Explore Data Services Engineer Jobs

Data Services Engineers build and maintain the systems that help organizations collect, process, integrate, and deliver reliable data. Their work supports analytics, applications, and business operations by making data services dependable, scalable, and accessible. Explore vetted Data Services Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Data Services Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but often include developing data pipelines and APIs, integrating data across platforms, optimizing storage and processing, and monitoring service performance. Data Services Engineers may also help establish data quality, security, governance, and reliability practices while collaborating with software, analytics, and infrastructure teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with databases, cloud platforms, distributed systems, and data integration tools. Programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or SQL may be useful, along with knowledge of API design, ETL or ELT workflows, orchestration, testing, and observability. Communication and problem-solving skills help engineers translate data needs into reliable services.

Career Opportunities

Data Services Engineers work across industries where dependable data is essential, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Depending on experience and interests, professionals may advance into senior engineering, data platform, cloud architecture, or technical leadership roles. Browse current openings to compare responsibilities, requirements, and compensation.

Find Data Services Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Data Services Engineer jobs to discover roles that match your experience and career goals, and review each listing for details about the team, technology stack, and expectations.

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$95K - $115K *

Transform transport platform data into robust technical models. This mid-to-senior role collaborates with key stakeholders, ensuring accurate data representation for analytics, while maintaining globa...

Novi, MIRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$155K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and deployment of AI and workflow platforms, driving innovation across client engagements while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operat...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $150K *

Lead the charge in a hands-on data engineering role focused on Snowflake. Own technical solutions from discovery to production, guiding teams and clients through complex data challenges while optimizi...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by building scalable data systems and interfaces. You'll design data models, develop real-world use cases, and ensure reliable data flows, all while writ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to analyze data and create dashboards that enhance facility maintenance operations, driving performance improvements and ensuring data accuracy for informed decision-making...

Fort Campbell, KYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

Empower your career by delivering AI observability solutions end-to-end. Collaborate with a cross-functional team to enhance user experiences and drive insights into AI systems, shaping the future of...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform large-scale data center projects by leading innovative structural engineering efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and sustainability in design, while managing...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $220K *

Transform data engineering by building scalable pipelines and platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and AI capabilities while ensuring data reliability and governance...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in data analysis and psychometrics to drive innovative assessment solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance educational outcomes through advan...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $300K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge platform-as-a-service, overseeing database architecture, backend services, and API design to ensure high performance, scalability, and reliability for customer a...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$105K - $202K *

Innovate and build AI-native products that automate complex workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy full-stack applications, ensuring reliability and performa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate at the forefront of data analytics by driving technical presales, engaging with customers, and delivering tailored solutions that enhance business agility and insights. Collaborate with cross...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $191K *

Join the team to design and develop scalable software solutions for healthcare supply chain transactions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance the rules engine and deliver high-qualit...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Elevate infrastructure automation by designing and maintaining IaC solutions, fostering collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance server provisioning and configuration processes while mento...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

Lead the charge in securing cloud infrastructure by designing comprehensive security architectures, implementing IaC controls, and ensuring compliance across cloud environments while supporting cross...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$148K - $201K *

Empower application teams by integrating, securing, and deploying software in Kubernetes environments. Collaborate across platforms to enhance CI/CD processes and ensure reliable operations, driving i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $260K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical discovery and designing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive adoption and expansion of the dbt platform...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $225K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of ServiceNow solutions by leading design and engineering efforts. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver innovative technical solutions while men...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Drive the design and maintenance of AWS cloud infrastructure, ensuring performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize analytics solutions and automate processes for o...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$82K - $92K *

Drive impactful marketing analytics by building robust data pipelines and automating reporting workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and leverage AI tools for insi...

Mississauga, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $140K *

Champion innovative data visualization solutions to enhance strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain impactful dashboards that simplify complex data fo...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $138K *

Join a team that's transforming data migration for federal grant programs. Lead end-to-end activities, ensuring data integrity and quality as you onboard legacy data onto a Salesforce-based platform...

Reston, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$62K - $97K *

Transform your career by developing full stack applications, optimizing data pipelines, and integrating AI features. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver technical solutions that drive business in...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Services Engineer do?question toggle

    A Data Services Engineer develops and supports systems that move, integrate, process, and deliver data. Common work includes building pipelines and APIs, improving data reliability and performance, and collaborating with teams that use data.

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

    Requirements depend on the employer, but may include programming, SQL and database experience, cloud or distributed systems knowledge, data pipeline development, API design, and skills in testing, security, and monitoring.

  • Where do Data Services Engineers work?question toggle

    Data Services Engineers are employed across industries that depend on reliable data, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, and consulting.

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

    Browse Data Services Engineer listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for salary information, qualifications, and role responsibilities.