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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your 7+ years of experience to build robust data systems and pipelines. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform raw data into actionable insights, enhancing business...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $114K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize data systems for AI/ML applications, enhancing Navy IT operations. Collaborate with engineers to ensure reliable data processing and support mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading the development of scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. Leverage your Terraform expertise to create robust data pipelines while mentoring team members and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform freight movement data into insights by developing and maintaining robust data pipelines using Python, SQL, and AWS services. Collaborate across teams to drive innovations in analytics and ma...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analytics. Collaborate with teams to drive technical direction and improve system pe...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms. Drive innovation in cloud data architecture and pipeline automation, collaborating across teams to deliver impactf...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform data engineering by leading enterprise-scale projects, optimizing data pipelines, and shaping governance policies. Collaborate with teams to enhance data platforms and drive strategic initia...

Springfield, MARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $243K *

Lead the charge in data engineering excellence by mentoring a team, driving pipeline delivery, and translating stakeholder needs into actionable technical plans while ensuring operational accountabili...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Build a robust data foundation to elevate Market Intelligence. Drive automation and streamline data workflows, enriching insights for research and publishing, while ensuring data integrity and accessi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $149K *

Drive innovation by building and maintaining data pipelines and governance policies in a hybrid cloud environment. Collaborate with a small team to ensure reliable data flow and access control, enhanc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving customer adoption of Data Engineering solutions while exceeding sales targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tailor strategies that optimize Snowflake's Data L...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $143K *

Unlock the potential of data by architecting scalable pipelines and driving analytics initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data solutions in a...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $222K *

Optimize data pipelines by designing, building, and scaling data ingestion processes and technical infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust data availability for anal...

Carlsbad, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $162K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by influencing product teams and driving insights. Collaborate with experts to enhance data quality and governance while developing innovative...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Unlock the potential of data engineering by automating cloud data ingestion and transformation processes. Utilize cutting-edge AWS services to ensure reliability and performance in a mission-driven en...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing application services in cloud environments. You'll install and upgrade applications while collaborating with experts to ensure optimal performance and support...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $218K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing scalable architectures and solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency and drive strategic decisions while mentoring junio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Champion the migration to a modern Databricks lakehouse, designing robust data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and set technical standards...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $179K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role in developing a greenfield data and AI platform. Collaborate with engineers to build data pipelines and ensure data quality in a high-trust environment, adhering...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Help us modernize our data platform by designing and building robust data models and analytics solutions. Collaborate with analysts and stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Deliver innovative data pipelines for legal records, transforming unstructured data into actionable insights while supporting advanced AI workflows and data quality improvements for robust legal resea...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $198K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data solutions for impactful nonprofits. As a crucial member of our Engineering team, you'll enhance our data platform and drive analytics that support our mission...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower our data platform by designing, building, and operating core capabilities. Collaborate with teams to enhance ingestion, storage, and API functionalities, ensuring scalability and resilience wh...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.