Engineering jobs are in high demand with workers receiving generous compensation packages and bonuses. Engineering offers ample opportunity for growth and development with transferable skills across an array of fields from software, supply chain and logistics to aerospace. Most roles require at least a bachelor’s degree. To remain competitive, job-seekers should consider specialization or skill-specific programs such as coding boot-camps or certifications.
Top paying industries
The top 5 paying industries for Senior Data Engineer in United States are Personal Consumer Services with a median total pay of $189,241, Restaurants & Food Service with a median total pay of $187,177, Information Technology with a median total pay of $179,112, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation with a median total pay of $178,705, and Media & Communication with a median total pay of $174,075.
Frequently asked questions about Senior Data Engineer salaries
The average salary for Senior Data Engineer is $175,976 per year or $85 per hour, with top earners making up to $267,785 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $142,409 (25th percentile) to $220,149 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 8827 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Senior Data Engineer employees.
The highest salary for Senior Data Engineer is $220,149 per year, $18,346 per month or $106 per hour.
The lowest salary for Senior Data Engineer is $142,409 per year, $11,867 per month or $68 per hour.
The salary trajectory of Senior Data Engineer ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $129,460 per year (estimate) and goes up to $286,157 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.
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