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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$97K - $140K *

Join a team that's building a robust data foundation for Finance, enhancing analytics and AI applications. You'll engineer scalable data pipelines and integrations, ensuring quality and efficiency whi...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Transform the future of data architecture by developing scalable solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strateg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative data solutions by designing and implementing modern data platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Databricks. Collaborate with clients and teams to translate business needs into scalabl...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $117K *

Transform data insights into business value by managing demand, prioritizing initiatives, and aligning stakeholders. Drive effective delivery coordination and enhance platform adoption within a collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $168K *

Transform the landscape of Retail Media and AdTech by building and integrating innovative data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance audience activation, attribution, and analy...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $260K *

Drive the future of data engineering by leading a high-performing team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to define technical strategies and ensure operational excellence while fostering grow...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in building and mentoring a high-energy team of Support Engineers. Drive exceptional customer experience by optimizing processes and delivering on key performance metrics in a fast-pac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $146K *

Engage in transforming and optimizing data architectures, ensuring timely delivery of trusted data assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data pipelines and support analytics, driv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by leading innovative solutions, mentoring teams, and implementing robust data strategies to enhance operational efficiency and scalability ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $293K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of credit risk modeling by leading a talented group of machine learning engineers. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and collaborate across functions to enhance ou...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data ingestion processes by designing and maintaining real-time pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance while delivering reliable, low-latenc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Innovate data ingestion pipelines to ensure reliable, real-time data flow across security domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and compliance, supporting mission-cr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower data-driven decisions by designing and maintaining real-time data ingestion pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance across security domains, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape data strategy by building and scaling ingestion pipelines and infrastructure to empower teams with reliable, self-serve data products and support AI-ready workflows, directly impacting company-w...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of data engineering and analytics. Leverage your expertise to design, manage, and modernize enterprise data platforms using Microsoft tools, driving impactful d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and managing scalable enterprise data platforms using Azure and Microsoft Fabric, combining technical expertise with strong data governance and stakeholder leadership to a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by building scalable AI solutions. Collaborate with experts to create innovative Lakehouse architectures and streamline production processes, ensuring im...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $114K *

Transform data systems and pipelines to empower AI/ML applications, collaborating with technical teams to enhance mission-critical operations and ensure data quality across the Navy IT ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing delivery predictability and quality across external engineering teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify risks, improve processes, and ensure alignment with busine...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable data pipelines and BI solutions using GCP technologies. Leverage your expertise in BigQuery, dbt, and Power BI to drive data-driven decision-making...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's focused on building scalable data solutions using GCP technologies. Leverage your expertise in data engineering and BI to design, develop, and optimize data pipelines, reporting, an...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud-based data solutions, leveraging tools like Google BigQuery, dbt, and Power BI. Drive data transformation and reporting initiatives while ensuring dat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of global data centers by driving innovative planning strategies and managing complex programs that influence multi-billion-dollar investments and capacity delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize data pipelines by designing and managing robust GCP solutions that support enterprise analytics and reporting, ensuring efficiency for large-scale data environments and alignment with AI/ML i...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.