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The average salary for remote Data Engineer jobs is $148,501 per year, ranging from $100,137 to $194,532 depending on experience. This is based on data from 650 job openings.
| Experience | Roles analysed | Avg. salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Data Engineer | 34 | $100,137 |
| Mid-level Data Engineer | 170 | $123,348 |
| Senior Data Engineer | 365 | $151,721 |
| Lead Data Engineer | 53 | $156,810 |
| Staff Data Engineer | 70 | $194,532 |
| Principal Data Engineer | 28 | $189,980 |
The top skills employers look for in Data Engineer jobs are SQL, Python, Web security, Machine Learning and Azure. Below you'll find the full breakdown of the 10 most in-demand Data Engineer skills. This is based on data from 528 job openings.
The most sought-after experience for Data Engineer jobs is Mid-level (45% of openings), and 4% are junior friendly.
The most common employment types for Data Engineer jobs are Full-time (89%) and Contract (8%).
45% of Data Engineer jobs require a degree, while 55% do not.
Companies hire remote Data Engineer engineers in 66 regions and countries — with United States leading in open roles.