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Kanak Elite Services Inc

Data Pipeline Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

DATA PIPELINE ENGINEER Location: Dallas, TX - Hybrid MUST BE CURRENTLY WORKING AT A BANK A leading global financial institution is seeking a highly skilled Data Pipeline Engineer to drive its unified ...

Snowrelic Inc

Data Pipeline Engineer - W2

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

Data Pipeline Engineer Location: Dallas TX (Hybrid) Must have - (Only Consider 14-15 Years profile) Mandatory Requirements * 3-8 years of experience building and optimizing data pipelines within ...

TEKsystems

FSR Data Pipeline Engineer

Washington, DC

$65 - $75/hr

Description Data Pipeline engineers ensure that our customers work with updated and accurate data in Foundry. You are the first to respond to data health failures on key pipelines. You are technical ...

TEKsystems

FSR Data Pipeline Engineer

Washington, DC

$65 - $75/hr

Description Data Pipeline engineers ensure that our customers work with updated and accurate data in Foundry. You are the first to respond to data health failures on key pipelines. You are technical ...

FullStory

Senior Data Pipeline & AI Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$160K - $170K/yr

As our Senior Data Engineer, you will report to the Senior Engineering Manager for the Fullstory ... You will design and optimize pipelines that process 30 billion+ records per day across customer ...

Onebridge

Sr. Data Engineer - Databricks

$117K - $140K/yr

Design, develop, and maintain robust and scalable data pipelines using Apache Spark and cloud ... in a cloud environment. Sr. Data Engineer - Databricks | Skills & Experience * 7+ years of ...

Addison Group

Senior Data Engineer

Dallas, TX

$120K - $140K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Location: Coppell, TX Salary Range: $120K-$140K We are looking to bring on a ... Architecture experience in building pipelines, data modeling, data pipeline deployment, data ...

Addison Group

Senior Data Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Location: Coppell, TX Salary Range: $120K-$140K We are looking to bring on a ... Architecture experience in building pipelines, data modeling, data pipeline deployment, data ...

TECHOAUTH SOLUTIONS LLC

Senior Data Engineer

Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1

$70K - $120K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Company: Techoauth Solutions LLC Location: Fort Worth, TX (Hybrid) Job Summary ... Design and build scalable ETL/ELT pipelines using Python and modern data tools * Develop and ...

Incident IQ

Senior Data Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$103K - $140K/yr

Data Pipeline Engineering: Build and maintain robust, automated ETL/ELT pipelines to extract and ... Senior Data Engineer Requirements: * Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in ...

Incident IQ

Senior Data Engineer

Atlanta, GA

$101K - $138K/yr

Data Pipeline Engineering: Build and maintain robust, automated ETL/ELT pipelines to extract and ... Senior Data Engineer Requirements: * Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of professional experience in ...

Ziply Fiber

Senior Data Engineer

Kirkland, WA · On-site +1

$114K - $154K/yr

Job Summary The Senior Data Engineer owns the reliability of production data pipelines and orchestration workflows that support billing, analytics, and operational reporting. This role is hands-on ...

Purple Drive Technologies

Senior Data Engineer

Irvine, CA · On-site

$113K - $154K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Location: Irvine, CA Job Type: Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking a highly ... Data Pipeline Architecture * Data Quality Frameworks * Scalability & Performance Optimization

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for senior data pipeline 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.

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To thrive as a Senior Data Pipeline Engineer, you need strong expertise in data engineering, programming (Python, Java, or Scala), and a solid understanding of ETL processes, often backed by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with big data tools such as Apache Spark, Kafka, Airflow, and cloud platforms like AWS or GCP, as well as relevant certifications, is typically required. Excellent problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills help you work effectively with cross-functional teams and address complex data challenges. These skills and qualifications are crucial for building robust, scalable, and efficient data pipelines that support critical business analytics and decision-making.

What are some typical challenges Senior Data Pipeline Engineers face when ensuring data quality and reliability?

Senior Data Pipeline Engineers frequently encounter challenges such as handling large volumes of diverse data, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery, and implementing robust monitoring to detect failures early. Managing data consistency across distributed systems and balancing real-time processing with batch workloads are also common hurdles. Collaborating closely with data scientists, analysts, and DevOps teams is essential to resolve data quality issues and maintain reliable pipelines in a dynamic environment.

What is a Senior Data Pipeline Engineer?

A Senior Data Pipeline Engineer is a highly skilled professional responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the systems that move and process large amounts of data within an organization. They ensure data is collected, transformed, and made available to analysts, data scientists, and business applications in a reliable and efficient manner. Senior engineers typically lead projects, mentor junior staff, and make critical decisions about data architecture and technology choices. Their work is essential for organizations that rely on data-driven insights and operations.
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Senior Data Pipeline Engineer

Senior Data Pipeline Engineer

CACI International, Inc.

Linthicum, MD • On-site

$113K - $237K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Senior Data Pipeline Engineer
Job Category: Engineering
Time Type: Full time
Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Employee Type: Regular
Percentage of Travel Required: None
Type of Travel: None
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The Opportunity
Join our dynamic team as we revolutionize enterprise security with our Secure the Enterprise initiative. We are seeking a skilled professional to help us transition from a manual system security evaluation and authorization process to a cutting-edge model that leverages automation, streamlined processes, continuous monitoring, and comprehensive network data gathering. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our organization's security posture and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities
  • Data Integration: Seamlessly integrate data with tools such as Amazon S3, MongoDB, Apache Spark, and Elasticsearch.
  • NiFi Cluster Optimization: Enhance NiFi cluster architecture, performance tuning, and data pipeline strategies.
  • Dataflow Design: Design, implement, and troubleshoot dataflows using Apache NiFi, including processors, connections, and templates.
  • Cloud Deployment: Deploy and manage NiFi in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and utilize cloud-native tools for data processing.
  • Infrastructure Management: Oversee continuous integration, environment configuration, and deployment while supporting project compliance and security.
  • Automation Delivery: Focus on delivering automation solutions that enable other teams to operate more efficiently.
  • Workflow Tracking: Experience tracking work through JIRA workflows.

Required Qualifications
  • Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph
  • Education and Experience
    • 12 years minimum experience with a high school diploma/GED.
    • 10 years minimum experience with an Associate's Degree.
    • 8 years minimum experience with a Bachelor's degree.
    • 6 years minimum experience with a Master's degree.
    • 4 years minimum experience with a Doctorate's degree.
    • All experience and education must be in a technical field directly related to the labor category and obtained from accredited institutions.
  • Linux System Administration: Experience with Centos7 or RedHat8.
  • NiFi Cluster Administration: Proven experience administering a NiFi cluster.
  • Containerization: Experience with Docker.
  • Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Terraform.
  • Apache NiFi Proficiency: Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and troubleshooting dataflows using Apache NiFi.
  • NiFi Expression Language: Strong understanding of leveraging NiFi Expression Language for dynamic dataflows.
  • Data Integration: Experience with tools like Amazon S3, MongoDB, Apache Spark, and Elasticsearch.
  • Performance Optimization: Knowledge of NiFi cluster architecture and performance tuning strategies.
  • Cloud Integration: Expertise in deploying and managing NiFi in cloud environments.
  • Scripting and Automation: Proficiency in scripting languages like Python, Groovy, or Bash.

Desired Qualifications
  • Cloud Hosting and Automation: Experience in cloud hosting and automation.
  • Agile Environment: Experience working in an Agile environment.

What You Can Expect:
A culture of integrity.
At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you'll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer's missions and driven by a higher purpose - to ensure the safety of our nation.
An environment of trust.
CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You'll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.
A focus on continuous growth.
Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground - in your career and in our legacy.
Pay Range:
There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.
The proposed salary range for this position is:
$113,200 - $237,800
CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

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