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 *

Engineer scalable, secure digital platforms that enhance product delivery and operational efficiency. Drive end-to-end development across web frontends, APIs, and microservices while ensuring complian...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of data governance by facilitating alignment among stakeholders, executing metadata management, and coaching teams on sustainable stewardship practices. Drive data quality and complianc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $297K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading test automation and quality architecture for cloud and mobile systems. Shape technical vision, mentor engineers, and drive AI-first automation strategies whi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Unlock potential by redefining data strategies to elevate product growth. As a key analytics partner, you’ll shape decision-making by leveraging insights and KPIs, contributing to high-impact initiati...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge AI platforms, enhancing decision-making workflows through innovative web applications and robust backend services. Collaborate across the full...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop a next-gen AI platform, focusing on intelligent agent frameworks and modern web applications. Collaborate across the full stack to enhance decision-making wor...

Virginia, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop user-centric web applications, integrating AI-driven insights for high-stakes decision-making workflows while ensuring performance and sec...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Shape the future of software development by leading impactful engineering initiatives, mentoring talent, and driving innovation across diverse systems to enhance capabilities and organizational growth...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Drive the design and optimization of AWS cloud environments, leading migration strategies while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across DevOps teams. Shape the future of automation and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Shape the future of the Ontology Platform by driving data engineering initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful solutions, and managing onboarding processes for new data source...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform enterprise solutions by embedding with teams to architect and deliver AI systems. Drive impactful results through hands-on engineering, consulting, and operational expertise, ensuring robust...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate robust SaaS platforms by collaborating with cross-functional teams, building and enhancing features, and delivering customer-centric solutions throughout the development lifecycle...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading Azure Cloud infrastructure initiatives. Drive innovation through Terraform development, ensuring robust security and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform application deployment by collaborating with teams to streamline processes, enhance automation, and ensure high-quality releases across environments while mentoring junior members and drivin...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $210K *

Partner with us to drive innovative financial solutions in the healthcare sector. Leverage your Workday expertise for impactful implementations, collaborating closely with teams to transform operation...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$113K - $197K *

Unlock the potential of product strategy and execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive enterprise transformations and ensure alignment with business objectives...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality and technical governance for mission-critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement across the facility lifecycle from design to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $231K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications while optimizing performance...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing AI/ML pipelines. Collaborate on real-time and batch processing solutions, ensuring reliability and performance in production environments. Join us to...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $241K *

Drive cost transparency and governance across our cloud and AI infrastructure. Lead automation and process design for a multi-cloud environment, influencing overall cost strategy while ensuring operat...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $194K *

Accelerate your career by driving strategic growth in state government healthcare initiatives. Collaborate with executive teams to foster relationships, navigate complex sales cycles, and position inn...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$119K - $235K *

Analyze deployment processes and enhance system reliability across government multi-site environments. Collaborate with diverse teams while troubleshooting, improving tooling, and mentoring to streaml...

Colorado Springs, CORemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of networking by leading hands-on system integration; design, implement, and optimize solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiencies and deliver top-tier operational...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$199K - $235K *

Innovate backend solutions by designing, building, and maintaining scalable services for external pentesting. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experience and ensure system performance, reliabi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in leveraging web analytics to drive insightful data solutions, establishing KPIs, implementing tracking strategies, and delivering actionable recommendations for optimizing client onl...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.