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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$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers in reinventing financial reporting systems. Ensure accuracy and reliability of financial data while enhancing customer experiences. Drive multi-quarter migrations and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$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

$150K - $175K *

Drive data excellence by designing scalable pipelines and models, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights that enhance decision-making acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $175K *

Champion the creation of cutting-edge data platforms and AI solutions while collaborating with clients in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives and mentor teams to transform data into acti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that drives AI innovation by architecting and integrating cutting-edge Generative AI solutions across diverse business domains while leading cross-functional projects to enhance enterprise...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$228K - $314K *

Drive the growth of an innovative AI/BI Dashboard platform by leading multiple engineering teams, enhancing product quality, and scaling services to meet user demands while leveraging cutting-edge tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $314K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering teams to enhance AI/BI Dashboard capabilities, driving innovation in data insights and user experience while managing technical architecture and talent devel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $280K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a team that balances management with hands-on coding. Drive product quality and innovation while mentoring engineers and collaborating directly with foun...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Join us to lead a high-performing engineering team that builds an observability platform for LLM applications. Shape technical direction while collaborating with product and design to deliver impactfu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex data initiatives from concept to production, building scalable pipelines and data models that empower analytics and AI workflows, ensuring data quality and reliability for teams and cust...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading a team to design and implement innovative data solutions that enhance analytics, governance, and compliance, while fostering a culture of collaboration...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$170K - $215K *

Empower a dynamic software engineering team by leading innovative projects, enhancing development processes, and fostering technical talent. Drive collaboration and accountability while shaping the fu...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing optimized data pipelines for ML models, evolve data architecture, and automate labeling processes while collaborating with DoD customers to enhance their experience and d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing transformative applications that empower scientists to streamline decision-making in drug discovery, from target identification to validation and optimization across dive...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$364K - $500K+*

Elevate your career by leading the transition to an AI-ready data platform. Oversee a global team to establish a unified data foundation, driving governance and innovation while collaborating with cro...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines for advanced analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, support machine learning initiatives, and enhance op...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading a team of mechanical engineers to design next-gen AR hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and quality from concept to mass production, shapi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $138K *

Lead the development of high-impact Power BI solutions, optimizing data pipelines and semantic models to empower investment risk analytics. Collaborate across teams, enhancing data delivery and busine...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Drive the successful delivery of hyper-scale data center projects, overseeing all phases from design to construction. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality and timely execution while foster...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $217K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineering Scrum professionals to deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions by driving strategic initiatives and fostering a culture of technical excellence and operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.