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Data engineer salary in Lincoln, NE

How much does a Data Engineer make in Lincoln, NE?

Average base salary

$131,317
same
as national average
Average $131,317
Low $103,982
High $165,839
Non-cash benefit
401(k)
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The average salary for a data engineer is $131,317 per year in Lincoln, NE. 3 salaries reported, updated at March 31, 2023

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Salaries by years of experience in Lincoln, NE

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1 to 2 years
3 to 5 years
6 to 9 years
More than 10 years
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Top companies for Data Engineers in Lincoln, NE

  1. Fidelity TalentSource
    3.7
    141 reviews40 salaries reported
    $245,557per year
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Highest paying cities for Data Engineers near Lincoln, NE

  1. Washington, DC
    $161,074 per year
    313 salaries reported
  2. San Francisco, CA
    $154,680 per year
    240 salaries reported
  3. McLean, VA
    $142,798 per year
    24 salaries reported
  1. San Jose, CA
    $141,617 per year
    56 salaries reported
  2. New York, NY
    $133,925 per year
    601 salaries reported
  3. Boston, MA
    $133,754 per year
    235 salaries reported
  1. Chicago, IL
    $127,747 per year
    262 salaries reported
  2. Omaha, NE
    $127,624 per year
    32 salaries reported
  3. Papillion, NE
    $118,567 per year
    5 salaries reported
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Where can a Data Engineer earn more?

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Best-paid skills and qualifications for Data Engineers

Most recommended certification

CAP

(earn +41.93% more)

The jobs requiring this certification have increase by 20.00% since 2018. Data Engineers with this certification earn +41.93% more than the average base salary, which is $131,317 per year.

Job Trend
YearNumber of job openings on Indeed requiring this certificationChange from previous year
20171increase by 1
20185increase by 400.00%
20196increase by 20.00%

Top companies hiring Data Engineers with the recommended certification

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Top schools offering CAP

PMI Michigan Thumb Chapter

Top skills
Java
+10.38%salary

More critical skills and qualifications that pay well

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Most common benefits for Data Engineers

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • AD&D insurance
  • Adoption assistance
  • Commuter assistance
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Flexible schedule
  • Flexible spending account
  • Gym membership
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Paid sick time
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Professional development assistance
  • Profit sharing
  • Referral program
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Stock options
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Unlimited paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Work from home
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Salary satisfaction

Based on 568 ratings

69% of Data Engineers in the United States think their salaries are enough for the cost of living in their area.

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How much do similar professions get paid in Lincoln, NE?

Software Engineer

72 job openings

Average $88,458 per year

Business Intelligence Developer

8 job openings

Average $70,965 per year

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Common questions about salaries for a Data Engineer

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