Explore Data Engineer Jobs

Data engineers build and maintain the systems that help organizations collect, transform, store, and use data. Browse vetted Data Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at companies hiring experienced professionals for positions paying $100,000 or more.

What Data Engineers Do

Data engineers design data pipelines, develop and optimize data platforms, and ensure information is reliable, accessible, and secure. Their work supports analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and operational decision-making. Depending on the organization, a role may focus on batch or streaming systems, cloud data warehouses, data lakes, or platform engineering.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud platforms, distributed processing, orchestration tools, data modeling, and technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, or Databricks may also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, so review each listing for its specific tools and qualifications.

Career Opportunities

Data engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineer positions, data platform leadership, or specialized roles in cloud architecture and machine learning infrastructure. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation.

Find Your Next Data Engineer Role

Search Ladders for vetted Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Use the listings to identify opportunities that match your experience, preferred technologies, and career goals.

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$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions for seamless data migration and transformation, ensuring high performance and reliability. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to enhance code conversion techniqu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $146K *

Support lab operations by managing the laboratory information management system (LIMS). Collaborate with scientists to enhance data accuracy and automate processes, ensuring efficient data handling an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$211K - $264K *

Lead and inspire a team of engineers to enhance core data systems, focusing on reliability and scalability. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and ensure high-quality software delivery whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Innovate large-scale ML systems, lead deployment, and ensure compliance with performance standards. Act as a trusted advisor, bridging customer needs and product capabilities while mentoring teams and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $146K *

Play a key role in designing data architectures and integration solutions, ensuring data integrity and compliance, while collaborating with teams to enhance data governance and optimize analytics for...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Tackle complex engineering challenges by developing cutting-edge algorithms and data processing systems for multimodal robot data, enhancing machine learning models and contributing to our mission of...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion data-driven solutions by transforming business needs into scalable analytics tools and automated workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making and program performance th...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $178K *

Transform fragmented data into cohesive pipelines to boost analytics and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and scalability while mentoring others...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing scalable backend services, collaborating closely with engineering teams to enhance platform performance and reliability while mentoring junior developers a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $202K *

Transform the data landscape by leading intricate Snowflake projects, designing robust architectures, and driving best practices to enable top-tier data services for advanced analytics and integration...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Champion data-driven excellence by leading Snowflake technical engineering initiatives, enhancing architecture and standards for impactful analytics and integration projects. Collaborate globally to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading Snowflake data architecture projects, guiding technical solutions, and ensuring robust data integration. Collaborate in a global team to enhance automation and self-service...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $180K *

Grow your career by leading a team in developing innovative data analytics solutions. Drive cloud data architecture, integration, and analytics while fostering collaboration in a dynamic environment f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team of developers while driving impactful technical solutions. Oversee projects, align business needs with technical execution, and ensure high-quality delivery through effective manag...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Develop innovative solutions by leveraging technical skills to address customer data challenges. Collaborate with teams to create prototypes and drive the adoption of data and AI platforms, enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Shape the future of data engineering by building robust data pipelines and workflows. Collaborate across teams to enhance data quality and drive informed decision-making, while leveraging modern tools...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$178K - $220K *

Transform data insights into actionable recommendations, collaborating with engineers to enhance cloud commitment strategies. Drive analysis of usage forecasts and commitment performance to optimize s...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $220K *

Champion data-driven decisions by analyzing usage forecasts to optimize cloud commitments. Collaborate with engineers to enhance product offerings and ensure customer trust through precise recommendat...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with a dynamic team to develop Python solutions for NLP and machine learning, focusing on text analytics and network analysis. Collaborate on building APIs and adapting to new technologies wi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming government data into seamless operations. As a platform engineer, you will design the data pipelines and AI workflows that empower local governments to serve their comm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead a dynamic Data team to build reliable data pipelines and analytics. Collaborate across departments to shape strategic initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure data quality, driving impactful res...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Optimize data ecosystems by building and refining scalable pipelines, enhancing analytics capabilities, and ensuring data governance. Collaborate across teams to drive operational excellence and suppo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines and platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solut...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $322K *

Unlock innovation through technical leadership, driving the creation of cutting-edge data platforms that enhance supply chain operations and deliver measurable business outcomes while managing a high...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Partner with us to ensure project efficiency and clarity by maintaining documentation, tracking decisions, and supporting construction teams. Your attention to detail will help prevent critical oversi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Engineer do?question toggle

    A Data Engineer builds and maintains data pipelines and platforms that collect, process, store, and deliver reliable data for analytics and other business needs.

  • What skills are commonly required for Data Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include SQL, programming with Python or another language, data modeling, and experience with cloud platforms or distributed data tools. Specific qualifications depend on the employer and role.

  • Which industries hire Data Engineers?question toggle

    Data Engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries that rely on data systems.

  • How can I find Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Data Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each posting for compensation and qualifications.