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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$94K - $293K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data solutions, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring data governance. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and compliance while lev...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, ensuring quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for data management and integration...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Transform data landscapes by building scalable solutions for ingestion, transformation, and governance. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data pipelines and ensure compliance while...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $253K *

Develop and implement robust data solutions, leveraging cloud and big data technologies to optimize data pipelines and governance processes, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and reporting acro...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Drive data engineering initiatives by creating scalable data solutions for ingestion, transformation, and governance. Leverage cloud technologies and best practices to optimize data pipelines and ensu...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Optimize data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for data management and compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Engineer robust data solutions by leveraging cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and governance, ensuring high-quality data pipelines and compliance across vari...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

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

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data solutions, optimizing data workflows, and ensuring data governance while leveraging cloud and big data technologies to drive business insig...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Drive data engineering excellence by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, optimizing workflows, and ensuring data governance across cloud environments to enhance business insights and oper...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform data management by building scalable pipelines and governance frameworks. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, quality, and compliance, ensuring seamless inte...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Join a team that's transforming data solutions by building scalable pipelines and automating data flows. Leverage cloud technologies and engineering principles to enhance data governance and drive ins...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by building innovative data solutions and pipelines. Leverage your expertise in cloud technologies and data governance to drive impactful busi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Lead the development of data solutions for ingestion, transformation, and governance, utilizing cloud and big data technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize data pipelines and ensure compliance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

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

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Transform data landscapes by building scalable pipelines and governance frameworks. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, quality, and compliance, while collaborating wi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join our dynamic team to lead data engineering initiatives that drive business outcomes, enhance operational efficiency, and leverage innovative technologies. Shape the future with strategic oversight...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $158K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading innovative solutions and driving best practices across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable data products while mentoring engineers...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Launch data engineering initiatives in a dynamic startup, designing scalable pipelines and collaborating with teams to optimize processes while ensuring data quality and integrity in a fast-paced envi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $239K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Data Engineering team focused on delivering robust datasets, influencing financial models, and enhancing product capabilities through strategic partnerships and innovat...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$199K - $258K *

Lead the Data Engineering team to architect resilient financial models and datasets that enhance product integrity. Collaborate across teams to ensure data governance standards are met while innovatin...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $159K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing analytical data models and pipelines, collaborating across teams to enhance data-driven solutions that support research and care programs within a dynamic...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading a talented team to design and optimize enterprise-grade data platforms, ensuring high performance and reliability while mentoring engineers and driving...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $176K *

Lead and innovate in data engineering and analytics, managing a team while architecting scalable solutions and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive business automation and e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $253K *

Lead the charge in building a robust data platform, enhancing real-time data access, and optimizing costs. Manage a senior team of engineers to ensure platform health, observability, and alignment wit...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.