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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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Senior Manager, Data Engineering

$212K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at defining and leading technical strategy for scalable data systems, impacting analytics, ML, and decision-making across the company while fostering a high-performing team environ...

Seattle, WA (King County)In-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Senior Manager, Data Engineering

$212K - $265K *

Engineer scalable data solutions and lead a high-performing team to drive data strategy, enhancing operational decision-making while ensuring data reliability and integrity across a fast-growing healt...

New York, NY (New York County)In-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Senior Lead Software Engineer - Custody & Securities Processing

$120K - $217K *

Join us to lead engineering teams in designing and delivering core custody platforms, ensuring quality and compliance in a complex financial services environment while driving innovation and moderniza...

Quincy, MA (Norfolk County)In-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Data Engineer Sr - E3

$106K - $198K *

Create innovative data solutions by delivering full-stack capabilities across the data lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize data processing pipelines that ensure accura...

Stratford, CTRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Data Science Manager (Hybrid)

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing data science team to drive AI innovation, enhancing product features and internal systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to embed data-driven solutions, fostering a culture...

Toronto, ONHybrid

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$59K - $164K *

Unlock your potential by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and big data tools to drive business insights and eff...

Columbus, OH (Franklin County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Design and implement scalable data solutions, optimizing ingestion and transformation processes while ensuring data quality and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driv...

Mountain View, CA (Santa Clara County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$63K - $177K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, ensuring quality and compliance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data governance and engineering...

Philadelphia, PA (Philadelphia County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring data governance while leveraging cloud and big data technologies to drive business insights...

Houston, TX (Harris County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data governance and management...

Austin, TX (Travis County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$59K - $177K *

Champion data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for optimal performance and complianc...

St. Louis, MO (Saint Louis County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$63K - $177K *

Take ownership of data engineering initiatives, designing scalable pipelines and governance processes. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and complian...

Pittsburgh, PA (Allegheny County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Join a team that's transforming data solutions through innovative engineering and governance. Leverage cloud technologies to build scalable data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while drivin...

St. Petersburg, FL (Pinellas County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by building innovative data solutions that transform and optimize data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and quality while leveraging clo...

Walnut Creek, CA (Contra Costa County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$66K - $205K *

Shape the future of data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering a...

Troy, NY (Rensselaer County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for data management and transformation...

Sacramento, CA (Sacramento County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Elevate data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data management and engineering...

San Francisco, CA (San Francisco County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$63K - $177K *

Engineer innovative data solutions to transform and optimize data pipelines, leveraging cloud and big data technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and complianc...

Raleigh, NC (Wake County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$80K - $189K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing and implementing scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and quality, while leveraging cloud technologies...

Redmond, WA (King County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$68K - $205K *

Shape the future of data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering a...

Morristown, NJ (Morris County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$70K - $205K *

Elevate your career by building robust data solutions that transform and optimize data workflows. Leverage cloud technologies and data governance principles to drive impactful insights and ensure comp...

Orlando, FL (Orange County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$66K - $205K *

Drive data solutions by building and optimizing scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data management and engineering...

New York, NY (New York County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$59K - $177K *

Accelerate data-driven decision-making by designing and implementing robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance, and leveraging cloud technologies to transform business insights into...

Milwaukee, WI (Milwaukee County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$63K - $189K *

Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data governance and management...

Boston, MA (Suffolk County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance

$66K - $205K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by building innovative data solutions and pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance and quality while leve...

East Marion, NY (Suffolk County)In-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services
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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.