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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Infrastructure Engineer Sr (ETL Administrator)
$91K - $202K *
Optimize infrastructure solutions by installing and configuring ETL tools, ensuring system performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet project requirements and security standard...
1 week ago
$136K - $160K *
Elevate operations through AI-driven automation to enhance incident management, streamline ticket resolution, and optimize service health with self-healing observability, all while collaborating acros...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Champion the deployment of GenAI solutions, leading teams through technical challenges to deliver innovative outcomes for top clients while ensuring high-quality engineering standards and fostering tr...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Unlock potential by leveraging advanced GenAI solutions in production, guiding strategic client engagements and cross-functional teams, while nurturing junior talent, ensuring scalable architectures...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Advance your career by leading engineering teams to develop and deploy GenAI solutions for top clients. Drive progress through hands-on involvement and by navigating complex organizational landscapes...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Engineer transformative GenAI solutions as a senior practitioner-leader, guiding clients through technical challenges while mentoring teams and shaping project delivery, from inception to production...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Accelerate your career by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to drive innovation and enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop impactful data-dri...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Unlock innovative data-driven solutions by developing and deploying machine learning models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and drive business decisions in a d...
2 weeks ago
$159K - $266K *
Drive the modernization of data platforms to enhance investor experiences. Lead technical strategy, architect scalable solutions, and mentor teams while ensuring high performance and operational excel...
Reposted 1 week ago
$159K - $266K *
Lead the modernization of data platforms, architecting scalable solutions and driving cloud transformation initiatives to enhance the investor experience for millions. Collaborate with teams to delive...
Reposted 1 week ago
$159K - $266K *
Elevate your career by leading the modernization of data platforms, driving innovation and strategic initiatives that enhance the investor experience for millions. Collaborate with cross-functional te...
Reposted 1 week ago
Engineering Manager/Tech Lead Manager - Runtime Engineering
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovation by leading a team to enhance Spark workloads on Snowflake. Shape technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure production quality while collaborating across teams to deliver effic...
3 days ago
Engineering Manager/Tech Lead Manager - Runtime Engineering
$160K - $190K *
Lead a high-performing engineering team to optimize Spark workloads on Snowflake. Drive architectural decisions, enhance performance, and ensure production quality while mentoring engineers and collab...
3 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Optimize data integration across multi-cloud environments, driving strategy and architecture for scalable platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform data into actionable insights...
5 days ago
Member of Technical Staff - Pre-Training Data
$150K - $180K *
Explore innovative data sourcing and analysis techniques while collaborating with a dynamic research team to enhance AI models and ensure ethical data practices. Drive impactful experiments and contri...
3 days ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Transform client outcomes by leading engineering pods to develop GenAI solutions, leveraging cloud platforms. Navigate complex project landscapes and drive technical excellence, ensuring delivery and...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Join us to influence C-suite decisions as a senior engineering leader driving GenAI solutions. Oversee engineering pods, remove delivery blockers, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver production...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Lead the charge in developing and deploying innovative GenAI solutions with senior clients. You will architect systems, mentor teams, and influence executive decisions to ensure successful project del...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Lead teams to design, develop, and deploy GenAI solutions, acting as a trusted engineering partner while managing client engagements and technical direction to ensure production quality and efficiency...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Pioneer innovative GenAI solutions in production, leading diverse engineering pods, influencing C-suite decisions, and architecting scalable applications. Utilize your expertise to mentor teams while...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Pioneer advanced GenAI solutions by leading cross-functional teams, influencing C-suite clients, and translating complex engineering challenges into strategic production outcomes, all while fostering...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Elevate client engagements by leading cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy innovative GenAI solutions. Influence senior leaders, navigate complexities, and drive technical excellence...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Lead cross-functional engineering teams to design and deploy GenAI solutions, influencing C-suite decisions and ensuring high delivery standards while maximizing speed and scale through global deliver...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Lead innovative GenAI deployments by guiding cross-functional teams, optimizing engineering solutions, and driving client partnerships. Influence C-suite decisions while managing the delivery of scala...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Forward Deployed Engineer - Databricks
$189K - $372K *
Serve as a lead technical advisor, guiding teams to develop GenAI solutions for clients. Influence key decisions with C-suite executives while navigating complex organizational landscapes. Manage cros...
Reposted 1 week ago
What does a Data Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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.