Data Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Data Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. These leaders build and guide teams responsible for the systems that collect, transform, store, and deliver data across an organization.

What Does a Data Engineering Manager Do?

Data Engineering Managers lead the design and operation of data platforms, pipelines, warehouses, and related infrastructure. They set technical direction, establish standards for data quality and reliability, and partner with analytics, product, software, and business teams to make trusted data accessible.

Responsibilities may include hiring and coaching engineers, prioritizing projects, overseeing cloud and distributed data systems, improving pipeline performance, and aligning engineering work with company goals. The scope varies by organization, from hands-on technical leadership to managing multiple teams and strategic programs.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience in data engineering and people leadership, along with strong communication and project planning skills. Common technical areas include SQL, Python or other programming languages, data modeling, ETL and ELT, orchestration, cloud platforms, and data warehouses or lakehouses. Familiarity with governance, security, observability, and machine learning infrastructure can also be valuable.

Explore Data Engineering Manager Opportunities

Find roles across industries and company sizes, including positions focused on analytics infrastructure, real-time data, platform modernization, and enterprise data strategy. Browse vetted Data Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities paying $100,000 or more and take the next step in your leadership career.

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$110K - $130K *

Engage as a Design Engineer, bridging design and engineering to create user-centric interfaces. Architect smooth interactions within our platform while implementing a robust design system that enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to the vision and strategy of AI-powered products, managing their lifecycle and delivery. Leverage AI tools for decision-making and mentor fellow Product Managers to enhance team capabiliti...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the vision and strategy for AI-powered products, driving their roadmap and delivery while mentoring peers. Leverage AI tools to enhance decision-making and product lifecycle management, ensur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and optimization of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines while enhancing data integration and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architectural decisions and automate workf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Pioneer the evolution of Netflix's Compute Platform, driving innovation in distributed systems and AI integration. Lead product strategy, enhance efficiency, and collaborate across teams to ensure rob...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$199K - $334K *

Champion the architecture and engineering of agent memory systems, leading the development of context-driven AI agents. Drive innovation and technical direction while collaborating across teams to enh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$196K - $309K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead our Salesforce engineering team to enhance architecture, scalability, and performance. Collaborate with Product and Engineering leaders to mentor developers and deliver high-quality enterprise so...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $173K *

Join a team that's building and operating AWS infrastructure for ML models and AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance event-driven integrations and ensure secure, reliable produc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $260K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical discovery and designing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive adoption and expansion of the dbt platform...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $205K *

Empower growth by leveraging your data expertise to enhance GTM strategies. Collaborate globally, ensuring reliable data pipelines and insightful dashboards that drive key performance metrics across t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of AI products by leading strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive innovation and deliver exceptional value through effective stakeholder influence and team lead...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $157K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced infrastructure environment, driving execution among diverse technical and business teams, while adapting to evolving prio...

Colorado, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $389K *

Champion the development of scalable content understanding systems, leading a team of engineers and applied scientists to enhance Pinterest's relevance and personalization across key products like Dis...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$330K - $500K+*

Optimize data models and pipelines for identity graph construction, ensuring accurate entity matching and resolution. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights and maintain data quality...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$136K - $182K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Engineer innovative GenAI applications with a focus on creating responsive, accessible frontend solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences through performant UI des...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to design and implement innovative GenAI applications, focusing on creating intuitive, high-performance frontend interfaces. Collaborate cross-functionally to redefine AI user experiences whil...

New York, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead innovative applications by designing user-friendly web interfaces and integrating cutting-edge GenAI features. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, accessible, and performance-optimiz...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer cross-functional programs, managing teams to deliver crucial initiatives. Drive alignment across departments, enhance operational excellence, and elevate program delivery practices while track...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of identity security by leading product management for our core identity graph and correlation services, ensuring seamless integration and access control across platforms while...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $429K *

Shape capacity-driven strategies across our cloud infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and cost efficiency. Lead a high-performing team to deliver innovative solutions and infras...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $175K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Data Engineering Manager leads engineers who build and maintain data pipelines and platforms. The role typically combines technical direction, team development, project prioritization, and collaboration with stakeholders who rely on data.

  • What qualifications are common for Data Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for a background in data engineering, experience managing or mentoring technical teams, and knowledge of technologies such as SQL, Python, cloud platforms, data warehouses, and pipeline orchestration. Requirements vary by employer.

  • What skills are important for a Data Engineering Manager?question toggle

    Important skills often include technical architecture, data modeling, pipeline reliability, cloud infrastructure, communication, strategic planning, and the ability to coach engineers and coordinate across teams.

  • Do Data Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders pay at least $100,000?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its specific compensation range, responsibilities, and qualifications.

  • Where can Data Engineering Managers work?question toggle

    Data Engineering Managers are hired across industries that depend on data, including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and professional services. Roles may focus on internal data platforms, analytics, real-time systems, or enterprise infrastructure.