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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $145K *

Deliver trusted data solutions by owning the architecture and governance of the data platform, enabling self-service access for users and AI agents while ensuring documentation and standards are maint...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $119K *

Drive innovation by designing and maintaining robust database systems that enhance production automation and engineering operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable data i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate scalable data solutions to enhance decision-making, owning key data platform components. Collaborate broadly, influence architecture, and mentor peers, focusing on impactful, high-quality dat...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $195K *

Architect the future of data at an enterprise level, driving innovation and operational excellence in data platform engineering. Lead a high-performing team to enhance analytics, AI capabilities, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing the strategic vision for an enterprise data platform. Drive scalable, secure data capabilities that empower analytics and AI, while fostering collaboration ac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic vision for enterprise data platform, driving scalable, secure data capabilities. Lead modernization initiatives, partner with stakeholders, and enhance data governance while building...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Data Software Engineer, driving innovative data solutions and leading cross-functional teams to enhance our data infrastructure and ensure scalability and performance a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data engineering, leading the design and evolution of enterprise data platforms. Drive strategic advancements in technology governance and analytics while manag...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading architectural strategy for high-impact AI deployments. Collaborate with executive engineering leaders to shape multi-year roadmaps, influence product direction, and mentor...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and leadership of enterprise data governance and quality frameworks, enhancing compliance and discoverability while mentoring teams on best practices for innovation and efficiency acr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $170K *

Optimize AWS cloud environments for data pipelines, analytics, and AI/ML services. Design, deploy, and automate infrastructure while collaborating with developers to enhance cloud operations and ensur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform data solutions to enhance Corporate Services and HR operations. Drive efficiency through innovative automation, bridging business needs with technical execution while mentoring teams and del...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$114K - $252K *

Engineer the future of data with a leadership role in developing cloud-based data platforms. Oversee data integration and migration for enhanced national security operations, alongside guiding a team...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Drive the development of advanced data pipelines in a cloud environment to centralize and govern critical data for national security operations. Lead a team in migrating legacy systems to modern solut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Champion the development of an enterprise data platform critical to national security. Lead a team in architecting cloud-based data pipelines, overseeing migrations, and ensuring data governance to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Elevate your career by owning and evolving a robust data platform. Design scalable infrastructure, build reliable pipelines, and create a foundation for AI applications, ensuring data quality and acce...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $205K *

Transform our data ecosystem by designing and evolving scalable infrastructure, ensuring reliable data movement, and building a robust foundation for AI applications. Collaborate with teams to enhance...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $138K *

Support and maintain a secure IT environment, ensuring reliable systems and user services. Troubleshoot technical issues, assist users, and uphold compliance with security standards while managing inf...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $204K *

Empower your career by designing and developing scalable CI systems that enhance developer workflows and software delivery. Collaborate with engineers to create reliable services that support a rapidl...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Deliver impactful data solutions by developing pipelines, reports, and models within a data analytics framework. Collaborate with teams to support analytics capabilities and enhance operational effici...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$97K - $138K *

Join us to support and maintain a secure IT environment, ensuring reliable systems and user services. You'll troubleshoot issues, assist users, and uphold compliance while managing infrastructure and...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform enterprise data solutions in financial services by designing, developing, and optimizing scalable data pipelines and models. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality, governance, and se...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining scalable data systems and pipelines, integrating complex data sources while ensuring compliance and quality in a collaborative, Agile environment foc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform client data strategies by building scalable Microsoft Fabric pipelines that drive analytics and reporting. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and optimize performance, directly...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client data experiences by building scalable Microsoft Fabric pipelines that drive analytics and reporting. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and optimize performance, directly...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.