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 $124,483, an AI Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $161,651, an Lead Big Data Engineer (7-10 years)earns $179,835, an AI Engineering Manager (10+ years)earns $180,608, an AI Engineering Senior Manager (10+ years)earns $203,110,

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 $197,433, California $196,684, Massachusetts $194,062. 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: $162,881; Lead Data Engineer: $146,045; Big Data Software Engineer: $143,060; Junior Big Data Engineer: $141,644; Big Data Engineer: $140,797.

Lead Big Data Engineer Salary in Delaware

How much does a Lead Big Data Engineer make in Delaware?

As of May 01, 2026, the average salary for a Lead Big Data Engineer in Delaware is $180,582 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $87.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $199,985
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,825 to $190,738
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $152,389

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Lead Big Data Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,738	$15,895	$3,668	$92
Average	$180,582	$15,048	$3,473	$87
25th Percentile	$165,825	$13,819	$3,189	$80

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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): $124,483
Early Career (1-2 years): $161,651
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $179,835
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $180,608
Expert (over 8 years): $203,110

Levels	Salary
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$124,483
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$161,651
Lead Big ... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$179,835
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$180,608
AI Engine... Level Lead Big Data Engineer	$203,110

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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: $197,433.
California: $196,684.
Massachusetts: $194,062.

District of Columbia $197,433 California $196,684 Massachusetts $194,062 Washington $193,349 New Jersey $193,278 Alaska $193,028 Connecticut $190,567 New York $189,569

Hawaii $186,377 Rhode Island $184,879 Maryland $183,863 Minnesota $182,472 Colorado $181,937 Illinois $181,759 Oregon $181,081 Delaware $180,582

New Hampshire $180,268 Virginia $179,565 Pennsylvania $177,515 Nevada $176,480 North Dakota $176,142 Michigan $175,607 Wisconsin $175,410 Vermont $175,018

Texas $173,930 Maine $173,859 Arizona $173,752 Ohio $173,627 Georgia $171,987 Indiana $171,166 Wyoming $171,006 Utah $170,756

Iowa $170,649 Kansas $169,793 Louisiana $169,544 North Carolina $169,455 Missouri $169,419 Florida $168,724 Montana $168,349 Nebraska $167,992

Kentucky $167,796 South Carolina $167,083 Tennessee $166,637 Idaho $166,459 New Mexico $165,157 Oklahoma $164,872 Alabama $163,820 South Dakota $162,054

Arkansas $161,092 West Virginia $160,574 Mississippi $159,023

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:

Lincoln: $179,769
Little Creek: $181,084
Magnolia: $180,824

Lincoln, DE $179,769 Little Creek, DE $181,084 Magnolia, DE $180,824 Milford, DE $180,225 Marydel, DE $180,521 Millsboro, DE $179,014 Millville, DE $179,291 Milton, DE $179,601

Nassau, DE $179,731 Ocean View, DE $179,260 Rehoboth Beach, DE $179,604 Seaford, DE $179,706 Selbyville, DE $178,963 Smyrna, DE $181,209 Viola, DE $180,375 Woodside, DE $180,860

Bear, DE $180,443 Newark, DE $180,375 Claymont, DE $180,744 Delaware City, DE $180,555 Hockessin, DE $180,359 Kirkwood, DE $180,521 Middletown, DE $180,591 Montchanin, DE $180,400

New Castle, DE $180,426 Odessa, DE $180,680 Port Penn, DE $180,801 Rockland, DE $180,418 Saint Georges, DE $180,533 Townsend, DE $180,812 Winterthur, DE $180,439 Lewes, DE $179,670

Wilmington, DE $180,368 Dover, DE $181,084 Dover Afb, DE $180,130 Bethany Beach, DE $179,071 Bethel, DE $179,257 Bridgeville, DE $179,679 Camden Wyoming, DE $180,574 Cheswold, DE $181,026

Clayton, DE $181,031 Dagsboro, DE $178,946 Delmar, DE $178,659 Ellendale, DE $179,201 Felton, DE $180,211 Fenwick Island, DE $178,986 Frankford, DE $178,674 Frederica, DE $180,389

Georgetown, DE $178,879 Greenwood, DE $179,708 Harbeson, DE $179,069 Harrington, DE $179,982 Hartly, DE $180,542 Houston, DE $179,726 Kenton, DE $181,040 Laurel, DE $178,772

Yorklyn, DE $180,412

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.

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$165,825

Average $180,582/year

$190,738

$13,819

Average $15,048/month

$15,895

$3,189

Average $3,473/week

$3,668

$80

Average $87/hour

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	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$190,738	$15,895	$3,668	$92
Average	$180,582	$15,048	$3,473	$87
25th Percentile	$165,825	$13,819	$3,189	$80

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