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Quantix

Data Platform Engineer

San Francisco, CA

$134K - $162K/yr

Data Platform Engineer Location: San Francisco, CA Type: Direct Hire Our client in the San Francisco, CA area is looking for a Data Platform Engineer to join their team on a direct hire basis. This ...

OneTrust

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

The Challenge Data Platform Engineer will be part of an innovative Enterprise data team that enables Marketing, Product, Sales, and Finance to explore data and take actions that differentiate us from ...

PrizePicks

Data Platform Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$100K - $150K/yr

As a Data Platform Engineer, you will contribute to building the modern Data platform at Prizepicks to scale and productionize our core data engineering, data analytics and machine learning ...

AEG

Data Platform Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$100K - $150K/yr

As a Data Platform Engineer, you will contribute to building the modern Data platform at Prizepicks to scale and productionize our core data engineering, data analytics and machine learning ...

KKR

Data Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

They are seeking a Data Platform Engineer to join their ADAPT Engineering team in Boston ... developer enablement. • Deep hands-on experience with Apache Iceberg and modern open table ...

Careers at KKR

Data Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Platform mindset with proven track record designing and delivering enterprise-scale data platforms or lakehouse ecosystems with strong emphasis on scalability, reliability, governance, and developer ...

KKR

Data Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

They are seeking a Data Platform Engineer to join their ADAPT Engineering team, focusing on ... developer enablement. • Deep hands-on experience with Apache Iceberg and modern open table ...

Careers at KKR

Data Platform Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site

$124K - $149K/yr

Platform mindset with proven track record designing and delivering enterprise-scale data platforms or lakehouse ecosystems with strong emphasis on scalability, reliability, governance, and developer ...

Artisan Partners

Data Platform Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$112K - $135K/yr

Artisan Partners is seeking a Data Platform Engineer to join our Data Platform Systems team. This team is responsible for the infrastructure, services, security controls, and engineering and ...

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How much do data platform developer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for data platform developer in the United States is $35.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.23 and $58.89 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Data Platform Developer vs Data Engineer?

AspectData Platform DeveloperData Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and developing data platforms and infrastructureBuilding and maintaining data pipelines and workflows
Skills & CertificationsSQL, cloud platforms, data architecture, certifications like AWS or AzureETL tools, programming (Python, Java), cloud skills, certifications in data engineering
Work EnvironmentCollaborates with data scientists, analysts, and IT teamsWorks closely with data analysts, software engineers, and infrastructure teams
Industry UsageUsed across industries for data platform development and managementCommonly employed for building scalable data pipelines in tech, finance, healthcare

While both roles involve working with data infrastructure, Data Platform Developers focus on creating and maintaining the overall data platforms, whereas Data Engineers primarily build and optimize data pipelines. Both roles require strong technical skills and often overlap, but their core responsibilities differ in scope and focus.

What states have the most Data Platform Developer jobs? States with the most job openings for Data Platform Developer jobs include:
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Data Platform Engineer

Avani Technology Solutions, Inc.

Rochester, NY • On-site

$113K - $135K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Position: Data Platform Engineer
Location: Rochester, NY
Duration: 12+ Months
Hadoop and Informatica experience are a MUST
Description:
The Data Platform Engineer engages in the design, development and maintenance of the big data platform. This platform hosts structured and non-structured data sets that support various business operations and enable data-driven decisions. The role involves administering various data-hub ecosystem open source software tools along with other vendor supported tools like HortonWorks Hadoop, CISCO DV, IBM COGNOS tools. The DPE will work closely with Data Scientists, infrastructure Administrators and Data Platform Architects to ensure the platform meets business demands.
Essential Resource Responsibilities / Accountabilities: Level I- Installs and /or upgrades, configures, administers and troubleshoots the data hub software environment in order to achieve a reliable, highly available, well performing system- Provides direct technical support to data warehouse user community, and triages support to appropriate personnel when technical support is not sufficient.- Develops standards, policies and procedures for the form, structure and attributes of the data warehouse tools and systems - Develops data/information quality metrics- Develops processes to monitor cluster performance and resource usage- Works with Server Engineers to install new nodes, resolve node failures, and apply patches and upgrades- Maintains processes that feed data from various systems across the enterprise, ensuring data quality and process efficiency- Follows and helps streamline procedures for provisioning access to the BI system and establishing security Minimum Resource Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or closely related field (or four additional years related work experience in lieu of bachelors)- Related work experience (i.e. Co-ops/Internships) preferred- Ability to take initiative and have a strong vision for driving large scale distributed data platforms- Experience with ecosystem components such as Hadoop, Cisco DV, Cognos, etc- Familiarity with Linux system administration, Linux scripting and networking skills- Proficiency in a programming language such as Python or Java is a plus- Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including modeling and writing complex queries is a plus- MUST have EXCELLENT communication and
analytical skills Level I - Ability to perform routine tool maintenance working with the vendors and others on the team- Ability to identify data warehouse application and data issues- Monitor system uptime and performance- Escalate appropriately to management and/or more senior Tool Administrators- Minimum of 3 years' experience in tool administration- Demonstrated experience with Data Warehousing- Proactively identify and address risks on system before they become systems issues- Research and resolve data warehouse application and data issues
Physical Requirements- Ability to travel across regions Physical Requirements: In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this resource requirements document lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position Equal Opportunity
Employer: As such, requires all suppliers of temporary staffing resources to affirm the rights of every person to participate in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, sex/gender, age, disability, religion, creed, citizenship status, national origin, veteran status, military status, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity, predisposing genetic characteristic, genetic information, or any other status protected under the law

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