Data Engineer Salary in Ottawa — 2026 Guide
Data & AI · +15% YoY growth
Data Engineers build the pipelines and infrastructure that power analytics and ML. One of the fastest-growing and highest-demand roles in the data space. Ottawa's market is shaped by federal government contracts — strong demand for cleared professionals and enterprise tech roles. The figures below are market benchmarks for Data Engineer roles in Ottawa, derived from national ATS posting data adjusted for local market conditions. Figures are updated as new postings are ingested.
Median Salary · Ottawa
$128,000
per year · CAD
Range: $92,000 — $177,000
Monthly
$10,667
Hourly
$61.54
Entry Level
$92,000
Salary by Experience Level
Data Engineer in Ottawa, 2026
Skills That Increase Pay
Data Engineers with expertise in these areas typically earn 15–30% above the median.
About the Role
Data Engineers build the pipelines and infrastructure that power analytics and ML. One of the fastest-growing and highest-demand roles in the data space.
Key Facts: Data Engineer in Ottawa
- Median data engineer salary in Ottawa is $128,000/year in 2026 (market benchmark).
- Entry-level positions typically start around $92,000/year.
- Senior and lead roles can reach $177,000/year and above.
- The market is growing at approximately +15% year-over-year.
- Ottawa's market is shaped by federal government contracts — strong demand for cleared professionals and enterprise tech roles.
- All salary data on LANDTHATROLE is sourced from employer ATS job postings — not self-reported surveys.
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