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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$95K - $115K *

Execute data integration strategies by optimizing data pipelines and architecture to enhance functionality across teams. Collaborate with developers and analysts to transform raw data into actionable...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions to enhance business insights. Oversee a team to design and implement a robust data warehouse, ensuring high-quality data governance and supporti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

Unlock operational excellence by partnering with customers to solve complex technical challenges, improve system reliability, and automate workflows, enhancing overall efficiency across energy market...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$193K - $317K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to redefine storage infrastructure through AI-driven solutions. Drive technical strategy, mentor talent, and ensure predictable delivery while bridging product...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $160K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on building scalable data pipelines and optimizing data processes. Collaborate in a mission-driven environment that values innovation and accounta...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $185K *

Empower our engineering team by leading talent development, fostering collaboration, and enhancing technical practices. Drive organizational growth while remaining engaged in hands-on engineering to e...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $220K *

Lead a high-performing data engineering team, guiding architectural design and improving data platforms to deliver actionable insights across business functions and ensure compliance, security, and op...

San Diego, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven solutions as a seasoned Data Engineer, leveraging 10+ years of expertise in Databricks and SQL to analyze requirements, generate reports, and optimize data processes while collabo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $274K *

Elevate data engineering strategies by leading a team to design, develop, and maintain scalable integration solutions. Drive innovative data governance practices and collaborate with executives to fos...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$182K - $274K *

Join a team that's redefining how data drives strategic decisions across Operations. Lead the design and oversight of data platforms that enhance analytics capabilities while fostering a culture of in...

Pomona, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$405K - $485K *

Join as a leader to drive innovation in data infrastructure, guiding a team in scaling data warehousing and streaming systems. Collaborate across all departments to optimize data flow and empower deci...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Drive growth by leading and mentoring a high-performance data team, owning and enhancing data infrastructure to support business decisions and scalability, while collaborating across departments to me...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$307K - $427K *

Lead the charge in shaping data quality strategies for AI initiatives, ensuring high-quality datasets for Search and DeepMind. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and establish...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize data integration by building robust backend frameworks and services that enable seamless access, movement, and processing of data across enterprise systems, ensuring high reliability and perf...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Engineer, driving data transformation and governance in a dynamic team. Collaborate across departments to enhance our Snowflake platform, ensuring data integrity and pe...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K *

Champion scalable data infrastructure and optimize performance for data processing systems. Collaborate across teams to build and manage data pipelines, ensuring reliability and governance in a dynami...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing robust data pipelines and backend systems that enhance cloud-based applications, ensuring data reliability and performance for innovative business solutions and analytics...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $150K *

Champion the design and maintenance of a robust data platform, leading a team of engineers to optimize data flows and ensure high-quality analytics. Collaborate across functions to align technical sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Develop and optimize data integration pipelines and APIs for geospatial data visualization. Collaborate on full-stack applications, ensuring secure access and efficient data retrieval within cloud-bas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the development and optimization of data integration pipelines and APIs, enhancing geospatial data visualization. Leverage your expertise in cloud-based data engineering and full-stack a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $144K *

Unlock your potential as you collaborate across teams to develop modern data solutions, enhance data workflows, and drive data-driven decision-making using innovative technologies like Palantir Foundr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $245K *

Unlock potential by transforming complex data into reliable, user-friendly datasets. Collaborate with engineers and researchers to enhance data quality and accessibility, ensuring efficient support fo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$98K - $140K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines and workflows, leading technical initiatives, and collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality data solutions. Your expertise will enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $265K *

Champion the technical strategy for data engineering, leading a team to build reliable, scalable systems that support analytics and decision-making across a growing healthcare company, fostering innov...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.