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Data Engineer salaries range from $170K (Mid) to $230K (Staff), based on 726 public job postings (2025–2026).
Complete salary progression from Mid to Staff. Based on 726 public job postings.
| Level | Median | Range | Postings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid | $170K | $125K–$220K | 297 |
| Senior | $200K | $160K–$240K | 308 |
| Staff | $230K | $194K–$268K | 121 |
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Data Engineer salaries range from $170K at the Mid level to $230K at the Staff level, based on 726 public job postings.
A Staff Data Engineer earns a median of $230K, which is $30K (+15%) more than a Senior Data Engineer at $200K.
Most Senior Data Engineer roles at AI-native and high-growth companies require 5–8 years of experience. Staff-level roles typically require 8–12+ years.
Public job postings on company career pages — no private placement or client data. Minimum 15 postings required per level.
USD base salary aggregated from 726 public job postings (2025–2026). Range = 25th–75th percentile; median = 50th percentile. Minimum 15 postings required per level. Last refreshed June 10, 2026.
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