Data engineer jobs in the United States

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 4,401
Employers: 1,973

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payUSD / year: $126,020Across 787 listings
Average starting payUSD / hour: $60.78Across 465 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: 13%563 listings
Hybrid: 6%281 listings
On-site: 8%336 listings

Not specified: 73% (3,221 listings)

Employers hiring include Eliassen Group (301), Booz Allen Hamilton_United States (75), Insight Global (69).

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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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Data Engineer
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Data Engineer
TEKsystems
Sunnyvale, CA
- $75 to $80 USD / hour
DescriptionResponsibilitiesArchitect, construct, and maintain robust, scalable data pipelines and complex ETL workflows.Manage and optimize data models within modern Data Lakes and cloud…
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Data Engineer
Grand Mental Health
Remote, United States
- $100,000 to $105,000 USD / year
Under direct supervision of the Director of Clinical Informatics, the primary responsibility of the Data Engineer is to contribute to the development and maintenance of the electronic…
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Data Engineer
Eliassen Group
Boston, MA
- $50 to $57 USD / hour
Our client seeks a Data Engineer to design and implement high-performance data pipelines at scale. The role will focus on building reliable ingestion and transformation processes, enforcing…
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Sr AI Data Engineer (Cloud)
modis
Chicago, IL
- $80 to $82 USD / hour
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Data Engineer
Eliassen Group
Frankfort, KY
- $50 to $57 USD / hour
Our client seeks a Data Engineer to design and implement high-performance data pipelines at scale. The role will focus on building reliable ingestion and transformation processes, enforcing…
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Data Engineer
VoltaGrid, LLC
Houston, TX
Position Summary: The Data Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the data pipelines, models, and governance controls supporting VoltaGrid’s cloud data platform.…
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Senior Data Engineer
The Planet Group
Irving, TX
- $70 to $80 USD / hour
The Planet Group has partnered with a Chicago area firm to locate a Data Engineer to build and support scalable data pipelines that power business intelligence, analytics, and downstream…
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Data Engineer
Scale Media
Remote, United States
…products consumers actually trust. We're investing heavily in data and AI to sharpen how we develop products and scale…
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Senior Data Engineer
Consumer Cellular
Scottsdale, AZ
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Cleared - Data Engineer (Multiple Levels)
Noblis
Bethesda, MD
The Data Engineer will serve as a subject matter expert supporting the Sponsor's enterprise data management mission. The Data Engineer delivers subject matter experts across a range of…
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Data Engineer
Eliassen Group
Annapolis, MD
- $50 to $57 USD / hour
Our client seeks a Data Engineer to design and implement high-performance data pipelines at scale. The role will focus on building reliable ingestion and transformation processes, enforcing…
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Senior Data Engineer, Applied AI Solutions
Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.
Seattle, WA
We are seeking a Senior Data Engineer to design, build and maintain our next-ge
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Senior Data Engineer - Azure
Capgemini
San Francisco, CA, CA
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Data Engineer
Robert Half
Saint Petersburg, FL
- $57 to $66 USD / hour
We are looking for a Data Engineer to support analytics and data product development for a healthcare-focused team in Florida. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role…
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Senior Data Engineer
SurveyMonkey
Remote, United States
- $194,834 to $259,200 USD / year
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Norfolk, VA
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Senior Data Engineer (Remote)
First American Title Insurance Co
Remote, United States
- $121,980 to $130,525 USD / year
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Data Engineer
Celigo
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- $130,000 to $150,000 USD / year
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Oakland, CA
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Kentro

Data Engineer

Woodlawn, MD, United States

$145,000 to $155,000 USD / year

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Job details

Pay: $145,000 to $155,000 USD / year
Apply by: Oct 26, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 26, 2026

Original job description

Overview

Thank you for considering IT Concepts dba Kentro, where innovation drives opportunity and collaboration leads to success. Our dynamic community of experts is fully committed to advancing our customers' missions, fostering professional growth, and making a positive impact on our communities.

By joining our supportive community, you will find that Kentro is dedicated to your personal and professional development. Together, we can drive meaningful change, spark innovation, and achieve extraordinary milestones.

Kentro is seeking a Data Engineer to support the implementation, enhancement, and ongoing administration of a modern data platform supporting Management Information (MI) and Business Intelligence (BI) initiatives for a federal customer.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience developing and maintaining data solutions while supporting enterprise data management, governance, and Master Data Management (MDM) initiatives. This individual will work closely with technical teams and business stakeholders to build scalable data pipelines, improve data quality, and support reporting and analytics across multiple business systems.

This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level data engineer who enjoys working with modern cloud technologies and enterprise data platforms in a collaborative federal consulting environment.

Location: Woodlawn, MD (Hybrid)

Compensation Range:The anticipated base salary range for this position is $145,000–$155,000 annually and reflects Kentro’s good-faith expectations at the time of posting. Final compensation is determined based on the role’s requirements, relevant skills, experience, education, certifications, work location, applicable security clearance requirements, market conditions, internal equity, and contract requirements.

This Job Description reflects the primary duties of the role; however, it is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team members may be asked to take on additional responsibilities in alignment with customer expectations, business needs, and Kentro’s culture of collaboration and adaptability.

Responsibilities

Data Engineering

Develop, maintain, and optimize notebooks, workflows, and ETL/ELT pipelines.
Build and maintain data ingestion pipelines using PySpark, SQL, and Delta Lake.
Support Lakehouse implementations.
Assist with performance tuning, cluster optimization, and operational support.
Support data governance, and security best practices.

Master Data Management

Support enterprise Master Data Management initiatives.
Assist with data quality, matching, standardization, and data stewardship activities.
Work with enterprise data governance teams to improve metadata, lineage, and business glossary initiatives.
Help ensure consistency and integrity of enterprise data across multiple systems.

Data & Business Intelligence

Partner with business users to understand reporting requirements.
Support MI/BI reporting initiatives.
Develop datasets supporting dashboards and analytics.
Troubleshoot data quality and reporting issues.

Project Collaboration

Participate in Agile ceremonies.
Work with cross-functional technical teams.
Document technical solutions and data flows.
Participate in code reviews and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Engineering, or a related technical field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise data solutions utilizing cloud based data solutions (i.e. Databricks, Snowflake, AWS, etc.)
Minimum of 5 years of experience with SQL and Python/PySpark.
Experience developing ETL/ELT pipelines and working with Delta Lake and Lakehouse architecture.
Experience working within AWS cloud environments.
Experience supporting enterprise data governance and data quality initiatives.
Experience working in Agile development environments.

Preferred:

Experience with one or more of the following:
AWS Databricks
AWS services (S3, IAM, Lambda, Glue, EMR, Redshift, Athena, CloudFormation, CloudWatch)
Apache Spark
Delta Lake
Unity Catalog
Master Data Management (MDM)
Informatica MDM
Reltio
Profisee
Snowflake
Data Governance
Data Catalog
Metadata Management
Data Lineage
Power BI or Tableau
Jira / Agile methodologies
Federal consulting experience is highly preferred.
Experience supporting Public Trust programs is preferred.

Clearance Requirement:

US Citizen
Willing and able to obtain and maintain Public Trust Clearance
Must meet updated ID requirements: https://www.gsa.gov/technology/it-contract-vehicles-and-purchasing-programs/federal-credentialing-services/get-appointment-help/bring-required-documents
If you do not currently meet the ID requirements outlined, you must be willing and able to update your current forms of ID in a timely manner to complete the suitability process successfully.
We are not able to provide sponsorships to H1B or F1 visas.

This role is flexible in that it can be a FT/W2 or a 1099 with a potential to transition to a FT/W2 employee position in the future.

Benefits

The Company We believe in generating success collaboratively, enabling long-term mission success, and building trust for the next challenge. With you as our partner, let’s solve challenges, think innovatively, and maximize impact. As a valued member of our team, you have the unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of technology and business career paths, all while supporting our nation and delivering innovative technology solutions. We are a close community of experts that pride ourselves on creating an environment defined by teamwork, dedication, and excellence.

We hold three ISO certifications (27001:2013, 20000-1:2011, 9001:2015), two CMMI ML 3 ratings (DEV and SVC) and CMMC Level 2 Certification.

Industry Recognition Growth | Inc 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Companies, DC Metro List Fastest Growing; Washington Business Journal: Fastest Growing Companies, Top Performing Small Technology Companies in Greater D.C. Culture | Northern Virginia Technology Council Tech 100 Honoree; Virginia Best Place to Work; Washington Business Journal: Best Places to Work, Corporate Diversity Index Winner – Mid-Size Companies, Companies Owned by People of Color; Department of Labor’s HireVets for our work helping veterans transition; SECAF Award of Excellence finalist; Victory Military Friendly Brand; Virginia Values Veterans (V3); Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Corporate Breath Award

Benefits

We offer competitive benefits package including paid time off, healthcare benefits, supplemental benefits, 401k including an employer match, discount perks, rewards, and more. We invest in our employees – Every employee is eligible for education reimbursement for certifications, degrees, or professional development. Reimbursement amounts may fluctuate due to IRS limitations. We want you to grow as an expert and a leader and offer flexibility for you to take a course, complete a certification, or other professional growth and networking. We are committed to supporting your curiosity and sustaining a culture that prioritizes commitment to continuous professional development. We work hard; we play hard. Kentro is committed to incorporating fun into every day. We dedicate funds for activities – virtual and in-person – e.g., we host happy hours, holiday events, fitness & wellness events, and annual celebrations. In alignment with our commitment to our communities, we also host and attend charity galas/events. We believe in appreciating your commitment and building a positive workspace for you to be creative, innovative, and happy.

Commitment Equal Opportunity Employment & VEVRAA Kentro is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Kentro is strongly committed to compliance with VEVRAA and other applicable federal, state, and local laws governing equal employment opportunity. We have developed comprehensive policies and procedures to ensure our hiring practices align with these requirements. As part of our VEVRAA compliance efforts, Kentro has established an equal opportunity plan outlining our commitment to recruiting, hiring, and advancing protected veterans. This plan is regularly reviewed and updated to ensure its effectiveness. We encourage protected veterans to self-identify during the application process. This information is strictly confidential and will only be used for reporting and compliance purposes as required by law. Providing this information is voluntary and will not impact your employment eligibility. Our commitment to equal employment opportunity extends beyond legal compliance. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace where all employees, including protected veterans, are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

How to Apply To apply to Kentro Positions- Please click on the job link and then click the blue “Apply” button at the top right of Job Description. Please upload your resume and complete all the application steps. You must fully submit the application for Kentro to consider you for a position. If you need alternative application methods, please email careers@kentro.us and request assistance.

Accommodations To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you need to discuss reasonable accommodations, please email careers@kentro.us.

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