Data Engineer Jobs in Florida
Data Engineer jobs in Florida are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in financial services, healthcare, logistics, and aerospace across entry-level through senior roles. Miami, Tampa, and Orlando lead in openings, where established employers like Citigroup, AdventHealth, and Lockheed Martin regularly bring on data engineers. The most sought-after specializations in the Florida market include cloud data pipeline development, real-time analytics, and data platform engineering for regulated industries. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K match, PTO, Sick Time, 10 Paid Holidays, Remote work opportunities
What you'll do at Cascade:
Serve the American Dream Through Attainable Home Ownership.
How you will do it:
- Developing in-depth understanding of data structures and information content.
- Selecting, Deploying, & Managing the systems and infrastructure required for a data processing pipeline in support of the project's requirements.
- Investigating, Creating, & Maintaining data flows, data content, data element definitions with a goal of enterprise Master data integration.
- Implementing & Cleansing Strong knowledge of Master Data, with technical implementation experience of data cleansing, de-duplication and management.
- Understanding Bring data management experience, including an understanding of concepts, practices, procedures and tools - providing strong analytical, innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
- Developing Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools to create, optimize, debug, and validate production-ready SQL and Python scripts.
- Communicating Bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills (personal, written and presentation) and work cross-functionally with IT and non-IT staff.
- Determining Technical breath in data profiling from different sources and determine whether and how data can support business and data requirements of its intended use.
- Understanding Technical understanding of data models, data standards, and business glossary.
- Developing & maintaining common business definitions and metadata criteria for consistent metrics reporting across the enterprise.
- Designing the architecture for our new data & analytics platform to support analytics and data science / machine learning.
- Recommending & implementing patterns and best practices for data engineering.
- Ensuring quality processes are built into the design of the platform.
- Understanding the architectural difference between solution approaches and communicating the advantages/disadvantages of your recommendation to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Developing complex SQL queries to obtain data from our source systems.
- Performing data validation and quality assurance to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Collaborating with IT and business partners to identify data sources and align data domains to authoritative sources of data.
- Enforcing Tactical enforcement of Data Governance policies and rules.
- Researching new technologies while keeping up-to-date with technological developments in relevant areas of Data Governance, Master Data, and Data Quality.
What you will need to join Cascade:
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Business, Math or related field. Masters preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in information technology.
- At least 3 years of data architecture experience.
- At least 3 years of experience programming in one of the following high-level programming languages: Java, c++ or c#.
- At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS and related technologies.
- Preferred experience with JavaJet2 Preferred experience with Microsoft Azure BI and Analytics Stack including Azure SQL and related
- - technologies.
- Practical experience in participating in and running data management programs.
- Experience with enterprise data management technologies including data warehouses, ETL tools, SQL, and master data management solutions.
About Cascade & Our Culture:
Since opening our doors in 1999, Cascade Financial Services has grown to become one of the most trusted lenders in Attainable Housing. Our goal is to help thousands of families realize the dream of home ownership by offering mortgage loan solutions customized to the manufactured housing marketplace leveraging state-of-the-art business automation coupled with the most skilled professionals in the industry.
The Cascade culture lives in our team members!!! We are focused and dedicated to developing and providing a platform for growth. We are proud of the team that we've built and are looking for great people who will embrace our values and contribute to them: T.I.E.S. Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Service. We believe in work/life balance and a positive/family-like work environment. Together, we will continue to lead the way and make a difference.
Join our team and assist us to Serve the American Dream Through Attainable Home Ownership.
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K match, PTO, Sick Time, 10 Paid Holidays, Remote work opportunities
What you'll do at Cascade:
Serve the American Dream Through Attainable Home Ownership.
How you will do it:
- Developing in-depth understanding of data structures and information content.
- Selecting, Deploying, & Managing the systems and infrastructure required for a data processing pipeline in support of the project's requirements.
- Investigating, Creating, & Maintaining data flows, data content, data element definitions with a goal of enterprise Master data integration.
- Implementing & Cleansing Strong knowledge of Master Data, with technical implementation experience of data cleansing, de-duplication and management.
- Understanding Bring data management experience, including an understanding of concepts, practices, procedures and tools - providing strong analytical, innovative and creative problem-solving skills.
- Developing Demonstrated experience using AI-assisted development tools to create, optimize, debug, and validate production-ready SQL and Python scripts.
- Communicating Bring excellent interpersonal and communication skills (personal, written and presentation) and work cross-functionally with IT and non-IT staff.
- Determining Technical breath in data profiling from different sources and determine whether and how data can support business and data requirements of its intended use.
- Understanding Technical understanding of data models, data standards, and business glossary.
- Developing & maintaining common business definitions and metadata criteria for consistent metrics reporting across the enterprise.
- Designing the architecture for our new data & analytics platform to support analytics and data science / machine learning.
- Recommending & implementing patterns and best practices for data engineering.
- Ensuring quality processes are built into the design of the platform.
- Understanding the architectural difference between solution approaches and communicating the advantages/disadvantages of your recommendation to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Developing complex SQL queries to obtain data from our source systems.
- Performing data validation and quality assurance to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
- Collaborating with IT and business partners to identify data sources and align data domains to authoritative sources of data.
- Enforcing Tactical enforcement of Data Governance policies and rules.
- Researching new technologies while keeping up-to-date with technological developments in relevant areas of Data Governance, Master Data, and Data Quality.
What you will need to join Cascade:
- BS/BA in Computer Science, Business, Math or related field. Masters preferred.
- At least 5 years of experience in information technology.
- At least 3 years of data architecture experience.
- At least 3 years of experience programming in one of the following high-level programming languages: Java, c++ or c#.
- At least 3 years of experience with Microsoft SQL, SSIS, SSRS, SSAS and related technologies.
- Preferred experience with JavaJet2 Preferred experience with Microsoft Azure BI and Analytics Stack including Azure SQL and related
- - technologies.
- Practical experience in participating in and running data management programs.
- Experience with enterprise data management technologies including data warehouses, ETL tools, SQL, and master data management solutions.
About Cascade & Our Culture:
Since opening our doors in 1999, Cascade Financial Services has grown to become one of the most trusted lenders in Attainable Housing. Our goal is to help thousands of families realize the dream of home ownership by offering mortgage loan solutions customized to the manufactured housing marketplace leveraging state-of-the-art business automation coupled with the most skilled professionals in the industry.
The Cascade culture lives in our team members!!! We are focused and dedicated to developing and providing a platform for growth. We are proud of the team that we've built and are looking for great people who will embrace our values and contribute to them: T.I.E.S. Teamwork, Integrity, Excellence, and Service. We believe in work/life balance and a positive/family-like work environment. Together, we will continue to lead the way and make a difference.
Join our team and assist us to Serve the American Dream Through Attainable Home Ownership.
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Data Engineer Job Market in Florida
A snapshot from current Florida openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
- Banking & Financial Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
- Manufacturing
What Florida Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in data engineer jobs across Florida.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field required
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language such as Python or Scala
- Hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines and ETL workflows
- Familiarity with cloud platforms including AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure
- Experience with distributed data processing frameworks such as Apache Spark or Kafka
- Strong communication skills to collaborate with analytics, product, and business teams
Data Engineer Jobs in Florida: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a data engineer in Florida?
Florida does not require a state-issued license to work as a data engineer, so the path centers on education and demonstrated technical skill. Most Florida employers expect a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field, though strong candidates with associate degrees and verifiable project portfolios do get hired. Certifications from cloud providers like AWS or Google Cloud carry real weight with Florida's finance, healthcare, and aerospace employers, and completing a capstone or portfolio project tied to a Florida industry dataset helps candidates stand out.
Which companies hire data engineers in Florida?
Employers hiring data engineers in Florida right now include Northrop Grumman, Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG), and Citi, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Florida's mix of large financial institutions in Miami, major hospital networks statewide, and defense and aerospace contractors along the Space Coast means consistent demand for data engineers with experience in regulated data environments.
Which Florida cities have the most data engineer jobs?
Tampa, Miami, and Orlando have the most data engineer openings in Florida. Miami's concentration of global banks, fintech firms, and insurance companies drives most of the high-volume hiring, while Tampa's growing tech sector and healthcare anchor employers add steady openings, and Orlando's blend of hospitality analytics, simulation, and defense contracting creates demand for data engineers with specialized domain experience.
Are there remote data engineer jobs in Florida?
Yes, and more than most fields. Data engineering is primarily desk-based and cloud-connected, making it one of the more remote-compatible roles in the technology space. About 67% of data engineer openings tied to Florida are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how broadly Florida companies have adopted distributed engineering teams. Pipeline development, cloud infrastructure work, and analytics platform maintenance are the functions most commonly offered on a fully remote basis.
How can I get hired as a data engineer in Florida with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is landing a junior data analyst or business intelligence developer role at a Florida employer and moving into data engineering from there as you build pipeline and cloud skills. Large Florida hospital networks, regional banks, and logistics companies frequently hire associate-level data or reporting analysts who transition into engineering roles within one to two years. Building a portfolio that demonstrates ETL work or cloud data architecture, even from personal or academic projects, is the credential that most consistently opens doors when a formal degree or work history is limited.
Where can I find and apply to data engineer jobs in Florida?
You can find and apply to data engineer jobs in Florida on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, preferred location, and technical focus, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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