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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$225K - $260K *

Transform critical national security initiatives by leveraging your cloud computing expertise to deliver innovative solutions and drive the success of high-profile government programs, while actively...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive enterprise metadata governance and management initiatives, enhancing data discoverability, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish standards and support automated sol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team to architect a robust data platform, driving analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure production-ready solutions, while mentoring engineers a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$173K - $222K *

Lead the design and scalability of data pipelines, influencing the technical direction of our data infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize data for analytics...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $175K *

Transform data management systems to support defense analytical needs. Collaborate with users to optimize data architectures and enhance performance, ensuring security compliance and efficient data in...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $160K *

Elevate your career by designing scalable ELT pipelines that empower analytics and AI/ML applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to support decision-making initiatives across a fast-paced media e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $145K *

Join a team that designs scalable ELT pipelines, delivering data products for analytics and AI/ML initiatives, supporting strategic decision-making and enhancing insights across a fast-paced media env...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $149K *

Elevate your career by designing scalable data solutions that enhance accuracy and decision-making. Collaborate with innovative teams to build robust platforms and drive operational excellence in a dy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $149K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in designing scalable data solutions, enhancing data accuracy, and fostering collaboration across teams to support operational decision-making and reporting excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $149K *

Unlock potential by designing scalable data pipelines and microservices that enhance data accuracy and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and operational excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a BI Platform Operations Engineer, providing hands-on support and maintenance for enterprise Business Intelligence platforms, including Tableau and Amazon QuickSight, while en...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Elevate your career by building and optimizing data pipelines, enhancing enterprise data ecosystems, and driving automation in data preparation. Collaborate with technology teams to deliver effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the power of data by leading innovative big data solutions. Drive end-to-end analytics, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure data quality. Join us to create scalable platforms that enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Optimize data operations by leading a technical team focused on ensuring reliable data pipelines, serving as a primary interface for stakeholders, and translating complex requirements into effective e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in energy solutions. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance operational efficiency and deliver sustainable results across v...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Innovate scalable data infrastructure for machine learning workflows, enhancing collaboration with research and product teams. Focus on developing high-throughput data pipelines while ensuring reliabi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $87K *

Join a team that's paving the way in healthcare data engineering. You'll develop and maintain data pipelines, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with experts to ensure data accuracy across diverse e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $157K *

Reimagine data engineering by leading the development of scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability while integrating innovative AI techniques. Mentor junior engineers and collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Drive the development of scalable data pipelines on GCP, leading a high-performing team to ensure data quality and governance while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful analytics and A...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $136K *

Engineer robust data pipelines and optimize SQL for performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure delivery excellence and implement quality checks in a dynamic Agile environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower clients by leading the design and delivery of innovative data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data engineering processes, ensuring scalable and reliable analytics that dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape innovative data solutions by leading design and delivery efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data engineering processes, ensuring scalable and reliable outcomes that drive analyti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us in shaping innovative data solutions as a Senior Databricks Data Engineering Consultant, leading complex projects and collaborating with clients to drive data-driven initiatives and optimize e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.