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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$170K - $210K *

Transform software development for space systems by leading design, optimization, and API architecture. Drive end-to-end product lifecycle and mentor engineers through Agile and DevSecOps practices in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K *

Lead the charge in developing data and AI infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration between data sources and advanced analytics, while collaborating across multiple teams to answer critical busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in providing technical leadership across data platforms. Own objectives and roadmaps, drive major initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance an...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering advanced data and AI solutions, focusing on scalable architectures and integration of cutting-edge technologies to enhance enterprise client operations and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $190K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data architectures using Databricks on AWS or Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and optimize data flow, driving impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K *

Shape your career by leading data analytics engineering for critical government and healthcare projects. Drive innovation in data warehousing, ensuring security and efficiency while collaborating with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $250K *

Partner with us to enhance system engineering processes, ensuring robust documentation and requirements management. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver effective solutions that meet stakeholder...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion operational excellence in Microsoft 365 by managing support, engineering, and enhancements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security, compliance, and effective use of collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$118K - $207K *

Elevate the Intelligence Platform by leading technical architecture and project delivery. Guide a high-performing engineering pod while ensuring systems are reliable, scalable, and secure. Collaborate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $207K *

Lead the charge in technical architecture and project delivery, guiding a high-performing engineering pod. Leverage deep software engineering expertise to ensure scalable, reliable systems while colla...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by architecting a scalable MLOps platform that enhances AI/ML deployment. Lead cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure operational reliability while aligning with strateg...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to impactful SaaS implementations, guiding clients through setup, data migration, and training while leading complex projects to success across municipal government sectors...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's modernizing data infrastructure and AI automation. As a key contributor, you'll develop backend solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure data quality while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance mission success by developing and managing databases for critical operations. Your expertise will guide software solutions through rigorous testing, troubleshooting, and com...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

The Data Integration Specialist at Timely will ensure seamless integration of data between school district systems and Timely's scheduling technology. This role involves collaborating with various sta...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$70K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by leveraging your expertise in private market asset data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality, streamline processes, and drive product impr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by managing asset data workflows, ensuring quality, and collaborating across teams to enhance product offerings in the private markets ecosystem. Develop expertise while s...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of designing and implementing robust cloud solutions while optimizing performance and security. Collaborate with teams to automate processes and provide expert support across cloud plat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of federal data integration by leveraging Oracle EBS expertise to create actionable insights and advanced dashboards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and enhance government da...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance customer data strategies to enhance insights and compliance, driving decision-making for a global organization. Collaborate with multiple teams to streamline data processes and uphold data gov...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing customer data strategies to drive improved insights and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline data management while ensuring quality and governance acro...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining customer data management to enhance insights, compliance, and decision-making. Lead data strategies across global teams, ensuring streamlined integration and governance f...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$89K - $125K *

Partner with us to integrate new firms into our IT environment, managing Microsoft 365 migrations and Active Directory consolidations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$66K - $104K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure by implementing GCP environments, automating deployments, and ensuring high availability. Collaborate on Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform and Ansible while managing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in advancing cloud security engineering, optimizing hybrid-cloud solutions, and enhancing secure architectures. Drive technical recommendations and improvements while collaborating wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.