What are the main factors that influence a Lead Big Data Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Lead Big Data Engineer's salary?

A Lead Big Data Engineer's salary grows with experience: an AI Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $127,653, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $165,667, an Lead Big Data Engineer (7-10 years)earns $184,388, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $185,088, an AI Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $208,171,

What are the highest paying states for a Lead Big Data Engineer?

Lead Big Data Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Lead Big Data Engineer roles are District of Columbia $196,988, California $196,241, Massachusetts $193,626. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Lead Big Data Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Lead Big Data Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Big Data Consultant: $164,097; Big Data Engineer: $145,751; Junior Big Data Engineer: $142,199; Big Data Lead: $139,111; Big Data Manager: $133,830.

Lead Big Data Engineer Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Lead Big Data Engineer make in Rhode Island?

As of May 18, 2021, the average salary for a Lead Big Data Engineer in Rhode Island is $185,744 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $89.

However, a Lead Big Data Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $207,836
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $171,017 to $197,308
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $157,609

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Lead Big Data Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,308	$16,442	$3,794	$95
Average	$185,744	$15,479	$3,572	$89
25th Percentile	$171,017	$14,251	$3,289	$82

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Key Factors That Influence Lead Big Data Engineer Salaries

A Lead Big Data Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Lead Big Data Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Lead Big Data Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $127,653
Early Career (1-2 years): $165,667
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $184,388
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $185,088
Expert (over 8 years): $208,171

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$127,653
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$165,667
Lead Big ... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$184,388
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$185,088
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$208,171

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How Do Lead Big Data Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Lead Big Data Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $196,988.
California: $196,241.
Massachusetts: $193,626.

District of Columbia $196,988 California $196,241 Massachusetts $193,626 Washington $192,914 New Jersey $192,843 Alaska $192,594 Connecticut $190,139 New York $189,142

Hawaii $185,958 Rhode Island $184,463 Maryland $183,449 Minnesota $182,061 Colorado $181,528 Illinois $181,350 Oregon $180,674 Delaware $180,175

New Hampshire $179,862 Virginia $179,161 Pennsylvania $177,115 Nevada $176,083 North Dakota $175,745 Michigan $175,212 Wisconsin $175,016 Vermont $174,624

Texas $173,539 Maine $173,468 Arizona $173,361 Ohio $173,237 Georgia $171,600 Indiana $170,781 Wyoming $170,621 Utah $170,372

Iowa $170,266 Kansas $169,412 Louisiana $169,162 North Carolina $169,073 Missouri $169,038 Florida $168,344 Montana $167,970 Nebraska $167,615

Kentucky $167,419 South Carolina $166,707 Tennessee $166,262 Idaho $166,084 New Mexico $164,786 Oklahoma $164,501 Alabama $163,451 South Dakota $161,690

Arkansas $160,729 West Virginia $160,213 Mississippi $158,665

Top Paying Cities for Lead Big Data Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $187,488
Albion: $184,374
Ashaway: $188,199

Adamsville, RI $187,488 Albion, RI $184,374 Ashaway, RI $188,199 Barrington, RI $184,374 Block Island, RI $187,221 Bradford, RI $188,075 Bristol, RI $184,196 Carolina, RI $186,545

Charlestown, RI $186,741 Chepachet, RI $184,018 Clayville, RI $184,196 Coventry, RI $184,018 West Greenwich, RI $183,894 East Greenwich, RI $184,143 Exeter, RI $188,075 Fiskeville, RI $184,374

Forestdale, RI $184,196 Foster, RI $183,894 Glendale, RI $183,894 Greene, RI $185,958 Greenville, RI $184,374 Harmony, RI $184,321 Harrisville, RI $184,018 Hope, RI $184,374

Hope Valley, RI $188,199 Hopkinton, RI $188,253 Jamestown, RI $186,367 Kenyon, RI $188,022 Little Compton, RI $187,417 Manville, RI $184,374 Mapleville, RI $183,894 Newport, RI $186,402

Middletown, RI $187,185 North Kingstown, RI $183,841 North Scituate, RI $184,321 Oakland, RI $184,072 Pascoag, RI $183,965 Pawtucket, RI $184,374 Central Falls, RI $184,374 Cumberland, RI $184,374

Lincoln, RI $184,374 Portsmouth, RI $185,655 Prudence Island, RI $184,018 Rockville, RI $188,253 Saunderstown, RI $186,474 Shannock, RI $187,968 Slatersville, RI $184,196 Slocum, RI $186,474

Tiverton, RI $187,541 Wakefield, RI $186,278 Kingston, RI $186,314 Narragansett, RI $186,349 Peace Dale, RI $186,278 Warren, RI $184,321 Warwick, RI $184,374 Westerly, RI $188,306

West Kingston, RI $186,420 West Warwick, RI $184,374 Wood River Junction, RI $188,075 Woonsocket, RI $184,196 North Smithfield, RI $184,321 Wyoming, RI $188,022 Providence, RI $184,374 Cranston, RI $184,374

North Providence, RI $184,374 East Providence, RI $184,374 Riverside, RI $184,374 Rumford, RI $184,374 Smithfield, RI $184,374 Johnston, RI $184,374

Lead Big Data Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Lead Big Data Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on May 18, 2021

$171,017

Average $185,744/year

$197,308

$14,251

Average $15,479/month

$16,442

$3,289

Average $3,572/week

$3,794

$82

Average $89/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$197,308	$16,442	$3,794	$95
Average	$185,744	$15,479	$3,572	$89
25th Percentile	$171,017	$14,251	$3,289	$82

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