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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$160K - $200K *

Unlock your potential by driving AI sales strategies and fostering customer partnerships. Collaborate with top experts to bring transformative AI solutions to market, ensuring impactful growth and suc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions by translating architectural concepts into practical designs. Collaborate across engineering disciplines while leading HVAC standards and ensuring effective ex...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Deliver innovative full-stack solutions while leading a distributed engineering team. Drive technical strategy, ensure quality, and foster collaboration across teams to achieve product goals in a dyna...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$275K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead quality and technical governance for mission-critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement across the facility lifecycle from design to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of customer-facing AI solutions by owning the end-to-end experience of a conversational agent, driving design decisions, and enhancing interactions for millions o...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Lead core banking system conversions for credit unions, ensuring seamless project delivery through effective stakeholder communication, data migration, and interface integration, while managing risks...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $325K *

Drive transformative initiatives in cloud infrastructure engineering, ensuring high availability and performance across global networking, HPC systems, and distributed storage, while mentoring teams t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $149K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex product development projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence from initiation to delivery in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive customer success by managing onboarding, project delivery, and ongoing support. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the customer experience and ensure long-term account growth in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $132K *

Contribute to finance transformation by analyzing processes, supporting design, and ensuring implementation success. Own client deliverables, build relationships, and leverage expertise in financial o...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Lead the charge in product management by guiding technical solutions from conception to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to integrate innovative technologies and meet customer needs in network a...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform numerical capabilities by developing innovative algorithms and solutions, engaging in model building, and collaborating with software teams to enhance product performance and deliver impactf...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of travel technology by owning the design and experience of a cutting-edge AI-powered conversational agent, collaborating with partners to drive innovation and enhance customer intera...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Play a key role in designing and optimizing enterprise-scale cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance operations, automate processes, and support mission-cri...

Sterling, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $203K *

Champion innovative quality engineering and automation strategies to modernize delivery processes, leveraging AI-driven techniques and AWS-native solutions, while leading a high-performing team to enh...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $203K *

Shape the future of quality engineering by leading AI-driven automation strategies, enhancing delivery processes, and fostering a high-performing team in a hands-on technical leadership role focused o...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science to drive insights and solutions. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and deliver actionable recommendations tha...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading ServiceNow initiatives, driving innovation while managing projects and collaborating on demos to enhance customer solutions. Engage with teams to ensure alignment with...

Arlington, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $400K *

Champion innovative research in clinical AI, driving the development of executable clinical logic modules and experiments to enhance decision-making in healthcare. Collaborate with founders and clinic...

Montreal, QCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $251K *

Join our team to lead the strategy and vision for innovative data products, enhancing our data platform and customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive exceptional insights and deliver sol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex project implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance. Leverage Salesforce expertise to optimize processes and foster client relations...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by developing complex software applications and leading projects. This role influences policies and supports junior engineers, driving innovation and efficiency in business processes...

Alabama, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Inspire data-driven decision-making as you lead analytics and predictive modeling efforts. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient engagement, forecast demand, and measure impact, driving strategi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Oversee large-scale industrial automation projects from concept to commissioning. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality standards while mentoring future...

United StatesRemote

2 days 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.