Overview
Data Engineer Salary Overview
- Bottom 25% Average
$16,015
Early-stage startups
- Middle 50% Average
$68,558
Growth companies
- Top 25% Average
$48,663,550
Late-stage/public companies
Data Engineers at SaaS companies earn an average of $12,732,567, with typical salaries ranging from $36,612 to $128,700. Based on 69 real salary data points from SaaS companies.
Quartile bands
Detailed Data Engineer Compensation Breakdown
Top 25%
$48,663,550
18 salaries
Middle 50%
$68,558
34 salaries
Bottom 25%
$16,015
17 salaries
Percentile Band | Average Base Salary | # of salaries |
|---|---|---|
| Top 25% | $48,663,550 | 18 salaries |
| Middle 50% | $68,558 | 34 salaries |
| Bottom 25% | $16,015 | 17 salaries |
Key insights
What Drives Higher Data Engineer Pay?
Years of experience and proven track record
Company stage and funding (later stage typically pays more)
Technical expertise and specialization
Location and remote work policies
Data Engineer Compensation Structure
Base salary is primary component
Equity grants common at growth-stage companies
Performance bonuses typically 10-20% of base
Benefits packages vary by company stage
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