Data engineering is super hot right now, which means there are tons of job opportunities out there. In this piece, I want to explore career websites specifically for data engineers. We’ll dive into the main aspects of the data engineering roles currently available and what you’ll need to break into this field by 2025. This will be helpful for entry-level IT folks and mid-level software engineers looking to make a career switch.
Why data engineering?
Data engineering is a dynamic and highly rewarding field, offering the opportunity to engage with all aspects of data, from APIs and data connectors to data platforms, business intelligence, and a wide array of tools available in the market.
The role is very secure, as the ongoing generation of data by businesses ensures a continuous demand for data engineers. This role is also closely intertwined with machine learning (ML), as you’ll be responsible for creating and deploying various data and ML pipelines. So it won’t be boring!
The field is far from mundane and offers lucrative compensation. The high pay reflects the complexity of building robust data platforms. It begins with gathering requirements and designing the system, demanding…