Data Engineer Salary in Vancouver — 2026 Guide
Data & AI · +15% YoY growth
Market benchmark — insufficient local posting data
Median Salary · Vancouver
$134,000
per year · CAD
↑ +15% vs 2025
Range: $96,000 — $185,000
Monthly
$11,167
Hourly
$64.42
Entry Level
$96,000
Salary by Experience Level
Data Engineer in Vancouver, 2026
Entry Level0–2 years
$96,000 — $115,000Mid-Level2–5 years
$115,000 — $134,000Senior5–10 years
$134,000 — $157,000Lead / Staff10+ years
$157,000 — $185,000Skills That Increase Pay
Data Engineers with expertise in these areas typically earn 15–30% above the median.
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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 Vancouver
- Median data engineer salary in Vancouver is $134,000/year in 2026 (market benchmark).
- Entry-level positions typically start around $96,000/year.
- Senior and lead roles can reach $185,000/year and above.
- The market is growing at approximately +15% year-over-year.
- Vancouver salaries have risen sharply due to tech sector growth, though high cost of living means real purchasing power is lower than it appears.
- All salary data on LANDTHATROLE is sourced from employer ATS job postings — not self-reported surveys.
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