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Streaming Data Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Data Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

Be a part of a DevOps team that completely owns and supports their product Implement batch and streaming data pipelines using cloud technologies * Leads development of coding standards, best ...

Data Engineer with Security Clearance

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

The Data Engineer will work with and analyze our client's challenges and provide solutions by designing and implementing batch and streaming data pipelines. What You Must Have * Active TS/SCI with ...

Data Engineer with Security Clearance

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$118K - $142K/yr

The Data Engineer will work with and analyze our client's challenges and provide solutions by designing and implementing batch and streaming data pipelines. What You Must Have * Active TS/SCI with ...

NOSQL Data Engineer

Seattle, WA · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

... with streaming/data messaging frameworks (e.g., Apache Kafka, AWS Kinesis, Apache Flink, Spark Streaming). • Proficiency in software engineering languages (Java, Python, or Scala). • Strong ...

Sr Data Engineer

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$119K - $143K/yr

Senior Data Engineer Locations: Minneapolis, MN / Plano, TX Onsite Experience: 10+ years Role ... Experience designing scalable batch and streaming data pipelines. * Knowledge of Medallion ...

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GCP Data Engineer

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$117K - $140K/yr

Senior GCP Data Engineer Location:Remote Experience: 8+ years Our client is looking for an ... Build batch and streaming solutions using Dataflow, Pub/Sub, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Dataproc, and ...

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Sr. Data Engineer (AI + AWS)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$122K - $147K/yr

Build and optimize data ingestion frameworks for structured, semi-structured, and streaming data. * Collaborate with Data Scientists and AI Engineers to prepare, transform, and deliver high-quality ...

Data Engineer - Expert

Herndon, VA · On-site

$165K - $200K/yr

Enterprise data strategy, conceptual-to-physical data modeling, and streaming data schema contracts ... Programming & Scripting: Mastery of Python, Scala, SQL, and Go for high-performance data platform ...

Data Engineer - Expert

Chantilly, VA · Hybrid

$165K - $200K/yr

Enterprise data strategy, conceptual-to-physical data modeling, and streaming data schema contracts ... Programming & Scripting: Mastery of Python, Scala, SQL, and Go for high-performance data platform ...

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Data Engineer - Expert

Chantilly, VA · Hybrid

$165K - $200K/yr

Enterprise data strategy, conceptual-to-physical data modeling, and streaming data schema contracts ... Programming & Scripting: Mastery of Python, Scala, SQL, and Go for high-performance data platform ...

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Data Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$117K - $140K/yr

Vision insurance Seeking a Data Engineer responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining ... Experience with streaming data pipelines. * Experience supporting enterprise data governance. This ...

Data Engineer III

Rosslyn, VA · On-site

$130K - $156K/yr

Design, build, and maintain batch and streaming data pipelines using modern data engineering tools and frameworks * Develop and optimize data models, data integration processes, and transformation ...

AI Data Engineer

Redmond, WA · On-site

$128K - $154K/yr

Leverage modern data engineering practices and frameworks with an object-oriented approach to ... event streaming data on Cloud Data Platforms using modern tools like Spark, and airflow; Azure ...

Lead Data Engineer

Plano, TX

$109K - $131K/yr

Build the next generation Distributed Streaming Data Pipelines and Analytics Data Stores using streaming frameworks (Flink, Spark Streaming) using programming languages like Java, Scala, Python

Lead Data Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Build the next generation Distributed Streaming Data Pipelines and Analytics Data Stores using streaming frameworks (Flink, Spark Streaming) using programming languages like Java, Scala, Python

Lead Data Engineer

Plano, TX · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Build the next generation Distributed Streaming Data Pipelines and Analytics Data Stores using streaming frameworks (Flink, Spark Streaming) using programming languages like Java, Scala, Python

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How much do streaming data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for streaming data engineer in the United States is $129,716.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $114,500.00 and $137,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a streaming data engineer do?

A Streaming Data Engineer designs, builds, and maintains real-time data pipelines that process continuous data streams. They work with technologies like Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or Spark Streaming to handle large-scale data ingestion and transformation. Their role involves ensuring low-latency data processing, optimizing system performance, and integrating with data lakes or warehouses. They collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and DevOps teams to enable real-time analytics and decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a streaming data engineer?

To thrive as a Streaming Data Engineer, you need expertise in real-time data processing, programming (often in Java, Scala, or Python), and a solid understanding of distributed computing principles, typically supported by a degree in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or Spark Streaming, and experience with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, are commonly required, with certifications in relevant technologies being a plus. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts make someone stand out in this position. These skills are crucial for efficiently building, optimizing, and maintaining robust streaming data pipelines in dynamic and collaborative environments.

What is a streaming data engineer?

A streaming data engineer designs, builds, and maintains systems that process real-time data streams using tools like Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or Spark Streaming. They focus on ensuring low-latency data flow, data integrity, and scalability for applications that require immediate data analysis and decision-making.
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Infographic showing various Streaming Data Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,716 per year, or $62.4 per hour.

Data Engineer

Staffingine LLC

Dallas, TX • On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

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Job description

Job Title: Data Engineer
Job Location: Dallas, TX
Job Type: Contract

Job Description:

  • This list is intended to reflect the current job but there may be additional essential functions (and certainly non-essential job functions) that are not referenced.
  • Management will modify the job or require other tasks be performed whenever it is deemed appropriate to do so, observing, of course, any legal obligations including any collective bargaining obligations.
  • Work closely with source data application teams and product owners to design, implement and support analytics solutions that provide insights to make better decisions
    Implement data migration and data engineering solutions using Azure products and services: (Azure Data Lake Storage, Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Event Hub, Azure Stream Analytics, Azure Databricks, etc.) and traditional data warehouse tools
    Perform multiple aspects involved in the development lifecycle – design, cloud engineering (Infrastructure, network, security, and administration), ingestion, preparation, data modeling, testing, CICD pipelines, performance tuning, deployments, consumption, BI, alerting, prod support
  • Provide technical leadership and collaborate within a team environment as well as work independently
  • Be a part of a DevOps team that completely owns and supports their product
    Implement batch and streaming data pipelines using cloud technologies
  • Leads development of coding standards, best practices and privacy and security guidelines
  • Mentors' others on technical and domain skills to create multi-functional teams
    All you'll need for success