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Hire elite Data Engineers in 22 days. Only interview talent pre-vetted for skill, experience, and cultural fit. We handle everything else.

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Why Hire Data Engineers in LatAm?

Hot Spot for Data Talent

LatAm has a booming data ecosystem with millions of skilled Data Engineers.

US Time Zones

LatAm data engineers work during US working hours, making collaboration seamless. You’re hiring teammates, not offshore resources.

Seamless Work Culture

Near’s proven hiring process delivers candidates who are both a cultural and professional fit—helping you boost retention and build stronger teams.

Strong English

We don’t just screen for skills. We ensure all candidates have strong English proficiency.

Lower Operational Costs

LatAm salaries are 30-70% below US market. Hire the top 1% while keeping your hiring budget in check. It’s a win-win situation.

Top-Caliber Candidates in 3 Days.

160k+ pre-vetted candidate pool

We handpick the top 3 for your role based on skill, experience, and culture fit. In 3 days, interview candidates with track records at companies like:

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Hire LatAm's Top 1% Data Engineers in 22 Days

Join 950+ fast-growing US companies building high-performing teams with top LatAm talent—while cutting hiring costs by up to 70%. Hire smarter. Start your search today.

LatAm Data Engineer Salaries and Skills by Experience Level

Make the right hire with transparent salary data and clear skill benchmarks for junior, mid-level, and senior remote Data Engineers in Latin America.

Jr. Data Engineer

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field
  • 1–2 years of experience with data pipelines or ETL processes
  • Basic knowledge of SQL and scripting languages like Python
  • Familiarity with relational databases and cloud platforms
  • Understanding of data warehousing concepts
  • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Data Engineer

  • Degree in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field
  • 3+ years of experience building and maintaining data pipelines
  • Proficient in SQL, Python, and ETL tools like Airflow or dbt
  • Experience with data warehousing and cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Skilled in optimizing data architecture for performance and scalability
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with analysts and data scientists

Sr. Data Engineer

  • Advanced degree or equivalent experience in Data Engineering or Computer Science
  • 5+ years of experience designing scalable data pipelines and architectures
  • Expert in SQL, Python, Spark, and data transformation frameworks
  • Deep experience with cloud-based data infrastructure (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Strong knowledge of data modeling, orchestration tools, and governance
  • Ability to lead technical initiatives and mentor junior engineers

See a few of our 160k+ pre-vetted candidates

Luis S.
Luis S.

Luis S. from Nicaragua

Seniority

Entry Level

Skills & Tools

ETL Softwares
Data Reporting
Data Scientist
Matias C.
Matias C.

Matias C. from Argentina

Seniority

Mid Level

Skills & Tools

MS Excel
Marilina V.
Marilina V.

Marilina V. from Mexico

Seniority

Mid Level

Skills & Tools

Data Lakes
Data Management
Data Scientist
Lucas R.
Lucas R.

Lucas R. from Colombia

Seniority

Associate

Skills & Tools

Management
Elkin R.
Elkin R.

Elkin R. from Brazil

Seniority

Associate

Skills & Tools

Data & Operations Science
Milagros H.
Milagros H.

Milagros H. from Argentina

Seniority

Entry Level

Skills & Tools

Tableau
Statistical Data Analysis
Data Visualization
Belen G.
Belen G.

Belen G. from Bolivia

Seniority

Associate

Skills & Tools

Email Marketing
Airtable
Klaviyo
Zapier
Justo S.
Justo S.

Justo S. from Chile

Seniority

VP

Skills & Tools

PowerBI
Brian B.
Brian B.

Brian B. from Brazil

Seniority

Associate

Skills & Tools

PowerBI
Andy Q.
Andy Q.

Andy Q. from Perú

Seniority

Mid Level

Skills & Tools

GCP
Scala
Data Engineer

Why Hire LatAm Data Engineers with Near?

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Faster Hiring

Interview 3+ candidates in 3 days. Pre-vetted for skill, experience, and culture fit. Get end-to-end support to make the right hire fast.

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Risk-Free Hiring

Pay nothing upfront. Hire only if you’re happy. Plus, every hire is backed by our 180-day free replacement policy.

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Build Real Teams

Every hire is a full-time teammate. Embedded in your team, aligned with your goals, and committed long-term.

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Get Top Data Talent and Save up to 70% in Overhead Costs

Jr. Data Engineer

US Salary:

$85k — $158k

LatAm Salary:

$42k — $54k

Save up to
66%

Data Engineer

US Salary:

$158k — $200k

LatAm Salary:

$54k — $60k

Save up to
70%

Sr. Data Engineer

US Salary:

$200k — $265k

LatAm Salary:

$60k — $84k

Save up to
70%

Hire With Near's Proven Hiring Process

1. Discovery session

Share your hiring goals and we’ll guide you on roles, markets, and comp. Then align on how to hire and what to offer.

2. Kick-off call

Meet your recruiter to finalize the role and build your hiring plan. We’ll align on profile, process, and timeline.

3. Interviews and hiring

Review 3+ top candidates in under 5 days. Interview, choose your hire, and we’ll handle the rest.

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