Explore Data Integration Specialist Jobs

Data Integration Specialists connect systems, applications, and data sources so organizations can access reliable, usable information. Browse vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles at established companies seeking professionals to build and maintain data pipelines, support analytics, and improve the flow of business-critical data. Ladders features professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Data Integration Specialist Do?

These specialists design, develop, and support integrations that move data between databases, cloud services, enterprise applications, and analytics platforms. Responsibilities may include building ETL or ELT workflows, mapping and transforming data, monitoring pipeline performance, resolving integration issues, and documenting processes. Depending on the organization, the role may also involve data quality, security, governance, and collaboration with engineering, analytics, and business teams.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Job requirements vary, but employers commonly look for experience with SQL, data modeling, ETL tools, APIs, and cloud data platforms. Familiarity with Python or another programming language, integration patterns, workflow orchestration, and data warehousing can also be valuable. Strong troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills help specialists translate business requirements into dependable technical solutions.

Career Paths in Data Integration

Data Integration Specialists can advance into senior integration, data engineering, solution architecture, or data platform leadership roles. Opportunities may be available across industries that depend on connected systems and timely data, including finance, healthcare, technology, retail, and manufacturing. The scope of a role often depends on the size of the organization, its data architecture, and the platforms it uses.

Find Data Integration Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, required technologies, experience expectations, and compensation details, then identify roles that align with your skills and career goals.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$150K - $200K *

Drive the enterprise AI architecture for healthcare solutions, ensuring compliance and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and best practices for LLM application...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable backend systems for complex data integrations. Collaborate with partners to enhance operational efficiency and reliability, ensuring seamless dat...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing healthcare through precise coding. Leverage your expertise in outpatient coding and medical terminology while enjoying a fully remote role with flexible hours...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $103K *

Optimize and maintain Cognos and Informatica applications across multiple client environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, troubleshoot issues, and ensure timely updates while adher...

Florham Park, NJRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of clinical trials by driving business development initiatives, identifying opportunities with sponsors and CROs, and promoting CTSdatabase's services to enhance growth and profitabil...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Execute project development and implementation, managing budgets, schedules, and vendor tasks while ensuring quality standards and fostering collaboration across teams and clients...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Champion the Alteryx platform by ensuring secure, efficient operations and integration across enterprise analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative healthcare solutions that enhance patient care and operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize systems, ensuring effec...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of data analytics in humanitarian services. Lead advanced data analysis, deliver insights, and develop visualizations to optimize decision-making and foster a data-driven culture acro...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $185K *

Transform data into actionable insights by enhancing financial models, optimizing sales performance, and driving operational efficiencies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support strategic...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $170K *

Optimize customer onboarding and system integrations as a ServiceNow Technical Consultant. Drive end-to-end implementations, ensuring smooth configurations, effective UAT, and high-quality service del...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$106K - $260K *

Unlock powerful data capabilities by leading the development of a cutting-edge real-time transactional cache platform designed to enhance API access and streamline operational data flows across enterp...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring accurate coding and compliance for clinical services, leveraging your expertise to enhance revenue cycle management and contribute to optimal healthcare outcom...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $200K *

Drive account growth by managing client relationships and fostering strategic partnerships. This dynamic role engages with clients, executing sales strategies to expand product adoption while ensuring...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $160K *

Partner with us to shape the quality strategy for a leading exam development platform. Leverage your expertise to guide multiple Agile teams, enhance automation practices, and ensure high standards ac...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $186K *

Accelerate data-driven transformations by leading D&A sales cycles, engaging with executives, and driving adoption of innovative AI solutions to enhance customer business outcomes and strategies...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $156K *

Create impactful Treasury solutions by leading dynamic teams and engagements. Ensure quality delivery, build client relationships, and drive business growth through strategic advisory and operational...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $220K *

Champion AI infrastructure solutions by engaging executives, shaping strategies, and guiding delivery approaches. Collaborate with teams to establish trust and position as a strategic advisor in compl...

Arizona, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$214K - $292K *

Champion AI-driven portfolio strategies and lead comprehensive reporting initiatives to enhance decision-making and optimize performance across cross-functional teams in a hybrid role focused on innov...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $140K *

Support a dynamic team in developing and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring seamless data processing and delivery to empower federal projects. Drive automation and promote agile methodologies for inn...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $164K *

Unlock potential by leading research and analysis to identify system impacts, dependencies, and business needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance processes and deliver clear requirements in a d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Innovate data conversion strategies for Workday clients, ensuring effective implementation and exceptional service. Collaborate with teams to drive success in data strategies, enhancing client visuali...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Drive innovation by defining system requirements and enhancing user experience through strategic architecture planning and quality assurance, impacting both projects and ongoing proposals in a remote...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive the design and implementation of scalable data integration pipelines, utilizing Azure Data Factory and Databricks to enhance cloud and enterprise data systems for optimal performance and reliabi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Integration Specialist do?question toggle

    A Data Integration Specialist builds and maintains connections between data sources, applications, and platforms. The work often includes developing ETL or ELT pipelines, transforming and validating data, monitoring workflows, and troubleshooting integration problems.

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

    Commonly requested skills include SQL, data integration or ETL tools, APIs, data modeling, and cloud or data warehouse platforms. Some employers also seek programming experience, knowledge of orchestration tools, and strong communication and problem-solving abilities.

  • What is the difference between a Data Integration Specialist and a Data Engineer?question toggle

    The roles can overlap. Data Integration Specialists often focus on connecting systems and moving or transforming data, while Data Engineers may have broader responsibility for designing and operating data infrastructure and platforms. Duties vary by employer and job title.

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

    Browse Data Integration Specialist listings on Ladders, where professional jobs pay $100,000 or more. Compare the posted responsibilities, qualifications, technologies, and compensation details to find roles that fit your experience.

  • What career paths can follow a Data Integration Specialist role?question toggle

    Potential next steps include senior data integration positions, data engineering, data architecture, solutions architecture, or data platform leadership. The best path depends on your experience, technical strengths, and career interests.