Explore Senior Data Engineer Jobs

Senior Data Engineers design and operate the systems that help organizations turn raw information into dependable, useful data. They build scalable data platforms, develop resilient pipelines, and enable analytics, machine learning, and business decision-making. Explore vetted Senior Data Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where featured professional roles pay $100,000 or more.

What Senior Data Engineers Do

In a senior data engineering role, you may own data architecture, create batch and streaming pipelines, improve data quality, and make datasets easier for teams to discover and use. You may also guide technical standards, review code, mentor colleagues, and partner with data scientists, analysts, product teams, and business leaders.

Skills and Technologies Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for deep SQL and programming experience, often with Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, as well as distributed processing tools, orchestration systems, data warehouses, and lakehouse technologies, can be valuable. Strong data modeling, testing, security, and system design skills help senior engineers build trustworthy platforms at scale.

Senior Data Engineer Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by location, industry, company size, scope, and experience. Senior-level roles often pay six-figure salaries, particularly when they involve platform ownership, cloud architecture, or leadership responsibilities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore opportunities aligned with your experience and compensation goals.

Find the Right Senior Data Engineering Role

Compare roles by technology stack, business domain, team structure, and level of ownership. Tailor your resume to show measurable outcomes—such as faster pipeline performance, improved data reliability, lower infrastructure costs, or broader access to trusted data. Browse Senior Data Engineer jobs on Ladders to find a position where you can make a meaningful impact.

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$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leveraging Power BI expertise to design and build innovative dashboards. Collaborate with dynamic teams to enhance client satisfaction through data visualization and high-qualit...

Frankfort, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as a Senior Power BI Specialist. Collaborate directly with clients to enhance dashboard UI and deliver impactful business intelligence solutions, ensuring...

Salem, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer transformative data solutions by leveraging advanced Power BI expertise to enhance client interfaces, build tailored dashboards, and drive impactful business insights through seamless collabor...

Des Moines, IARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the creation of insightful dashboards as a Senior Power BI Specialist. Collaborate with clients, enhance user interfaces, and deliver data-driven solutions leveraging your extensive business...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of data visualization with Power BI. Contribute to client success through innovative dashboard design, integration, and performance tuning. Thrive in a collabor...

Topeka, KSRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer your career with a leading team, delivering impactful Power BI solutions while enhancing dashboard UI. Collaborate with clients on design, data integration, and performance tuning, driving suc...

Augusta, MERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower organizations by designing and delivering impactful Power BI solutions. Collaborate with clients' teams or build innovative products, ensuring intuitive UI/UX for data visualization while opti...

Lincoln, NERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your Power BI expertise to deliver impactful dashboard solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams, enhancing decision-making through data visualization while driving clie...

Nashville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate business intelligence solutions by leveraging Power BI expertise to design high-end dashboards, integrating data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and d...

Raleigh, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful data insights as a Senior Power BI Specialist, collaborating with clients to enhance dashboards and UI/UX design. Utilize your extensive expertise in software development and business...

New Mexico, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by integrating into client teams or building products. Leverage your expertise in Power BI and UI design to deliver high-quality dashboards while collaborating with dynamic teams in a...

Charleston, WVRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of business intelligence and design, leveraging Power BI expertise to create impactful dashboard experiences while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver i...

Louisiana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by collaborating with clients on innovative Power BI solutions or as part of a FullStack product team, driving insightful data visualization and UI/UX excellence to deliver impac...

Louisville, KYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leveraging your expertise in Power BI to design stunning dashboards and enhance user experience, collaborating seamlessly with teams to deliver impactful data solutions for diver...

Dover, DERemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights. You will partner with clients to enhance their business intelligence using Power BI, focusing on user-centric design and advanced reporti...

San Antonio, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving advanced Power BI solutions. Collaborate closely with client teams or build innovative products, ensuring exceptional UI/UX and performance in data visualization. Join a dy...

Billings, MTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our dynamic team to harness the power of data visualization and drive impactful insights with advanced Power BI solutions and user-friendly dashboard designs for diverse clients...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by leveraging your Power BI expertise in dashboard design and UI/UX enhancements, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver impactful solutions for a range of cli...

Pierre, SDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality Power BI dashboard solutions. Leverage your expertise in BI development, UI design, and data integration to impact clients in dynamic industries...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to impactful projects by leveraging your Power BI expertise. Engage directly with clients, enhancing dashboard designs and user experiences through collaboration and innovation. Drive succe...

Montgomery, ALRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leveraging your expertise in Power BI to enhance client engagement. Collaborate with teams to deliver cutting-edge dashboard solutions while integrating into dynamic envir...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $209K *

Architect the core backend for an AI-native data intelligence system, enhancing observability across enterprises. Collaborate within a high-autonomy team, design scalable services, and drive impactful...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $136K *

Empower your career by designing and delivering scalable software solutions in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare supply chain products using modern t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$179K - $232K *

Drive AI-assisted workflows to transform design into production code, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance Thumbprint’s design system and tooling. Contribute to a greenfield project th...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $233K *

Engineer AI-assisted workflows that streamline design-to-code processes, enhancing collaboration across teams. Drive innovation in a greenfield project, creating a cohesive pipeline between design, pr...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Data Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains data platforms and pipelines. The role often includes setting technical standards, improving data quality and reliability, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with analytics, machine learning, and business teams.

  • What skills are needed for Senior Data Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Common requirements include advanced SQL, programming in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, data modeling, distributed data processing, cloud infrastructure, and pipeline orchestration. Employers may also value experience with data warehouses, streaming systems, security, and technical leadership.

  • How much do Senior Data Engineers earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on location, industry, employer, experience, and role scope. Many senior positions offer six-figure compensation. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • What qualifications are typically required for a Senior Data Engineer role?question toggle

    Employers often seek several years of hands-on data engineering experience and a track record of delivering production data systems. A degree in computer science or a related field may be preferred, though equivalent practical experience is often considered.

  • How can I find a Senior Data Engineer job on Ladders?question toggle

    Browse Senior Data Engineer listings on Ladders and compare opportunities by employer, location, technology stack, and responsibilities. Highlight relevant systems work and measurable results in your resume when applying.