Data Engineer Salary in Berlin 2026
Berlin is Germany's startup capital and the most international tech city in the country. The city has the highest density of English-first tech companies in Germany, making it the top destination for non-EU IT professionals moving to Germany.
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Most Data Engineer roles in Berlin clear the Blue Card threshold of €45,934/year.
EU Blue Card Eligibility: ✓ Typically qualifies
2026 IT shortage threshold: €45,934/year. Ensure your offer letter shows €45,934+ to qualify. Calculate your net take-home →
Working as a Data Engineer in Berlin
Top sectors
E-commerce (Zalando, About You), fintech (N26, SumUp), food tech (HelloFresh, Delivery Hero), travel (GetYourGuide), and a dense startup ecosystem.
Cost of living
Moderate — lower than Munich or Frankfurt. Average 1-bedroom apartment in city centre: €1,200–€1,800/month.
Berlin salaries are typically 5–10% below Munich but come with lower living costs. The salary/lifestyle ratio is among the best in Germany for tech professionals.
Active Data Engineer Jobs in Berlin
Data Engineer (m/w/d)
Riverty Group GmbH
Data Engineer (m/w/d)
Riverty Group GmbH
S-Kreditpartner: Werkstudent Data Engineer (m/w/d)
S-Kreditpartner
Principal Data Engineer (m/w/d)
Alexander Thamm GmbH
S-Kreditpartner: Referent Data Engineer (m/w/d)
S-Kreditpartner
Working Student (f/m/d) - AI data engineer
SAP
Backend Entwickler Python (m/w/d) - Data Engineer Python
Ratbacher GmbH
Data Engineer - BI Plattform (m/w/d)
Bundesdruckerei Gruppe GmbH
Senior Data Engineer
SumUp
Python Data Engineer (m/w/d)
König Fachpersonal GmbH & Co KG, Niederlassung Dortmund Office
Experienced Data Engineer (f/m/d)
Siemens Energy Global GmbH & Co. KG
Data Engineer – KI-Anwendungsentwicklung und Datenanalyseplattformen (m/w/d)
Bundesdruckerei Gruppe GmbH
Senior Data Engineer Snowflake (m/d/w)
EXXETA AG
Working Student (f/m/d) - AI Data Engineer
SAP
Scientific Data Engineer (alle Geschlechter)
Bayer AG Pharmaceuticals
Python Data Engineer (m/w/d)
König Fachpersonal GmbH & Co KG, Niederlassung Dortmund Office
(Junior) Data Engineer (m/f/d)
Raisin
Senior Data Engineer
SumUp
Data Engineer, Traveler Data Engineering
GetYourGuide
Senior Data Engineer, Supply Data Engineering
GetYourGuide
Data Engineer Salary in Berlin — FAQ
What does a Data Engineer earn in Berlin, Germany?
Data Engineer salaries in Berlin typically fall in the range of €50,000–€90,000 gross per year. Berlin salaries are typically 5–10% below Munich but come with lower living costs. The salary/lifestyle ratio is among the best in Germany for tech professionals.
Does a Data Engineer in Berlin qualify for the EU Blue Card?
The EU Blue Card threshold for IT shortage occupations in 2026 is €45,934/year gross. Most Data Engineer roles at mid-senior level in Berlin meet this threshold.
What is the cost of living in Berlin for IT professionals?
Moderate — lower than Munich or Frankfurt. Average 1-bedroom apartment in city centre: €1,200–€1,800/month. Berlin salaries are typically 5–10% below Munich but come with lower living costs. The salary/lifestyle ratio is among the best in Germany for tech professionals.
Which companies hire Data Engineers in Berlin?
Berlin has a strong Data Engineer job market. Top sectors: E-commerce (Zalando, About You), fintech (N26, SumUp), food tech (HelloFresh, Delivery Hero), travel (GetYourGuide), and a dense startup ecosystem.
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