Data Engineer Jobs in Colorado
Data Engineer jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Boulder, and Colorado Springs, where companies like Lockheed Martin, Palantir, and Charter Communications maintain large technology operations and hire data engineers across seniority levels from junior to principal. Demand is especially strong for engineers with expertise in cloud data infrastructure, real-time streaming pipelines, and analytics engineering on platforms like Snowflake and dbt. Colorado's aerospace, telecommunications, and financial technology sectors have made it one of the more active hiring markets for this role in the Mountain West. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help.
You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles. You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
As a Controls Colo Engineer, you will work with internal business teams and with colocation vendors to identify, document, and resolve any operational/design deficiencies which could impact a site’s capability or availability. You will provide full life-cycle support to Data Centers from design inception through site improvement and maintenance. You will be the ‘go to’ engineering resource when technical advice is needed, and will use your subject matter expertise and engage with diverse teams to:
- Work in close relationship with the control team of DCE Colocation Design and Standards (CoDeS) to develop and implement new and existing standards.
- Perform design and equipment submittal review for Controls for new Colo Data Centers in the region in order to ensure consistent standards across Colocation Data Centers and AWS owned sites.
- Review and Identify risks within the scope of Building Management System (BMS) and Electrical Power Monitoring System (EPMS) for in-flight AWS Colo Data Centers.
- Review and identify risks within automation controls drawings and wiring diagrams, the controls logic programming and the graphical user interface.
- Review and accept proposed changes to the site-specific control infrastructure against AWS Data Center standards, and document accepted deviations when appropriate.
- Review Colo and Hybrid controls sequence of operation and provide feedback to design.
- Support the design for existing Colo Data Center control system upgrades and design-solutions, which add capacity, improve availability, and increase efficiency.
- Troubleshoot, conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and create Corrective Action (CA) documentation for site/equipment failures related to control equipment.
- Conduct site audits of Colo Data Centers, including producing reports outlining risks with recommended mitigations and remediation.
- Support construction, commissioning, and turnover for Controls for any new construction projects (could be remote with local Colo Engineer presence).
- Lead internal team training and knowledge sharing sessions on Colo controls.
- Review and improve controls related processes, including quick reference guides for the team.
Key job responsibilities
Amazon's vision is to be the world's most customer-centric company, and this role is key to that vision. As a Controls Engineer, you will be leading projects to fit out the data centers we support to meet ever-evolving customer needs as we continue expanding our fleet to hyper-scale.
As an ideal candidate, you:
- Possess Strong Engineering judgment and are able to provide recommendations despite uncertainty
- Detail- and data oriented
- Have experience managing engineering projects and consultants.
- Build trust and relationships with different stakeholders (e.g., Business Development, Operations, Commissioning)
- Be inclined to get into the field to see things up close.
About the team
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Here at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.
We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- 4+ years of industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities experience
- 4+ years of commissioning experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Experience in industrial or commercial engineering in mission critical facilities including but not limited to: data centers, power generation or oil and gas facilities
- Experience researching new designs, technologies, and construction methods of data center equipment and facilities
- Experience in commissioning
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Professional Engineer License
- Experience with building codes and regulations for your region
- Experience carrying design concepts through exploration, development, and into deployment or mass production
- Experience reading, interpreting, and creating construction drawings, specifications, and submittal documents
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CO, Denver - 116,800.00 - 160,000.00 USD annually
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data engineer jobs across Colorado.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, statistics, or a related technical field
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one scripting language such as Python or Scala
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines using tools like Apache Spark or Airflow
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud and their managed data services
- Experience with data warehousing solutions including Snowflake, BigQuery, or Redshift
- Strong understanding of data modeling concepts, ETL design patterns, and data quality practices
Data Engineer Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data engineer in Colorado?
Data engineering has no state-issued license or registration requirement in Colorado, so the path focuses on education and demonstrated technical skills. Most Colorado employers look for a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, though strong candidates also come from bootcamps paired with a portfolio of pipeline projects. Building experience with cloud platforms used heavily by Colorado's aerospace and tech sectors, such as AWS and Azure, strengthens a candidacy considerably.
Which companies hire data engineers in Colorado?
Colorado data engineer roles are posted by HDR, Blue Origin, and Deloitte and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Colorado's mix of aerospace primes, telecommunications firms, and financial technology companies means openings appear across a wider range of industries than in purely software-focused markets.
Which Colorado cities have the most data engineer jobs?
Denver, Colorado Springs, and Boulder account for the largest share of data engineer openings in Colorado. Denver drives the bulk of demand as the state's primary corporate and technology hub, while Boulder's concentration of software and research organizations adds a steady stream of roles, and Colorado Springs benefits from defense and government contractors that rely on data infrastructure teams.
Are there remote data engineer jobs in Colorado?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 79% of data engineer openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how well the work translates to distributed teams. Pipeline development, data modeling, and analytics engineering are the sub-areas most commonly posted as fully remote, while roles tied to on-premises government or defense environments tend to require at least partial on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a data engineer in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving into data engineering from an adjacent role such as data analyst, business intelligence developer, or software developer, since Colorado employers like Palantir, Dish Network, and Charter Communications regularly post associate and junior data roles that value existing technical fundamentals over direct pipeline experience. Building a portfolio of public projects using dbt, Airflow, or a cloud data warehouse and earning a vendor certification from AWS or Google Cloud gives candidates without a formal data engineering title a concrete edge in Colorado applications.
Where can I find and apply to data engineer jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to data engineer jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience level, specialization, and preferred location within Colorado, then apply directly to the ones that match.
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