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Remote Big Data Engineer Jobs in Boston, MA (NOW HIRING)

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$112K - $147K/yr

... big data and ML applications * Retrain, maintain, and monitor models in production * Leverage or ... Use programming languages like Python, Go, Scala, or Java Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$112K - $147K/yr

... big data and ML applications * Retrain, maintain, and monitor models in production * Leverage or ... Use programming languages like Python, Scala, or Java Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree

Lead Machine Learning Engineer (IC)

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$112K - $147K/yr

... big data and ML applications * Retrain, maintain, and monitor models in production * Leverage or ... Use programming languages like Python, Scala, or Java Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree

Sr. Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$112K - $147K/yr

... state-of-the-art big data and ML applications. * Retrain, maintain, and monitor models in ... Use programming languages like Python, Scala, or Java. Basic Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree

Analytics Engineer

Waltham, MA · On-site +1

$84K - $101K/yr

Collaborate with data analysts, data scientists, data engineers and other stakeholders to ... Our hybrid work model combines the convenience of remote work with access to our great office ...

As a Distinguished Engineer on the Data Engineering team, you'll own some of the hardest infrastructure problems at CloudZero: shaping the next-generation streaming data platform, the dimensional ...

Remote (Preference for candidates local to Marlborough, MA) Start Date Is: ASAP Duration: 6-month ... Partner with data engineering and data science teams to deliver scalable data solutions.

Software Engineer

Cambridge, MA · On-site +1

$114K - $136K/yr

Software Engineer Work Location: 145 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142 Akamai Technologies, Inc. is ... Apache Spark, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Apache Airflow, Python, Scala, SQL, Big-Data, Hadoop ...

... high data quality standards * Proficiency in C# for Windows desktop programming or Python, or ... Mirth skills, particularly with HL7 Remote * Somerville, Massachusetts, United States $90k - $95k ...

... high data quality standards * Proficiency in C# for Windows desktop programming or Python, or ... Mirth skills, particularly with HL7 Remote * Somerville, Massachusetts, United States $90k - $95k ...

... high data quality standards * Proficiency in C# for Windows desktop programming or Python, or ... Mirth skills, particularly with HL7 Remote * Somerville, Massachusetts, United States $90k - $95k ...

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced AI Data Science Domain Experts to contribute their ... Prompt Engineering * AI Output Evaluation * Quality Assurance * Technical Documentation * Technical ...

Remote Job Overview We are seeking experienced AI Data Science Domain Experts to contribute their ... Prompt Engineering * AI Output Evaluation * Quality Assurance * Technical Documentation * Technical ...

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How much do remote big data engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote big data engineer in Boston, MA is $68.42, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58.22 and $77.02 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote big data engineer?

A Remote Big Data Engineer designs, develops, and manages large-scale data processing systems while working from a remote location. They build data pipelines, optimize data storage, and ensure efficient data processing for analytics and machine learning applications. Their role involves working with technologies like Hadoop, Spark, and cloud platforms to handle massive datasets. Effective communication and collaboration with distributed teams are essential for success in this role.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote big data engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Big Data Engineer, you need a strong background in computer science, data engineering, and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, often supported by a relevant degree. Expertise in big data technologies like Hadoop, Spark, Kafka, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), along with certifications like Google Professional Data Engineer or AWS Certified Big Data, is highly valuable. Exceptional problem-solving abilities, self-motivation, and effective remote communication skills allow you to excel in distributed teams. These skills and qualities enable you to efficiently manage, analyze, and derive insights from massive datasets in a remote work environment.

What challenges do remote big data engineers face and how can they be managed?

Remote Big Data Engineers often navigate challenges such as collaborating across different time zones, ensuring secure and efficient data transfer, and maintaining clear communication with distributed teams. Staying up to date with rapidly evolving technologies and troubleshooting complex data pipeline issues without in-person support can also be demanding. Successful engineers manage these challenges by leveraging robust project management tools, fostering transparent communication, and participating in ongoing training or knowledge-sharing sessions. By proactively addressing these hurdles, they contribute to smoother project delivery and continuous team collaboration.

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Infographic showing various Remote Big Data Engineer job openings in Boston, MA as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 7% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 88% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $142,319 per year, or $68.4 per hour.

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

Capital One

Cambridge, MA • On-site, Remote

$112K - $147K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 26 days ago


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Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

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Job description

Lead Machine Learning Engineer

As a Capital One Machine Learning Engineer (MLE), you'll be part of an Agile team dedicated to productionizing machine learning applications and systems at scale. You'll participate in the detailed technical design, development, and implementation of machine learning applications using existing and emerging technology platforms. You'll focus on machine learning architectural design, develop and review model and application code, and ensure high availability and performance of our machine learning applications. You'll have the opportunity to continuously learn and apply the latest innovations and best practices in machine learning engineering.

What You'll Do:

The MLE role overlaps with many disciplines, such as Ops, Modeling, and Data Engineering. In this role, you'll be expected to perform many ML engineering activities, including one or more of the following:

  • Design, build, and/or deliver ML models and components that solve real-world business problems, while working in collaboration with the Product and Data Science teams

  • Inform your ML infrastructure decisions using your understanding of ML modeling techniques and issues, including choice of model, data, and feature selection, model training, hyperparameter tuning, dimensionality, bias/variance, and validation)

  • Solve complex problems by writing and testing application code, developing and validating ML models, and automating tests and deployment

  • Collaborate as part of a cross-functional Agile team to create and enhance software that enables state-of-the-art big data and ML applications

  • Retrain, maintain, and monitor models in production

  • Leverage or build cloud-based architectures, technologies, and/or platforms to deliver optimized ML models at scale (including AWS and Kubernetes).

  • Construct optimized data pipelines to feed ML models

  • Leverage continuous integration and continuous deployment best practices, including test automation and monitoring, to ensure successful deployment of ML models and application code

  • Ensure all code is well-managed to reduce vulnerabilities, models are well-governed from a risk perspective, and the ML follows best practices in Responsible and Explainable AI

  • Use programming languages like Python, Go, Scala, or Java

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree

  • At least 6 years of experience designing and building data-intensive solutions using distributed computing (Internship experience does not apply)

  • At least 4 years of experience programming with Python, Scala, or Java

  • At least 2 years of experience building, scaling, and optimizing ML systems

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Master's or Doctoral Degree in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a similar field

  • 3+ years of experience building production-ready data pipelines that feed ML models

  • 3+ years of on-the-job experience with an industry recognized ML framework such as scikit-learn, PyTorch, Dask, Spark, or TensorFlow

  • 2+ years of experience developing performant, resilient, and maintainable code using Python or Go

  • 2+ years of experience with data gathering and preparation for ML models

  • 2+ years of people leader experience

  • 1+ years of experience leading teams developing ML solutions using industry best practices, patterns, and automation

  • Experience developing and deploying ML solutions in a public cloud such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform

  • Experience designing, implementing, and scaling, infrastructure using Kubernetes.

  • Experience designing, implementing, and scaling complex data pipelines for ML models and evaluating their performance

  • ML industry impact through conference presentations, papers, blog posts, open source contributions, or patents

  • Experience leveraging interactive AI tooling to accelerate productivity, utilizing capabilities beyond basic code completion

At this time, Capital One will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization, or offer any immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

The minimum and maximum full-time annual salaries for this role are listed below, by location. Please note that this salary information is solely for candidates hired to perform work within one of these locations, and refers to the amount Capital One is willing to pay at the time of this posting. Salaries for part-time roles will be prorated based upon the agreed upon number of hours to be regularly worked.

Cambridge, MA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Machine Learning Engineer


McLean, VA: $197,300 - $225,100 for Lead Machine Learning Engineer


New York, NY: $215,200 - $245,600 for Lead Machine Learning Engineer


San Francisco, CA: $215,200 - $245,600 for Lead Machine Learning Engineer


San Jose, CA: $215,200 - $245,600 for Lead Machine Learning Engineer







Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location, and the actual annualized salary amount offered to any candidate at the time of hire will be reflected solely in the candidate's offer letter.

This role is also eligible to earn performance based incentive compensation, which may include cash bonus(es) and/or long term incentives (LTI). Incentives could be discretionary or non discretionary depending on the plan.

Capital One offers a comprehensive, competitive, and inclusive set of health, financial and other benefits that support your total well-being. Learn more at theCapital One Careers website. Eligibility varies based on full or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt status, and management level.

This role is expected to accept applications for a minimum of 5 business days.No agencies please. Capital One is an equal opportunity employer (EOE, including disability/vet) committed to non-discrimination in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Capital One promotes a drug-free workplace. Capital One will consider for employment qualified applicants with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws regarding criminal background inquiries, including, to the extent applicable, Article 23-A of the New York Correction Law; San Francisco, California Police Code Article 49, Sections 4901-4920; New York City's Fair Chance Act; Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Records Screening Act; and other applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations regarding criminal background inquiries.

If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation, please contact Capital One Recruiting at 1-800-304-9102 or via email at RecruitingAccommodation@capitalone.com. All information you provide will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Careers@capitalone.com

Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site.

Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC).


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