Data engineer jobs in the United States (4,654 jobs)

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Counted Nov 6, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,654
Employers: 2,065

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $125,646Across 815 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $61.55Across 488 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 12%564 listings
Hybrid: 6%291 listings
On-site: 8%380 listings

Not specified: 73% (3,419 listings)

Employers hiring include Eliassen Group (321), Booz Allen Hamilton_United States (71), Insight Global (64).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Data engineer jobs in the United States

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Founding Data Engineer, Pricing and Comps
Clera
Remote, United States
- $160,000 to $220,000 USD / year
As the founding data engineer on a marketplace team, you will build the data pipelines and pricing systems that turn inconsistent sold-listing data into reliable comparable sales and…
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Madison, WI
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Oklahoma City, OK
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Data Engineer Co-Op
UMG Contingent Worker Company
Remote, United States
- $30 to $35 USD / hour
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Data Engineer
Aston Carter
Dallas, TX
- $60 to $67 USD / hour
Job Title: Data EngineerJob DescriptionThe Data Engineer will play a key role in the continued development and modernization of the organizations data environment, with a focus on creating…
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Saint Paul, MN
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Lead & Senior Data Engineer
Virtasant
Remote, United States
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Data Engineer II
CAPTIONCALL, LLC
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
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Data Engineer II
SORENSON COMMUNICATIONS, LLC
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Salt Lake City, UT
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Data Engineer
Insight Global
Pleasanton, CA
- From $66 USD / hour
Experience developing data automation and ETL solutions.
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Senior Specialist, Data Engineer
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
NY · Washington, DC
- $90,000 to $95,000 USD / year
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Atlanta, GA
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Data Engineer, AI Development
Ultimus Fund Solutions
Columbus, OH · Omaha, NE · Cincinnati, OH · Philadelphia, PA · Clifton Park, NY
…Development teams are small, cross-functional groups of AI engineers, data scientists, data engineers and AI analysts who partner closely with our operations experts to redesign key…
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Data Engineer II
CAI Cox Automotive Corp Svcs., LLC
Atlanta, GA
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Sacramento, CA
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Senior Data Engineer – Energy Trading & Cloud Data Solutions
Talan
Houston
Talan is an international group that supports its clients in their end-to-end Data & AI transformation by combining management consulting with technological expertise.
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Data Engineer
Safe-Guard Products International LLC
Atlanta, GA
The Data Engineer leads complex data engineering projects and drives innovation in data architecture, automation and AI-enabled data products. This role builds the pipelines and data…
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Data Engineer, AI Development
Ultimus Leverpoint Private Fund Solutions
Columbus, OH · Omaha, NE · Cincinnati, OH · Denver, CO · New York, NY · Minneapolis, MN · Philadelphia, PA · Clifton Park, NY · Milwaukee, WI
…Development teams are small, cross-functional groups of AI engineers, data scientists, data engineers and AI analysts who partner closely with our operations experts to redesign key…
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Senior Data Engineer, AWS Analytics Engineering
Amazon
Seattle, WA
The AWS Analytics Engineering (AAE) organization is the analytics backbone of AWS - we build and operate the data platform that powers business decisions across more than 150 AWS services.…
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Senior Data Engineer, AWS Analytics Engineering
Amazon
Seattle, WA
The AWS Analytics Engineering (AAE) organization is the analytics backbone of AWS - we build and operate the data platform that powers business decisions across more than 150 AWS services.…
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Senior Data Engineer, AWS Analytics Engineering
Amazon
Seattle, WA
The AWS Analytics Engineering (AAE) organization is the analytics backbone of AWS - we build and operate the data platform that powers business decisions across more than 150 AWS services.…
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Senior Data Engineer (Online Data)
Zoom
Seattle, WA
In this role, you will design, build, and optimize the data pipelines and analytical solutions that power Zoom’s Online business, including billing, checkout, growth, and revenue analytics.…
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Staff AI & Data Engineer – Databricks
Eliassen Group
Olympia, WA
- $80 to $90 USD / hour
Our client is seeking a highly experienced Staff AI & Data Engineer to design and build enterprise-grade data and AI solutions on Databricks. This hands-on role focuses on strengthening the
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Data Engineer III
McDonald's
Chicago, IL
- $138,207 to $172,758 USD / year

Aston Carter

Data Engineer

Dallas, TX, United States

$60 to $67 USD / hour

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Job details

Pay: $60 to $67 USD / hour
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 6, 2026

Original job description

Job Title: Data EngineerJob DescriptionThe Data Engineer will play a key role in the continued development and modernization of the organizations data environment, with a focus on creating a clean, reliable, and scalable data foundation for reporting, analytics, and future AI and automation initiatives. This role works with large volumes of business and project data, gaining a deep understanding of existing methodologies and workflows and then designing, developing, and improving the processes used to collect, transform, organize, and deliver data across the organization. The Data Engineer will use SQL extensively to develop and troubleshoot complex data transformations, build and maintain VertiPaq semantic models, and utilize DAX to support business calculations and reporting needs. The role will also help establish efficient data pipelines and structures that integrate information from different systems and ensure it is used consistently by the business.Responsibilities

Design, develop, and enhance data processes used to collect, transform, organize, and deliver large volumes of business and project data across the organization.
Use SQL extensively to develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex data transformations that support reporting and analytics.
Build, maintain, and improve VertiPaq semantic models to provide a robust foundation for business intelligence and self-service analytics.
Develop and refine DAX calculations to support business metrics, reporting requirements, and analytical use cases.
Collaborate with stakeholders to understand existing methodologies and workflows and translate them into efficient, scalable data solutions.
Establish and maintain efficient data pipelines and data structures that integrate information from multiple systems in a consistent and reliable manner.
Contribute to the modernization of the companys data environment, enabling advanced analytics, AI, and automation initiatives.
Utilize Python, R, Scala, or similar programming languages to support data processing, transformation, and automation tasks.
Leverage Spark or other distributed data processing engines to handle large-scale data workloads and improve performance.
Work closely with business and technical teams to ensure data models, transformations, and reports align with business requirements and industry best practices.

Qualifications

3+ years of experience using SQL to develop and troubleshoot complex data transformations.
3+ years of experience with VertiPaq semantic modeling, including building and maintaining data models for analytics.
3+ years of experience using DAX to create and optimize business calculations and support reporting needs.
3+ years of experience using Python, R, or Scala for data processing, transformation, or automation.
3+ years of experience utilizing Spark or other distributed data processing engines to manage large-scale data workloads.
3+ years of experience developing and modernizing a companys data environment for reporting, analytics, and automation.
Strong understanding of database concepts and large-scale data architectures.
Ability to analyze and document existing methodologies and workflows and translate them into improved data processes.
Proficiency in designing scalable, reliable, and maintainable data pipelines and data structures.

Work EnvironmentThis position operates in a 100% remote work environment, with core collaboration aligned to Eastern or Central Time Zones. The role involves working with modern data technologies, including SQL-based environments, VertiPaq semantic models, DAX, Python or other programming languages, and distributed data processing engines such as Spark. The Data Engineer will support a growing organization as it develops and modernizes its IT and data infrastructure to enable advanced analytics, AI, and automation. The remote setup offers flexibility while maintaining a professional, results-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement and innovation in data practices. Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $60.00 - $67.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Dallas, TX. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Nov 15, 2026. Workplace TypeThis is a fully remote position.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

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Skills

Reporting
SQL
Troubleshoot
Business intelligence
Negotiate with stakeholders
Python
R
Scala
Programming languages
Process data
Data models
Apache Spark
Collaboration
Process improvement

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