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Lead Data Engineer

Richmond, VA

$101K - $133K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Mclean, VA

$103K - $136K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Omaha, NE · On-site

$98K - $129K/yr

Onsite Job Type: Full-Time Reports To: Sr. Manager of Data Engineering Capstone IT is helping a premier client to hire an experienced Lead Data Engineer to lead the development and optimization of ...

Lead Data Engineer

Plano, TX

$98K - $129K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$103K - $136K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Chicago, IL

$105K - $139K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$112K - $147K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Experience Required: 12 years+ Location ... Jersey City, NJ | Onsite Employment Type: Full-Time NOTE - Must have taken care of team size of ...

Lead Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$98K - $129K/yr

Lead Data Engineer **Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid) **Mode: FullTime **Note: Only USC and GC can apply Responsibilities: - Shape industry narratives across both business and technical domains ...

Lead Data Engineer

Chicago, IL

$118K - $141K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Mclean, VA

$115K - $139K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Richmond, VA

$113K - $136K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Richmond, VA

$113K - $136K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Mclean, VA · On-site

$115K - $139K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Miami, FL · Remote

$98K - $129K/yr

Lead Data Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and ...

Lead Data Engineer

Mclean, VA

$115K - $139K/yr

Lead Data Engineer Do you love building and pioneering in the technology space? Do you enjoy ... The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location.

Lead Data Engineer

Irving, TX · Remote

$94K - $124K/yr

Lead Data Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and ...

Lead Data Engineer

Irving, TX · Remote

$98K - $129K/yr

Lead Data Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and ...

Lead Data Engineer

Bentonville, AR · Remote

$89K - $118K/yr

Lead Data Engineer We are Lennar Lennar is one of the nation's leading homebuilders, dedicated to making an impact and creating an extraordinary experience for their Homeowners, Communities, and ...

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How much do full time lead data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time lead data engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Lead Data Engineer vs Data Engineer?

AspectFull Time Lead Data EngineerData Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS, Data Science, or related; often leadership experienceBachelor's in CS, Data Science, or related; entry to mid-level experience
Work EnvironmentLeading data teams, designing architecture, overseeing projectsDeveloping data pipelines, coding, maintaining databases
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, finance, healthcare, where data leadership is neededSame industries, more focused on execution and implementation

The main difference is that a Full Time Lead Data Engineer oversees data projects and manages teams, while a Data Engineer primarily focuses on building and maintaining data systems. The lead role involves more strategic planning and leadership responsibilities, whereas the data engineer role is more technical and execution-oriented.

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$96K - $127K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Lead Data EngineerLocation: Tampa, FL, 33601
Clearance: TOP SECRET
Job Description:

The Lead Data Engineer will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining the company's data architecture. They will lead a team of data engineers and work closely with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure that data is accurate, reliable, and accessible. The Lead Data Engineer will also be responsible for implementing data security measures and ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities:
  • Design and develop the company's data architecture
  • Lead a team of data engineers
  • Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and other stakeholders to ensure data accuracy and reliability
  • Implement data security measures and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations
  • Develop and maintain data pipelines
  • Optimize data storage and retrieval
  • Identify and resolve data quality issues
  • Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in data engineering
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 10+ years of experience in data engineering
  • Experience with data modeling, ETL, and data warehousing
  • Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (Python, Java, C#, etc.)
  • Experience with cloud-based data platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, etc.)
  • Strong leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team