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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$93K - $207K *

Transform user experiences by developing and enhancing full-stack applications for renewable energy projects. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and deploy intuitive interfaces and robust APIs...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative data storage solutions by enhancing and maintaining complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust design and implementation of virtualization and r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-scale data architecture and AI solutions. Collaborate globally to create valuable data products and cross-border workflows that empower organizational analytics a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing data pipelines and infrastructure, ensuring reliable, accessible, and scalable data for analytical and AI systems while collaborating with cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $178K *

Shape the future of data engineering by creating scalable platforms that transform complex data into actionable intelligence supporting AI and analytics in operational environments. Collaborate with c...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Innovate scalable distributed systems solutions while leading a dynamic team. Collaborate on architecture, performance, and availability to enhance core services within a fast-growing cloud environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading the design of innovative data architectures, driving cloud solutions, and implementing data governance practices. Collaborate with teams to enhance data products and ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$114K - $252K *

Unlock potential by driving cutting-edge AI/ML innovations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop algorithms for object detection, NLP, and more, leveraging your expertise to solve compl...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $245K *

Champion data integration and activation as a senior staff engineer, leading major projects, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance our innovative backend systems and customer...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your data engineering skills to create AI-ready data solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build robust data pipelines and semantic views on Snowflake, driving i...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$192K - $240K *

Pioneer the evolution of a petabyte-scale distributed storage system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, adopt open standards, and drive cost-reduction initiatives while s...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Engage in transforming client operations by leading advanced GenAI engineering teams. Drive technical direction, influence C-suite decisions, and oversee production deployments to deliver high-impact...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying GenAI solutions with strategic clients. As a senior practitioner, you’ll define success metrics, mentor engineers, and ensure high standards while driving i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Drive innovation by leading engineering pods in deploying GenAI solutions. Leverage your expertise to influence C-suite decisions, manage project execution, and ensure high-quality delivery. Shape the...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Drive the deployment of GenAI solutions by leading engineering pods, influencing executive leaders, and overseeing the architecture and quality of applications while ensuring robust delivery standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in deploying advanced GenAI solutions with strategic clients, managing teams to deliver innovative applications while influencing at the executive level and navigating complex organiza...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Champion innovative GenAI solutions by leading a cross-functional team, engaging with key client stakeholders, and navigating complex integrations to deliver impactful outcomes that drive business gro...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Transform client engagements by leading GenAI solution development, driving technical direction, and mentoring engineering teams while collaborating across cross-functional pods to ensure successful p...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Pioneer GenAI solutions as a senior practitioner, leading engineering teams, influencing executives, and driving innovative projects from prototype to production while ensuring high quality and scalab...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $143K *

Elevate your career by driving data engineering and architectural excellence, managing end-to-end data pipelines, and collaborating with marketing experts to create robust tools that support high-qual...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$189K - $372K *

Transform business challenges into innovative GenAI solutions by leading engineering pods. Engage with C-suite clients, ensure delivery success and architectural integrity, and foster a high-performin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join a team that's redefining AI solutions by leading initiatives that deploy cutting-edge GenAI technologies for strategic clients while influencing executive decisions and ensuring delivery excellen...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Empower innovation by driving GenAI solutions with strategic clients. Lead and mentor engineering teams, streamline delivery processes, and ensure high-quality outcomes while aligning business goals w...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the development and deployment of GenAI solutions, guiding technical direction and delivery strategies, while building client relationships and mentoring cross-functional teams for maximum impact...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$189K - $372K *

Join as a senior leader, guiding engineering teams to design and implement GenAI solutions. You'll influence technical strategies and client engagements, ensuring successful deployment while mentoring...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.