Director, Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

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What is a Director, Data Engineering?

A Director of Data Engineering is a senior position predominantly responsible for overseeing the design and maintenance of an organization's databases. They supervise a team of data engineers and collaborate with data scientists to optimize data utilization and operational efficiency.

Why choose a career as a Director, Data Engineering?

With the increasing reliance on data by organizations, the demand for skilled Data Engineering Directors is on the rise. They ensure that data strategies align with organisational goals and are fundamental to driving business insights.

Steps to become a Director, Data Engineering

To get to this leadership position typically requires extensive industry experience, a strong understanding of data architecture and analytics, and proven leadership ability. An advanced degree in computer science or a related field is often preferred by employers.

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$190K - $225K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering in healthcare. Lead a skilled group focused on architecting enterprise-grade data solutions, driving AI enablement, and influencing strategic product inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$216K - $318K *

Lead the charge in data engineering, shaping strategic data architecture and platforms. Drive cross-functional collaboration while nurturing a high-performing team. Ensure scalability, reliability, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive the vision for a high-impact Data Engineering Practice, leading strategy, P&L, talent, and client engagement to transform enterprise data into strategic assets and AI-ready infrastructure...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $170K *

Champion our data engineering initiatives by architecting complex solutions and mentoring engineers, impacting product outcomes while fostering strategic partnerships across teams to elevate technical...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $185K *

Oversee transformational data engineering initiatives by managing teams that build effective data systems and architectures to align with strategic business goals, ensuring performance and deadlines a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $185K *

Take ownership of data engineering teams to transform raw data into insightful systems, driving business success through effective management of budgets, deadlines, and project schedules while fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $260K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing ecosystem strategies across multiple partners, enhancing co-sell and fulfillment processes, and developing scalable engagement models to drive revenue growth and ec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $140K *

Empower your career as a Data Engineer, driving the design and implementation of a robust data platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, resilient, and efficient access to cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $256K *

Lead and transform data engineering by modernizing platforms and architectures. Elevate data accessibility and governance to drive analytics and AI capabilities, impacting decision-making and automati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Partner with us to lead our IAM team, ensuring secure access control and compliance through effective management, strategy development, and hands-on execution while driving team performance and collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of a comprehensive data stack, consolidating diverse datasets into a unified BigQuery warehouse. Drive accessibility by developing internal data tools, enhancing self-service capabiliti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by transforming client data landscapes through advanced Databricks solutions. Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architectures, bridging technical excellence with rea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $253K *

Optimize GTM data integrity and usability, driving impactful strategies and execution to enhance sales performance and operational efficiency through data governance across multiple platforms...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $184K *

Lead and manage a high-performing data engineering team to deliver scalable solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and foster collaboration while driving continuous improvements and mentoring team...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $152K *

Drive the future of identity data engineering by building scalable pipelines and enhancing AI-assisted matching engines while ensuring data quality and compliance with privacy best practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Join a team that's dedicated to customer success, offering expert technical leadership, managing relationships, and developing tailored data center solutions. Play a key role in driving product strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $280K *

Shape AI strategies that drive organizational change and product excellence. Lead adoption and governance initiatives while engaging with senior stakeholders and building a high-performing team that e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $178K *

Engineer cutting-edge data platforms with a focus on scalable AI solutions. Collaborate within a dynamic team to shape data architecture, optimize workflows, and push innovative boundaries in data eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of data engineers to establish standards, enhance processes, and ensure timely data delivery, while driving efficient data architecture and promoting best practices across the orga...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $173K *

Advance our data governance and platform capabilities. Lead a cross-functional team in transforming data into actionable insights for product innovation, ensuring compliance and quality within our evo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $265K *

Shape the future of data-driven innovation by designing scalable architectures and developing cutting-edge machine learning solutions that empower businesses to leverage their data for strategic growt...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of data engineering by architecting robust data solutions, improving analytics capabilities, and leading technical strategies across multiple domains to drive impactful business outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $160K *

Engineer the future of data by leading the design of scalable data solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to convert business requirements into impactful analytics and AI strategies, driving organi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of our enterprise data platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance governance, drive analytics, and develop scalable AI solutions, ensuring a secure and rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $270K *

Pioneer the future of cloud infrastructure by leading a hands-on team to enhance developer enablement and operational efficiency, ensuring scalable AI-native solutions that drive business success and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Data Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director, Data Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's data infrastructure. They also lead a team of data engineers.

  • What is the average salary of a Director, Data Engineering?question toggle

    The average salary for a Director, Data Engineering can vary greatly, depending on the company size and location. However, positions on Ladders offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What skills are required for a Director, Data Engineering role?question toggle

    Skills required include mastery in data architecture and analytics, advanced technical skills in database languages, leadership ability, and strong problem-solving skills.