Data Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Virginia

Data Infrastructure Engineer jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, concentrated in federal defense contracting, cybersecurity, financial services, and cloud computing, with openings at every level from entry-level data operations roles through senior principal engineers. The heaviest hiring is in Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads area, where employers like Leidos, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Capital One maintain large engineering operations. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia are distributed systems, cloud-native pipeline architecture, and data platform reliability. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles23
Top employerAmazon
Top cityHerndon, VA
Cities hiring7
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Wells Fargo
Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Data Center
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Senior Infrastructure Engineer - Data Center
Wells Fargo
Sterling, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Science
$104k - $168k/yr
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Sourcing Recruiter I, AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) - Data Center Hiring
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Sourcing Recruiter I, AWS Infrastructure Services (AIS) - Data Center Hiring
Amazon.com
Arlington, Virginia
Data Analytics
Data Science
$57k - $99k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Amazon.com
Technical Infrastructure Program Manager I , Data Center Power Utilization Management & Planning (PUMP - SoapStone)
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Technical Infrastructure Program Manager I , Data Center Power Utilization Management & Planning (PUMP - SoapStone)
Amazon.com
Herndon, Virginia
Administrative & Office Support
Program Management
Project Management
$95k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Meta
Generator Engineer, Data Center Infrastructure
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Generator Engineer, Data Center Infrastructure
Meta
Reston, Virginia
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$170k - $234k/yr
10,000+

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Amazon Web Services
Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure Remediation, AMER Data Center Risk Program
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Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure Remediation, AMER Data Center Risk Program
Amazon Web Services
Herndon, Virginia
Compliance & Risk
Cybersecurity
Security & Protective Services
$149k - $201k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering

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Data Infrastructure Engineer Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Herndon
11 jobs
Ashburn
4 jobs
Reston
2 jobs
Arlington
2 jobs
Richmond
1 job
Sterling
1 job
Fredericksburg
1 job

Data Infrastructure Engineer Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Amazon
    Amazon13
  • Meta
    Meta2
  • ByteDance
    ByteDance2
  • NTT Global Data Centers Americas
    NTT Global Data Centers Americas2
  • Netskope
    Netskope1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Retail
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Cybersecurity

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data infrastructure engineer jobs across Virginia.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related engineering field
  • Hands-on experience designing and maintaining large-scale data pipelines or distributed storage systems
  • Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform
  • Experience with orchestration tools including Apache Kafka, Apache Spark, or Airflow
  • Active or obtainable security clearance for roles with Virginia's federal contracting employers
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible in production environments

Data Infrastructure Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data infrastructure engineer in Virginia?

Virginia does not require a state-issued license to work as a data infrastructure engineer. The standard path is a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering, followed by hands-on experience with data platforms and cloud environments. Many Virginia employers, particularly federal contractors, expect candidates to hold or qualify for a security clearance, so a clean background and U.S. citizenship are practical prerequisites in a large share of postings. Industry certifications from AWS, Google Cloud, or Microsoft Azure strengthen candidacy significantly.

How much do data infrastructure engineers make in Virginia?

Data infrastructure engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $160,360 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $105,210 for the lowest 10% to over $210,160 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data infrastructure engineers in Virginia?

Employers hiring data infrastructure engineers in Virginia right now include Amazon, Meta, and ByteDance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Virginia's concentration of federal agencies and defense contractors means a large portion of these openings sit within cleared or clearance-eligible programs, particularly in the Northern Virginia corridor.

Which Virginia cities have the most data infrastructure engineer jobs?

Herndon, Ashburn, and Reston account for the largest share of data infrastructure engineer openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia's density of federal agencies, cloud data centers, and defense contractors drives the volume there, while Richmond's growing financial technology and healthcare IT sectors support consistent demand, and Hampton Roads benefits from Navy and DoD-linked infrastructure programs that require dedicated data engineering support.

Are there remote data infrastructure engineer jobs in Virginia?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 20% of data infrastructure engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on cloud platforms and automated pipelines rather than on-site hardware. The pipeline development, platform monitoring, and orchestration-layer portions of the role transfer most readily to remote arrangements, while roles tied to classified government networks typically require on-site presence.

How can I get hired as a data infrastructure engineer in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a data engineering associate or junior data operations role, which large Virginia employers such as Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Capital One post regularly for candidates coming out of computer science or information systems programs. Many federal contractors in Northern Virginia offer rotational technology programs for new graduates. Building a portfolio that demonstrates a working ETL pipeline, cloud storage configuration, or containerized data service on a public repository gives candidates a concrete advantage, as does earning an entry-level cloud certification before applying.

Where can I find and apply to data infrastructure engineer jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to data infrastructure engineer jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across industries and experience levels. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to the ones that match.

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