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Principal Data Platform Engineer Jobs in Washington, DC

Mpr Associates, Inc.

Data Platform Engineer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$122K - $147K/yr

General Join our engineering team as a Data Platform Engineer where you'll build robust data processing applications and analytics solutions. We're looking for someone who thrives at the intersection ...

Mpr Associates, Inc.

Data Platform Engineer

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$122K - $147K/yr

General Join our engineering team as a Data Platform Engineer where you'll build robust data processing applications and analytics solutions. We're looking for someone who thrives at the intersection ...

Mpr Associates, Inc.

Data Platform Engineer

Alexandria, VA

$122K - $147K/yr

General Join our engineering team as a Data Platform Engineer where you'll build robust data processing applications and analytics solutions. We're looking for someone who thrives at the intersection ...

eSimplicity

Principal Data Lead

Columbia, MD · On-site

$188K - $200K/yr

Position overview The Principal Data Lead will lead data strategy execution, data supply chain ... data platform operations, distributed processing, programming and query languages, jobs and ...

eSimplicity

Principal Data Lead

Columbia, MD · On-site

Position overview The Principal Data Lead will lead data strategy execution, data supply chain ... data platform operations, distributed processing, programming and query languages, jobs and ...

eSimplicity

Principal Data Lead

Columbia, MD · On-site

$188K - $200K/yr

Position overview The Principal Data Lead will lead data strategy execution, data supply chain ... data platform operations, distributed processing, programming and query languages, jobs and ...

Five Guys

Data Platform Engineer (Azure)

Alexandria, VA · Remote

$120K - $125K/hr

The Data Platform Engineer (Azure) is responsible for building, automating, and operating the infrastructure that supports the organization's enterprise data platform. This role ensures data ...

Five Guys

Data Platform Engineer (Azure)

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$56.50 - $77.25/hr

The Data Platform Engineer (Azure) is responsible for building, automating, and operating the infrastructure that supports the organization's enterprise data platform. This role ensures data ...

Five Guys

Data Platform Engineer (Azure)

Alexandria, VA · On-site

$56.50 - $77.25/hr

The Data Platform Engineer (Azure) is responsible for building, automating, and operating the infrastructure that supports the organization's enterprise data platform. This role ensures data ...

MasterCard

Senior Principal, Data Engineering

Arlington, VA · On-site

$144K - $199K/yr

Mastercard Services Technology is seeking a Senior Principal Data Engineer to help drive our ... Role: Design and architect end-to-end cloud-native data platform solutions, including modern ...

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

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal data platform engineer in Washington, DC is $166,741.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $134,200.00 and $195,900.00 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 Washington, DC as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 72% Full Time, 8% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $166,741 per year, or $80.2 per hour.

Salesforce Administrator - Holland, MI Detroit, MI Nashville, TN Greenville, SC Ogden, UT

Holland, MI • On-site

cyberThink, Inc.
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 201 - 500 employees
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Posted 15 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: Salesforce Administrator

Duration : Sep 14, 2026 – Mar 31, 2027

Location: 13365 Tyler Street Holland Michigan 49424

 

We are seeking a Salesforce Administrator to support, maintain, and enhance our Salesforce environment. This role will be responsible for day-to-day administration, configuration, user support, data quality, and ongoing platform improvements. The ideal candidate will have strong Salesforce administration experience, hands-on configuration expertise, and working knowledge of Apex development. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Administer and maintain the Salesforce platform, including user setup, permissions, roles, and security.
  • Configure and support Flows, assignment rules, approval processes, page layouts, reports, dashboards, and custom objects.
  • Manage sandbox environments and assist with deployments and releases.
  • Support business users by troubleshooting issues and responding to support tickets.
  • Maintain data quality and identify opportunities for process automation and system improvements.
  • Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and implement scalable solutions.
  • Support Salesforce integrations and connected applications.
  • Perform proactive system maintenance, platform monitoring, and release management.
  • Contribute to Apex-based enhancements and custom functionality when needed.  

Required

  • 3+ years of Salesforce Administration experience
  • Experience with Salesforce Flow, reporting, dashboards, and security administration
  • Experience managing users, profiles, permission sets, and sandbox environments
  • Working knowledge of Apex and Salesforce development concepts
  • Strong problem-solving and communication skills

Preferred

  • Salesforce Advanced Administrator and/or Platform App Builder certification
  • Experience with Sales Cloud and Service Cloud
  • Experience supporting integrations, change management, and platform governance

Additional Information

  • No degree required. Relevant Salesforce experience and certifications are preferred.
  • This position is intended to convert to a full-time employee following the contract period.
  • Interview process includes a technical interview followed by a team-fit interview.

Candidates must be local to one of the JR Automation locations. 

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