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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$150K - $224K *

Help us transform investment technologies by architecting solutions across full stacks in agile teams. Drive innovation and mentor engineers while ensuring compliance in a dynamic, regulated environme...

Missouri, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $276K *

Empower cross-team collaboration by defining technical direction and elevating engineering standards across the organization, ensuring scalable solutions that address customer needs and foster innovat...

Seattle, WARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $223K *

Join our innovative Payments team to develop AI-driven solutions that enhance payment experiences, prevent fraud, and optimize transaction processes, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading post-sale experiences for top Enterprise clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and digital transformation in Life Sciences, ensuring...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving product strategy and execution for data and identity solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful products, ensuring alignment with business goals and customer...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive financial planning excellence by leading budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis in a high-growth environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to align operational strategies with financia...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading development, managing delivery, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality releases while maintaining a hands-on technica...

Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion scalable deal operations by leading the Global Deal Desk, optimizing complex agreements across sales, finance, and legal. Drive AI integration to enhance workflows and ensure compliance while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $173K *

Join a team that's redefining AI-driven quality and performance operations. You'll build systems that enhance frontline team effectiveness and AI agent performance, ensuring impactful coaching and fee...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$129K - $193K *

Partner with us to transform workflows through innovative AI applications, enhancing both internal operations and user experience. In this high-ownership role, you'll build and evaluate end-to-end sol...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building innovative fraud detection models using high-scale data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to influence data and design advanced risk signals for real-time identity v...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Accelerate the evolution of a global Commerce Platform by defining strategy and driving technical solutions through collaboration with cross-functional teams while managing complex product lifecycles...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Join us to empower enterprise customers with innovative sourcing solutions, manage complex RFPs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive procurement success while leveraging cutting-edge...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $215K *

Drive innovation in data engineering and AI solutions, leading the design and deployment of scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance business value through advanced technol...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $287K *

Lead the development of innovative ad solutions that enhance user experience and drive measurable outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to define requirements, manage roadmaps, and deliver impactfu...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$218K - $256K *

Transform core account infrastructure by leading a dynamic team of engineers, focusing on re-architecting systems for growth and enabling innovative financial products, while fostering a culture of te...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining ETL applications, leveraging Ab Initio and Teradata technologies. Collaborate with team members to ensure data integrity and optimize data assets for fede...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Develop user-facing features and improve systems by leveraging software architecture, APIs, and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable, maintainable solutions...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge AI product, managing a high-performing team of engineers while ensuring quality, reliability, and speed in delivery. Collaborate closely with Product and D...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$56K - $114K *

Help us advance our secure computing environment by maintaining and optimizing infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance, and supporting the deployment of new technologies while providing e...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of product-led growth by leveraging AI to enhance customer experiences. Lead cross-functional teams to drive acquisition, engagement, and retention through innovative product strategi...

San Diego, CARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $126K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading program development initiatives, enhancing clinical and operational quality while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive efficiency and support cont...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage as a Data Visualization Engineer to design and develop advanced Power BI solutions, leveraging AI for enhanced analytics and user experiences. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.