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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$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data engineering by optimizing ETL/ELT processes and enhancing cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data solutions that promote educational equity...

California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$230K - $245K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to automate financial data extraction, enhancing model accuracy and efficiency for clients. Drive impactful solutions that empower analysts to...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of cutting-edge cloud data solutions, optimizing data pipelines and ensuring robust workflows while mentoring a team of engineers to innovate and deliver high-quality d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-scale data architecture and AI solutions. Collaborate globally to create valuable data products and cross-border workflows that empower organizational analytics a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer the migration of legacy data systems to Databricks Lakehouse, optimizing data architecture and ETL processes. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and performance, ensurin...

Reston, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead a dedicated team in project management, overseeing preconstruction planning, execution, and delivery for solar and energy storage projects. Drive strategies, ensure profitability, and...

Richmond, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$173K - $313K *

Shape the future of customer-facing applications and APIs by leading engineering teams to enhance DNS and IP Acceleration services, ensuring performance, reliability, and usability at Internet scale...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Manage enterprise-wide MarTech programs, aligning cross-functional teams to drive B2C marketing initiatives. Translate business priorities into actionable plans, ensuring effective collaboration and m...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in empowering a high-performing AI/ML engineering team, delivering user-focused features while architecting foundational platforms. Drive innovation and technical excellence in mental...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $164K *

Drive end-to-end design execution for major data center projects, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure alignment with safety, sustainability, and commercial goals throughout the project lifecycle...

RemoteRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Drive operational excellence by leading process and manufacturing engineering initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, product quality, and scalability while fostering a culture of...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by architecting scalable solutions. Lead the charge in implementing advanced data infrastructures, driving analytics, and fostering collaboration across...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$192K - $266K *

Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize our Google Cloud data infrastructure, ensuring reliable, secure data access for teams to drive health equity. Lead initiatives in CI/CD, limit exposure to sensitive data, and empower data pro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower organizations by serving as a trusted advisor in cybersecurity, leveraging AI-driven solutions to enhance security outcomes through expert pre-sales support and seamless customer onboarding, w...

Boston, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining automation in PCB component placement. Lead the charge in developing and maintaining cutting-edge AI solutions, leveraging machine learning and optimization technologies...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to develop and enhance algorithms for cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate with engineers and architects to transform innovative ideas into production-ready code, ensuring high-quality stand...

Cary, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $181K *

Champion the growth of the Security Engineering team, driving collaboration across functions to enhance cybersecurity. Utilize your technical expertise and leadership skills to mentor talent, manage s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $240K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by mentoring talent, driving scalable solutions, and fostering collaboration across teams. Partner with stakeholders to align technical direction and deliver...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

Lead and empower a team of engineers to build and maintain a scalable Postgres product, driving execution and collaboration across teams while ensuring high standards of quality and reliability for de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Transform project execution by leading multimillion-dollar automated storage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction a...

Romeoville, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...

Herndon, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower our team as an Infrastructure Product Engineer, innovating scalable solutions and transforming complex infrastructure into impactful capabilities that enhance customer experience and performan...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI in government by driving strategic vision and implementation. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure responsible use of technology, streamline service delivery, and enh...

Denver, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.