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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$70K - $95K *

Deliver impactful project management for complex implementations, leading teams to ensure successful outcomes while cultivating valued client relationships and driving business success through effecti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $168K *

Empower industry leaders by becoming a trusted partner in their success. Work cross-functionally to enhance customer operations and drive value through innovative solutions. This role offers growth po...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $233K *

Elevate user experiences by enhancing native applications, collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative features and integrations, and leveraging your expertise in mobile development to impa...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$179K - $232K *

Shape the future of mobile engagement by enhancing consumer-facing applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovative features across both iOS and Android platforms, delivering tailored...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $188K *

Drive impactful product development for an innovative AI platform by collaborating with cross-functional teams, defining scalable capabilities, and ensuring compliance while delivering measurable cust...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$54K - $145K *

Elevate your career by managing cloud and data technologies in a dynamic environment. Drive application deployment, data pipelines, and AI automation while ensuring system reliability and operational...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $165K *

Lead comprehensive demand generation efforts by managing campaigns, events, and HubSpot systems to enhance pipeline efficiency. Influence strategy and execution for paid media, thereby driving measura...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$298K - $340K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic statistical programming initiatives, ensuring top-quality deliverables and compliance across diverse clinical trials. Collaborate with cross-functional partners t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of innovative AI features, ensuring quality and speed by building end-to-end solutions. Collaborate with product and design teams to transform AI concepts into impactful user...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of machine learning by designing scalable architectures for production systems. Collaborate across teams to optimize data processing and model deployment, ensuring high performanc...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer implementations and optimize data pipelines while tackling complex technical challenges. Thrive in dynamic environments, utilize AI tools, and effectively communicate solutions to e...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic vision and execution of an enterprise file system portfolio, ensuring market leadership through effective product strategy, customer engagement, and a high-performing product manage...

Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Azure solutions, leading medium-scale client engagements and complex projects. Drive technical leadership, solution architecture, and mentoring while collaborat...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic healthcare programs, enhancing integrated delivery systems through innovative project solutions and stakeholder engagement while mentoring junior analysts and ove...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading materials management for a Nuclear Development project. Collaborate with engineering, procurement, and vendors to ensure effective planning and execution, driving project s...

Richland, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by developing AI-driven test automation solutions for airline APIs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing workflows and ensure high-quality software delivery i...

Miami, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the modernization of a legacy system. Drive architectural decisions, enhance engineering practices, and foster a culture of innovation while ensuring reliable delivery and c...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer global payroll operations, ensuring compliance and accuracy across multiple regions. Lead payroll processes and provide exceptional support as you contribute to the team’s expansion and effici...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Join a forward-thinking team to enhance user experiences through innovative AI solutions and full-stack development, impacting industries worldwide by improving workflows within the Samsara dashboard...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $215K *

Shape the future of value-based payments by leading product strategy, overseeing team development, and driving market innovations within a collaborative, cross-functional environment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $260K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our platform's foundation. Tackle complex systems, improve developer tooling, and drive AI tool adoption to elevate engineering practices and platform performance across a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $165K *

Lead the charge in building cutting-edge data lakes and warehouses, guiding cross-functional teams to optimize data strategies, ensuring robust architecture, and mentoring junior engineers in a dynami...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower finance leadership with data-driven insights by building models, pipelines, and visualizations. Collaborate across systems to ensure data accuracy and support strategic decision-making in a dy...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$171K - $269K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop strategies, and influence product roadmaps. Use technical expertise to solve business challenges and communicate insights effectively t...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Transform the AI landscape in Financial Services by leveraging your expertise to guide strategic initiatives and drive innovation as a Director of AI Industry Solutions, supporting customer engagement...

New York City, NYRemote

Reposted 4 days 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.