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Principal Data Platform Engineer Jobs in East Rutherford, NJ

Anysphere, Inc

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$125K - $150K/yr

As one of Cursor's first Data Platform Engineers, you'll own the systems that make company-wide data work reliable, secure, and easy to build on. You'll work hands-on across our data lakehouse ...

Treeswift Inc

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

About the role You are a skilled and motivated Data Platform Engineer. You will: * Design, build, and maintain data pipelines at scale. We run Apache Airflow 3 on Astronomer with pipelines that ...

Versana

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$130K - $160K/yr

Versana is looking for a motivated mid-level Data Platform Engineer to join our team. This role is primarily focused on data engineering, with a secondary responsibility in reporting and dashboard ...

Tradeweb Markets

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$120K - $170K/yr

Qualifications * 2-5 years of experience in a Data Platform Engineering role * Strong software engineering experience and working with Python * Strong experience working with SQL and databases ...

Gemini

Principal Data Engineer

New York, NY

$125K - $150K/yr

About the Company Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Cameron and Tyler ... As a Principal Data Engineer, you will set the technical direction for how data is modeled ...

Gemini

Principal Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

About the Company Gemini is a global crypto and Web3 platform founded by Cameron and Tyler ... As a Principal Data Engineer, you will set the technical direction for how data is modeled ...

Hearst

Principal Data Engineer

Manhattan, NY

The Principal Data Engineer will lead the end-to-end design and implementation of scalable ... Architect scalable data platforms that integrate structured and unstructured data,including ...

Russell Investments

Principal Data Architect

New York, NY · On-site

$160K - $190K/yr

Principal Data Architect - Data Platforms Russell Investments is seeking a hands-on Principal Data ... You will work closely with engineering, analytics, and platform teams to design scalable data ...

Chubb

Cloud Data Platform Engineer

Jersey City, NJ

$119K - $143K/yr

Chubb is looking for a Azure Platform Engineering Professional with a Bachelor's Degree to join our Global Data Platform team. This is a permanent full-time position and a compelling opportunity to ...

Tradeweb Markets

Data Platform Engineer

New York, NY · On-site +1

$120K - $170K/yr

Qualifications * 2-5 years of experience in a Data Platform Engineering role * Strong software engineering experience and working with Python * Strong experience working with SQL and databases ...

Russell Investments

Principal Data Architect

New York, NY · Hybrid

$160K - $190K/yr

Principal Data Architect - Data Platforms Russell Investments is seeking a hands-on Principal Data ... You will work closely with engineering, analytics, and platform teams to design scalable data ...

Hearst

Principal Data Engineer

Manhattan, NY

The Principal Data Engineer will lead the end-to-end design and implementation of scalable ... Architect scalable data platforms that integrate structured and unstructured data,including ...

Hearst

Principal Data Engineer

New York, NY

The Principal Data Engineer will lead the end-to-end design and implementation of scalable ... Architect scalable data platforms that integrate structured and unstructured data,including ...

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How much do principal data platform engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal data platform engineer in East Rutherford, NJ is $149,996.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $120,700.00 and $176,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

AspectPrincipal Data Platform EngineerData Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's/Master's in CS, Data Science, or related; often with certifications in cloud platformsBachelor's in CS, Data Science, or related; certifications are common but not mandatory
Work EnvironmentDesigns and oversees data platform architecture, leads technical strategyBuilds, maintains, and optimizes data pipelines and databases
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large tech, finance, and enterprise companies focusing on scalable data solutionsCommon across industries for data processing and analytics tasks

The Principal Data Platform Engineer focuses on designing and leading the development of data platforms, ensuring scalability and performance. In contrast, Data Engineers primarily build and maintain data pipelines and infrastructure. Both roles require strong technical skills, but the Principal role involves strategic oversight and architecture leadership.

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Infographic showing various Principal Data Platform Engineer job openings in East Rutherford, NJ as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 42% Full Time, 48% Part Time, 4% Temporary, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $149,996 per year, or $72.1 per hour.
Principal Data Architect

Principal Data Architect

Acunor Infotech

Manhattan, NY

Other

Posted 16 days ago

Job description

Role: Principal Data Architect
Location: Hybrid (NY/NJ)
Job Type: Full Time
Role Overview
The Principal Data Architect will lead the design and evolution of enterprise-scale data and AI platforms, enabling advanced analytics, Generative AI, and data-driven decision-making. This role requires deep expertise across cloud ecosystems, modern data architectures, and AI/ML frameworks, with a strong focus on governance, scalability, and security.
Key Responsibilities
1. Data Platform Architecture
  • Architect scalable, high-performance cloud data platforms across hyperscaler's (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
  • Design and implement modern data stack solutions leveraging technologies such as Snowflake and Databricks.
  • Define data ingestion, transformation, and serving architectures supporting real-time and batch workloads.
  • Drive standardization of data architecture patterns across the organization.
2. AI & Machine Learning Architecture
  • Design and implement architectures for:
    • Generative AI solutions
    • Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
    • Vector databases and semantic search frameworks
    • Agentic AI frameworks and orchestration patterns
  • Define and operationalize MLOps and LLMOps pipelines for model lifecycle management.
  • Enable scalable deployment and monitoring of AI/ML models in production environments.
3. Data Governance, Security & Compliance
  • Establish enterprise-wide data governance frameworks covering:
    • Data quality and validation standards
    • Data lineage and traceability
    • Master Data Management (MDM)
  • Implement AI governance controls to:
    • Mitigate model hallucinations
    • Ensure explainability and reliability
    • Protect data privacy and regulatory compliance
  • Define access control, encryption, and security best practices for data and AI platforms.
Required Skills & Expertise
  • Strong experience in cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Deep expertise in modern data platforms: Snowflake, Databricks
  • Hands-on experience in AI/ML architecture, including GenAI and RAG
  • Knowledge of vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, FAISS, or equivalent)
  • Experience with MLOps/LLMOps tools and frameworks
  • Strong understanding of data governance, privacy, and compliance standards
  • Proven ability to design and scale enterprise data platforms
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
  • Provide architectural leadership across multiple programs and portfolios
  • Collaborate with business, engineering, and AI teams to align architecture with business outcomes
  • Mentor senior engineers and architects on best practices
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in BFSI or regulated industries
  • Exposure to large-scale AI transformation initiatives
  • Certifications in cloud or data platforms (AWS/Azure/Google Cloud Platform/Snowflake/Databricks)
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Acunor provides high quality digital engineers in the field of Java Full Stack Programming, Pega, Appian, Power BI, Salesforce, DevOps, No-Code & Low-Code, Data Science, Analytics, Data Base and Cloud Native solutions. ​We specialize in providing Java Full Stack Engineers, BPM (Pega, Appian) Consultants, Salesforce Consultants, AWS/Azure/GCP Engineers, Data Scientists, Technical PMs, Program and Engagement Managers. ​Management comprises of highly experienced and seasoned technology executives with vast expertise in Large Scale Development Projects, Cloud Native Solutions and Managed Services.

Industry

It services

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Princeton, NJ, US

Year founded

2016

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