Data Engineer
Science Applications International
Arlington, VA · Posted November 2, 2026
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Where Arlington, VA ranks
Where Arlington, VA placed in our monthly rankings, month by month. Each month stays online at its own address.
November 2026
- #1Best cities for education pay after cost of living$124k · of 8
- #2Best all-round cities for AI careers in the Southeast89 / 100 · of 33
- #3Best cities for government pay after cost of living$140k · of 18
- #3Best cities for software and engineering jobs in the Mid-Atlantic456 openings · of 68
- #4Best cities for aerospace and defense pay after cost of living$152k · of 19
- #4Best cities for AI-skill jobs in the Southeast14% · of 87
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- Best cities for data and analytics pay after cost of living #1 Foster ($232k)
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Pay compared with the market
This listing does not state pay. Across 203 open data engineer listings that state pay, the middle half runs $116,500 to $158,500 and the median is $135,000.
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How AI is used in this kind of work
Among database architects, AI is already used for a large share of the tasks. Measured exposure for database architects: 58% (high).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
About the job
DescriptionSAIC is seeking an experienced Data Engineer. Work directly with customers in a technical role to help ensure smooth adoption of the Crucible platform and develop cutting-edge solutions using the Crucible platform.· Spec, build, test and deploy customized mission...