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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$275K - $300K *

Lead the charge in driving complex enterprise sales cycles, building strategic relationships, and delivering tailored solutions for Fortune 1000 clients. Collaborate cross-functionally while exceeding...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data platforms by designing and implementing scalable AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance, reliability, and operational excelle...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team in delivering cutting-edge network infrastructure across multiple data center campuses, ensuring operational excellence and strategic partnerships with...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $285K *

Transform the on-premises CI/CD landscape by enhancing reliability, simplifying installations, and driving technical strategy. Collaborate with teams to build tools that empower engineers and ensure s...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dedicated team to analyze and enhance HR systems with expertise in Workday Compensation. Oversee system performance, stakeholder expectations, and vendor relationships while driving innovative...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Transform supply chain efficiency through innovative technology solutions, guiding engineering operations and strategic initiatives while ensuring optimal performance across diverse applications in an...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $207K *

Elevate customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive adoption and ensure timely value delivery in a fast-paced AI security envir...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $207K *

Help us drive customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts, ensuring seamless post-sales support, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance the customer journey in...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $228K *

Help us drive customer success by leading technical onboarding and implementation efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless post-sales support and foster long-term partnerships in a f...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI by developing robust machine learning solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and usability of advanced systems, and driv...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $295K *

Transform the content management platform by leading engineering teams, shaping technical strategy, and ensuring scalable architecture while driving innovation in editorial workflows and AI integratio...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $175K *

Transform IT operations by establishing automated, self-service systems while ensuring ISO compliance. As a crucial partner across functions, you'll enhance security protocols, streamline workflows, a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $128K *

Unlock potential by integrating identity platforms with robust security measures. Collaborate within agile teams to design and maintain APIs, ensuring seamless data flow across federal systems while a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $208K *

Champion innovative all-flash storage solutions, build key customer relationships, and drive successful sales strategies in the Intelligence Community to exceed quotas and ensure customer satisfaction...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by architecting and enhancing next-gen research platforms, driving automation and reliability to provide researchers with cutting-edge tools. Collaborate in a dynamic environment brid...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $214K *

Develop robust ML solutions for autonomous medical coding, integrating machine learning and LLMs to optimize production systems. Collaborate cross-functionally in a remote work environment while handl...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $280K *

Drive impactful analytics initiatives that shape strategic decisions, leading a dedicated team to enhance insights across diverse business areas while building scalable models that support complex mar...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $206K *

Innovate with a team that's transforming healthcare through AI-driven software. Lead the development of scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and enhance workflows in a dynamic environment that impact...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise architecture by leading strategic initiatives, translating business goals into scalable solutions, and guiding cross-functional teams in integrating complex healthcare a...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of AI systems by building robust data pipelines and APIs. Collaborate with Product to refine specifications and enhance user experience, ensuring high-quality delivery and continu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $170K *

Drive your career forward as a strategic leader, guiding enterprise-level technology solutions. Engage with executive stakeholders, architect innovative multi-practice solutions, and influence digital...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $209K *

Champion the technical direction of customer engagements, designing high-level architectures and implementation plans for GitLab. Lead migrations, provide DevOps consulting, and ensure deliverables me...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise architecture by leading solution design initiatives that align technology with business goals, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and compliance across systems and applica...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $155K *

Transform legacy services into cloud-native, scalable API-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and support high-performance APIs for Payments and Money Movemen...

Phoenix, AZRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.