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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$74K - $95K *

Elevate project delivery by leveraging VDC expertise in design analysis, coordination, and BIM technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes throughout the design-build cycle, ensuring su...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$186K - $218K *

Deliver innovative real-time systems that enhance financial integrity across all transactions, ensuring operational excellence and accuracy by collaborating with various teams to enforce robust financ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain robust infrastructure for a growing platform team, emphasizing reliability and scalability. Enjoy high autonomy while collaborating across functions to enhance developer experienc...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$84K - $129K *

Grow your career with impactful utility consulting projects that involve advanced power system studies, interconnection applications, and guiding clients in renewable energy integration while collabor...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy distribution tools. Leverage your software engineering expertise to develop, enhance, and integrate solutions while mentoring junior developers and coll...

Spokane, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $239K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Data Engineering team focused on delivering robust datasets, influencing financial models, and enhancing product capabilities through strategic partnerships and innovat...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$199K - $258K *

Lead the Data Engineering team to architect resilient financial models and datasets that enhance product integrity. Collaborate across teams to ensure data governance standards are met while innovatin...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $288K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...

Woonsocket, RIRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines using Azure, PySpark, and Airflow. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and performance while mentoring engineers and drivi...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive impactful backend solutions in source code workflows, enhancing collaboration between AI and developers. Contribute to system reliability and maintainability using Ruby and GraphQL while collabo...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation in backend development and blockchain infrastructure, shaping the future of global payments. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences and scale solutions to millions while...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative fleet payment solutions by leveraging your full-stack expertise. Collaborate across disciplines to design, build, and launch scalable applications that enhance ex...

Portland, MERemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $158K *

Join a mission-driven team and embed security in the software development lifecycle. Collaborate with developers to identify, validate, and remediate application vulnerabilities using leading security...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Drive robust application security integration within the SDLC while collaborating with development teams to analyze and mitigate vulnerabilities. Engage in proactive testing and ensure compliance, enh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by leading software implementation projects, collaborating with clients to customize solutions, and ensuring successful delivery. Utilize your analytical skills to translate busine...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$500K+*

Drive end-to-end delivery across technology streams, leading cross-functional teams to ensure alignment, transparency, and success in high-visibility projects. Collaborate with stakeholders and manage...

Edison, NJRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$84K - $124K *

Drive the evolution of Cyber Defense by engineering and automating security operations, enhancing incident response, and maintaining enterprise security platforms to ensure robust protection and swift...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$69K - $101K *

Empower our Micro-Fulfillment Operations team by ensuring optimal performance and reliability of automated systems. Engage with customers to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, enhancin...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Empower progress in product security by embedding advanced safeguards within every development phase. Collaborate with engineering teams to build AI-enhanced security tooling and enhance proactive ris...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior full-stack software engineer, driving innovation in AI software development. Build and own features across our platform, enhancing user experience and scalability for t...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower data-driven marketing strategies by developing scalable models and automations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data delivery and quality, ensuring efficient operations for...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$145K - $170K *

Design innovative AI solutions on Microsoft Azure, bridging business needs and engineering execution. Own the architecture, ensure security, and lead the build process while adapting to evolving proje...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Drive impactful public health initiatives by leveraging data management and analytic expertise. Collaborate with scientists to enhance research quality and support CDC missions through effective data...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Empower businesses by analyzing transaction data and crafting actionable insights. Collaborate with sales to design solutions, build prototypes, and present findings to executives, driving enterprise...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$169K - $220K *

Champion backend innovation by architecting scalable systems and guiding a team of engineers. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to optimize user experiences and deliver impactful solutions in a colla...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 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.