Data Platform Engineer Jobs in Ohio

Data Platform Engineer jobs in Ohio are in active demand, concentrated in financial services, healthcare systems, manufacturing technology, and logistics, with openings at every level from junior engineers to principal architects. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati are the primary hiring centers, where employers like Nationwide, Progressive, and Kroger Technology maintain established engineering teams that rely on data platform expertise. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio listings include cloud data infrastructure, real-time pipeline development, and data lakehouse architecture. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles6
Top employerWasserstrom
Top cityColumbus, OH
Cities hiring5
Work type33% Remote
Top credentialBachelor's degree

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The J. M. Smucker Company
Data Architect, Enterprise Data Platform
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The J. M. Smucker Company
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Data Architect, Enterprise Data Platform
The J. M. Smucker Company
Orrville, Ohio
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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JACK Entertainment
Data Platform Engineer
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JACK Entertainment
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Data Platform Engineer
JACK Entertainment
Cleveland, Ohio
Customer Service & Support
Customer Support
Technical Program Management
$49k - $147k/yr
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Avery Dennison
Principal Enterprise Data Platform Architect
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Avery Dennison
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Principal Enterprise Data Platform Architect
Avery Dennison
Mentor, Ohio
Cloud Architecture
Network Engineering
Solutions Architecture
$142k - $212k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree
10,000+

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Wasserstrom
Data Platform Engineer - (onsite) Columbus, Ohio - NOT ACCEPTING AGENCY CANDIDATES
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Wasserstrom
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Data Platform Engineer - (onsite) Columbus, Ohio - NOT ACCEPTING AGENCY CANDIDATES
Wasserstrom
Columbus, Ohio
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in engineering
1,001-5,000

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RevSpring, Inc
Senior Software Engineer- Data Platform
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RevSpring, Inc
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Senior Software Engineer- Data Platform
RevSpring, Inc
Columbus, Ohio
Frontend Engineering
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Data Platform Engineer Jobs by City in Ohio

Where Ohio roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Columbus
2 jobs
Mentor
1 job
Orrville
1 job
Cleveland
1 job
New Bremen
1 job

Data Platform Engineer Job Market in Ohio

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

Who's Hiring

Wasserstrom
Wasserstrom1 open role
Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison1 open role
RevSpring
RevSpring1 open role

What Ohio Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in data platform engineer jobs across Ohio.

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, data engineering, or a closely related technical field
  • Hands-on experience building and maintaining data pipelines using tools such as Apache Spark or Kafka
  • Proficiency with cloud data platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud in production environments
  • Strong command of SQL and at least one scripting language such as Python or Scala
  • Experience with data warehousing solutions like Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery in enterprise settings
  • Familiarity with orchestration frameworks such as Apache Airflow or dbt for workflow automation

Data Platform Engineer Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a data platform engineer in Ohio?

Ohio does not require a state-issued license or registration to work as a data platform engineer. The typical path starts with a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or data engineering, followed by hands-on experience with cloud platforms and pipeline tools. Ohio employers, particularly in Columbus's tech corridor and Cleveland's healthcare-adjacent IT sector, value demonstrated project work, vendor certifications from AWS or Microsoft Azure, and familiarity with enterprise data governance practices.

How much do data platform engineers make in Ohio?

Data platform engineers in Ohio earn a median of about $132,910 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $94,530 for the lowest 10% to over $174,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire data platform engineers in Ohio?

Employers hiring data platform engineers in Ohio right now include Wasserstrom, Avery Dennison, and RevSpring, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's concentration of large insurance carriers, regional banks, and integrated health systems means demand for data platform engineers remains consistent across both established enterprises and their technology subsidiaries.

Which Ohio cities have the most data platform engineer jobs?

Columbus, Mentor, and Orrville have the most data platform engineer openings in Ohio. Columbus leads due to its density of insurance, financial services, and retail technology headquarters, while Cleveland's large healthcare networks and Cleveland Clinic's analytics division drive significant demand, and Cincinnati's consumer goods and logistics companies anchor hiring in the southwest corner of the state.

Are there remote data platform engineer jobs in Ohio?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 67% of data platform engineer openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how fully desk-based and tool-driven this work is. Pipeline development, cloud infrastructure management, and data modeling are the parts of the role most consistently offered as fully remote, particularly at Ohio-headquartered companies with distributed engineering teams.

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

The most realistic entry path is a junior or associate data engineer role, which Ohio employers in Columbus and Cleveland post regularly for candidates who can demonstrate a portfolio of pipeline or ETL projects built with open-source tools. Nationwide, Huntington Bancshares, and large regional health systems run structured new-grad hiring programs that place candidates with relevant coursework into data or analytics engineering rotations. Transitioning from a database administrator, business intelligence analyst, or analytics engineer position is a common lateral move, and an AWS Cloud Practitioner or Databricks Fundamentals credential gives early-career candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to data platform engineer jobs in Ohio?

You can find and apply to data platform engineer jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings from employers across Columbus, Cleveland, Cincinnati, and beyond. Find roles that fit your experience and apply directly to each one.

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