Data · National (US)
Analytics Engineer Salary
Analytics engineering emerged to fill the gap between data engineers who move data and analysts who consume it. The role is defined by transformation code, testing and documentation rather than infrastructure.
- 25th percentile
- $112k
- Median
- $142k
- 75th percentile
- $176k
- 90th percentile
- $212k
By level
Compensation by level
| Level | Experience | P25 | Median | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | 0–2 yrs | $88k | $104k | $140k |
| Mid | 2–5 yrs | $112k | $136k | $180k |
| Senior | 5+ yrs | $148k | $176k | $238k |
Core skills
dbtAdvanced SQLDimensional modellingData testing and documentationBI tool administration
Typical responsibilities
- Own the transformation layer and its tests
- Define and document metrics
- Support self-serve analytics
- Review analytical code
Equity
Equity is typical at technology employers, usually below software engineering bands.
Bonus
Bonus targets of 8–12%.