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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$184K - $230K *

Shape the future of product security by leading architecture reviews and risk mitigation strategies. Collaborate with engineering and compliance teams to embed security throughout the development life...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $170K *

Champion excellence in data center construction by managing operations, driving innovation, and ensuring safety. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance customer experiences whil...

Texas, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing data integration standards for Epic and enterprise systems, ensuring interoperability and data governance while driving strategic data initiatives across...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $335K *

Drive strategy and execution for Ads Delivery & Optimization, enhancing advertiser outcomes through advanced bidding, ranking, and measurement systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innov...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $195K *

Drive change management initiatives that enhance employee engagement and operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to ensure successful adoption of technology and policy changes, while providin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$204K - $266K *

Lead multi-team security initiatives by driving technical readiness, managing dependencies, and influencing executive decisions. Collaborate across Trust Engineering, Product, and Legal to establish f...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $95K *

Join our dynamic team to support and coordinate innovative automation projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, enhance processes, and contribute to impactful solutions while gaining valuable...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $285K *

Elevate your career by defining the technical strategy for a core platform, leading high-scale distributed systems, and mentoring engineers while driving innovation across multiple teams in a dynamic...

Washington, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$272K - $431K *

Lead the architectural design of security systems for AI platforms, collaborating across teams to enhance production security, deploy risk mitigation strategies, and establish clean, maintainable code...

Washington, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Make your mark at the forefront of cloud engineering, transforming infrastructure through automation, optimizing performance, and enhancing observability for large-scale distributed systems...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $212K *

Develop and deploy advanced ML models for multi-object tracking, ensuring robust performance in autonomous vehicles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance tracking algorithms and improve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of partner engagement by leading global programs that enhance value across the customer lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, improve partner exp...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $320K *

Transform AI adoption and engineering efficiency by leading cross-functional initiatives and driving the strategic integration of innovative technologies across products, ensuring measurable outcomes...

Bellevue, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing global data center upgrade projects, ensuring seamless execution across multiple locations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive program success and enha...

Seattle, WARemote

Yesterday

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

$115K - $140K *

Partner with us to lead PaaS delivery initiatives, ensuring effective operations, solid stakeholder management, and strategic oversight for veteran services. Drive project lifecycles, enhance delivery...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $244K *

Accelerate progress at a leading trading platform by architecting and managing low-latency market data systems. Collaborate within a high-impact team to deliver reliable and high-throughput data solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in shaping the market strategy for stablecoin infrastructure, driving product positioning, launches, and communications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to engage institutional...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of our Key/Value product by taking end-to-end ownership of full stack projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring reliable service for millions of users as...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy in Chemical & Workplace Safety by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to balance customer needs and business goals, driving measurable o...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of logistics by designing and building innovative AI agents, leveraging Python and Java/GoLang to enhance seamless data integration and streamline user experiences within our ecosyste...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$220K - $330K *

Unlock potential by leading high-performing solution engineering teams in Financial Services. Drive pre-sales strategies, mentor talent, and enhance customer experiences through innovative AI solution...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join our team to lead quality engineering transformations across multiple platform portfolios, championing automation and innovation while developing exceptional engineering talent to elevate quality...

Virginia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize the implementation of Epic Clinical EHR for State Healthcare Facilities, leading project planning, stakeholder engagement, and team coordination while ensuring quality, scope, and communicati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading the design and implementation of critical integrations that enhance system connectivity and performance. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality solutions tha...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing marketing operations to drive developer adoption, pipeline growth, and revenue. Oversee systems, processes, and insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.