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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staff Security Engineer, Data Science Engineering
$190K - $230K *
Lead the engineering of security data pipelines, ensuring data reliability and quality for effective threat detection. Collaborate with teams to enhance data trustworthiness and support security opera...
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Champion high-performance .NET application development, integrating advanced engineering and architectural insights. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful solutions for federal scientific and...
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Software Engineer, ML Serving Platform
$130K - $192K *
Unlock potential by building a cutting-edge ML serving platform that enhances model deployment and performance. Collaborate with engineers to tackle infrastructure challenges, ensuring reliability and...
1 week ago
Software Engineer, ML Serving Platform
$130K - $192K *
Elevate our ML serving platform by tackling infrastructure challenges, enhancing model deployment, and improving system reliability. Collaborate with teams to innovate and streamline processes, ensuri...
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Software Engineer, ML Serving Platform
$130K - $192K *
Drive innovation in ML serving platforms by tackling infrastructure challenges, enhancing model deployment, and improving system reliability. Collaborate with teams to create self-serve tools that str...
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Principal Software Engineer 2 - OLTP
$160K - $200K *
Optimize the architecture for next-gen transactional systems, driving innovation in OLTP, storage, and cloud infrastructure. Lead cross-organizational efforts to enhance database performance and relia...
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Principal Software Engineer 2 - OLTP
$175K - $210K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of database innovation by defining and driving the architecture for OLTP systems, ensuring high performance and reliability in cloud-native environments while lead...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $175K *
Champion secure DevSecOps solutions by automating CI/CD pipelines and improving delivery processes, ensuring compliance with DoD security standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to e...
3 weeks ago
Lead Backend Engineer - DPS Core & Data Engine Squad
$119K - $165K *
Shape the future by optimizing database performance and modernizing critical systems. Collaborate with a talented team to enhance claims management experiences through innovative engineering solutions...
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$160K - $170K *
Transform cloud infrastructure by architecting secure, scalable solutions. Leverage your expertise in multi-cloud environments and container orchestration to enhance operations and support deployment...
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$110K - $130K *
Build and operate a governed data platform that transforms data architecture into reliable pipelines and analytical models, driving advanced analytics and decision-making across business teams and tec...
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Senior Cybersecurity Data Engineer - Data Platform & Lakehouse SME
$159K - $239K *
Grow your career with this Senior Data Engineer role, where you'll architect a cutting-edge data lakehouse, optimizing storage and access patterns for our enterprise security operations while defining...
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Senior Software Engineer, Data Engineering
$145K - $175K *
Champion the design and architecture of a cutting-edge data lakehouse, transforming vast radio data streams into valuable assets for AI/ML workloads. Lead the development of scalable data management s...
2 weeks ago
Frontend Data Application Engineer
$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge data applications using React and AI technologies. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to create intuitive interfaces that enhance decision-making in mi...
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DevSecOps Engineer/Administrator
$148K - $266K *
Drive the establishment and maintenance of DevSecOps environments, collaborating with engineering teams to optimize application deployment and performance. Manage Kubernetes clusters and automate secu...
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Senior Databricks Migration Engineer
$150K - $160K *
Empower data-driven decisions by leading the migration to Databricks Lakehouse. Design scalable ETL frameworks, optimize data models, and ensure robust governance while mentoring teams in advanced dat...
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Data Engineer, Robotics Delivery and Packaging Innovation
$101K - $160K *
Lead the charge in building scalable data pipelines that drive analytics and business decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and security, ensuring reliable insight...
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Senior Associate, Data Analyst/Data Engineer
$80K - $100K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze and transform data, creating impactful dashboards and insights. Collaborate with experts to solve complex challenges and enhance data-driven decision-making across the o...
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Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack (TS Clearance)
$180K - $240K *
Build and launch innovative web applications and APIs for national security, enhancing data integration and delivering seamless user experiences to empower analysts with high-performance tools in miss...
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Senior Software Engineer - Full Stack (TS Clearance)
$180K - $240K *
Transform the national security landscape by building cutting-edge web applications and APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data integration and deliver powerful tools for analyst...
2 weeks ago
Solution Architect- .NET (microservices)
$110K - $130K *
Lead the architecture and evolution of a robust .NET Core microservices platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, reliability, and scalability while actively engaging...
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Data Engineer III - Click Stream Data Products
$146K - $204K *
Collaborate with engineering and product teams to design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines that capture traveler interaction data, ensuring it is reliable, timely, and easy to consume, enhanc...
Reposted 1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing PostgreSQL databases, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with developers to enhance queries and automate tasks, while documenting best...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Join a dynamic team to design and optimize PostgreSQL databases, ensuring performance and scalability. Collaborate with developers, automate tasks, and implement high availability strategies while doc...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the future of data management by leading database architecture and engineering efforts. Collaborate with Agile teams to optimize performance across NoSQL and relational systems, ensuring securit...
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What does a Data Services Engineer do?
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?
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?
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?
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.