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Cloud Data Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$57 - $76.25/hr

Job Role - Cloud Data Engineer Location - Minneapolis, MN(Remote) Job Details: * Minimum of 5+ years of experience as a Cloud Data Engineer. * * Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud data tools (ADF ...

Cloud Data Engineer

Skokie, IL · On-site

$41.64 - $64.54/hr

Cloud Data Engineer * Location: Skokie, IL / Arlington Heights, IL / Warrenville, IL (choice) * Full Time * Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm * Hybrid Position Job Summary: The Cloud Data ...

Cloud Data Engineer

Skokie, IL · On-site

$41.64 - $64.54/hr

Cloud Data Engineer * Location: Skokie, IL / Arlington Heights, IL / Warrenville, IL (choice) * Full Time * Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm * Hybrid Position Job Summary: The Cloud Data ...

Cloud Data Engineer

Woonsocket, RI · On-site +1

$53.50 - $71.50/hr

Cloud Data Engineer Work Location: Remote Duration: 12+ Months of Contract * Total IT exp of 5-12 years * 3+ years experience building and supporting large-scale, business-critical systems on Public ...

Cloud Data Engineer

Ada, MI · On-site

$92K - $113K/yr

Cloud Data Engineer Posting Start Date: 5/18/26 Posting Location: Ada (Grand Rapids), MI Requisition ID: 42951 Job title: Data Engineer Department / Division: Data Engineering & Enterprise ...

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How much do senior cloud data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior cloud data engineer in the United States is $126,328.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $144,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Senior Cloud Data Engineers when migrating on-premises data systems to the cloud?

Senior Cloud Data Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring data integrity and security during migration, minimizing downtime, and handling compatibility issues between legacy systems and cloud platforms. They also need to optimize data pipelines for scalability and cost-effectiveness in the new environment. Close collaboration with stakeholders from IT, security, and business units is crucial to align migration goals and manage expectations throughout the process.

What are Senior Cloud Data Engineers?

Senior Cloud Data Engineers are experienced professionals who design, build, and maintain data processing systems on cloud platforms. They are responsible for creating scalable, secure, and efficient data pipelines and ensuring data is accessible for analysis and reporting. These engineers often work with tools and services from cloud providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and collaborate closely with data scientists, architects, and other stakeholders. Their expertise in both cloud infrastructure and data engineering allows organizations to leverage large volumes of data for business insights.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Senior Cloud Data Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Senior Cloud Data Engineer, you need advanced expertise in data engineering, cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), programming languages (like Python or Scala), and a strong foundation in database technologies. Proficiency with cloud-based tools (e.g., AWS Glue, Azure Data Factory), big data frameworks (such as Spark or Hadoop), and relevant certifications (like AWS Certified Data Analytics) is highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to collaborate across teams help you excel in designing and optimizing complex data solutions. These skills ensure scalable, secure, and efficient data pipelines that support business analytics and innovation.

What is the difference between Senior Cloud Data Engineer vs Cloud Data Engineer?

AspectSenior Cloud Data EngineerCloud Data Engineer
Required CredentialsTypically requires 5+ years experience, advanced certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Data Analytics), and expertise in cloud platformsEntry to mid-level experience, foundational certifications, and basic cloud platform knowledge
Work EnvironmentDesigns and oversees complex data pipelines, mentors junior staff, and handles high-level architectureBuilds and maintains data pipelines, performs data integration, and supports data operations
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large enterprises, tech companies, and data-driven organizationsCommon in startups, mid-sized companies, and organizations adopting cloud data solutions

The main difference between a Senior Cloud Data Engineer and a Cloud Data Engineer lies in experience, responsibilities, and expertise. Senior roles involve leadership, complex architecture, and mentorship, while Cloud Data Engineers focus on building and maintaining data pipelines. Both roles are essential in cloud data environments, but senior positions require more advanced skills and strategic oversight.

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Infographic showing various Senior Cloud Data Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $126,328 per year, or $60.7 per hour.
Senior Cloud Data Engineer

Senior Cloud Data Engineer

Nyla Technology Solutions

Annapolis Junction, MD • On-site

$190K - $225K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Job description

Job Description

ACTIVE SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TS/SCI POLYGRAPH LEVEL IS REQUIRED


Design, optimize, and deploy heavy-duty data pipelines! Bring your senior Python/Java skills and deep Linux shell scripting expertise to architect data processing workflows and task automation using AWS APIs. You'll master periodic or streaming data while developing highly optimized NoSQL and relational data structures.

In this role, you will lead the design, development, and implementation of complex data processing workflows and web-based server applications. If you have a deep expertise in Linux systems, a passion for robust data modeling, and the drive to engineer advanced backend solutions that interface with relational databases and AWS infrastructure, let's achieve more together!
The annual base salary range for this role is $190,000-$225,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.

, Required Skills
  • Software Engineering: 14+ years of general software engineering experience specifically within a Linux environment.

  • Core Languages Scripting: Strong experience developing software using Python or Java, combined with hands-on Linux shell scripting.

  • Data Modeling Architecture: Proven experience in data modeling, including data normalization, working with performance metrics, and designing data processing workflows.

  • Server Relational Databases: Experience developing and maintaining web-based server applications and implementing algorithms that interface with relational databases like MySQL or PostgreSQL.

  • Cloud Automation: Experience developing task automation using the AWS API.

  • Data Structures Streaming: Experience handling periodic or streaming data, alongside the ability to develop and optimize data structures for storage and retrieval using JSON, YAML, or NoSQL Databases.


Education: 14+ years of experience with a technical bachelor's degree, 18+ years of experience without a technical bachelors degree.


, Desired Skills
  • Advanced Databases: Experience with unstructured databases (MongoDB, Elasticsearch) and graph databases (Neo4J).

  • Modern DevOps Pipelines: Experience working with containers, building CI/CD pipelines with GitLab CI, and developing pipelines using the AWS API (including Lambda and Step Functions).

  • Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with IaC methodologies and tooling, including Terraform.

  • Architecture Front-End: Experience with mono-repo architecture and web page design using JavaScript, Angular, or Python Shiny.

  • Testing Networks: Experience implementing test environments for automated code validation, and knowledge of network protocols like SNMP or BGP.

  • Team Agility: Ability to thrive and balance long- and short-term tasks in an ambiguous, fast-paced, and highly collaborative team ecosystem.

, About Nyla Technology Solutions

Nyla Technology Solutions delivers exceptional Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering services for the U.S. Government. Nyla embraces a forward-thinking and bold approach at every turn, earning us a solid reputation of technical trendsetters within the industry. We have a passion for developing solutions that have a quick and immediate impact on mission. Headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, our customers love how we tackle their most challenging problems and get things done.


If you have the unique experience and expertise we are seeking, along with the desire and determination to invest your time and energy as a part of Nyla’s team,


Taking Care of All of You

Nyla provides a top-of-market compensation and benefits package. And through our unique Nyla FLEX program, we custom tailor these benefits to best fit your lifestyle.


The Nyla FLEX benefit program is designed to offer you flexibility in the 3 biggest areas of your life: your pay, your leave, and your schedule.


PAY - Nyla starts with 4 weeks of Annual Leave plus 11 holidays and an additional day of Annual Leave for each year you’re at the company. You have the flexibility to cash out your annual leave hours, opt out of other Nyla benefits, and/or arrange for additional hours on contract* (over 40 hrs/week). There’s even an option to earn 1.3 times your hourly rate once you work over 1880 hours on contract!


LEAVE - Want to spend more time with the family? Want more time to travel the world? You can BUY additional annual leave for a total of 6 weeks of annual leave. That’s up to 240 hours of leave plus 11 holidays! That’s not even including paid anniversary leave!


SCHEDULE - Does the traditional 40-hour workweek no longer fit your lifestyle? With Nyla FLEX, you have the freedom to scale down to 30-32 hours while still enjoying the top-notch Nyla benefits you know and love. It's flexibility that works for you without compromising the perks!


WHAT ABOUT OTHER BENEFITS? Nyla’s health care (medical, dental, and vision) is 100% covered by the company. We provide 10% 401k matching - with full vesting day 1! Our Professional Development offers $5,000 per year to be used towards fees, tuition, or time off for your continued growth. We even have a student loan repayment program and we provide 8 hours of volunteering annually so you can support your community, making your world a better place.


To learn more about Nyla's culture and our exceptional benefit packages click https://nylatechnologysolutions.com/careers/#culture">here.

Nyla is an equal opportunity employer.