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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$197K - $225K *

Architect and influence data engineering solutions to drive transformation. Collaborate with dynamic teams to design, build, and deliver data solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and compliance...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Create innovative data solutions by leading cross-functional teams to design, implement, and optimize data pipelines and architectures, ensuring high-performance, compliance, and scalability to meet e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Grow your career with us to design, implement, and support innovative data engineering solutions that leverage emerging technologies and enhance customer experiences in a collaborative environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Drive the development of our data infrastructure from the ground up, ensuring reliable and efficient data pipelines and warehouses. Collaborate closely with analysts and engineers to support rapid pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $134K *

Lead data solutions by designing, building, and optimizing pipelines that enable AI and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, trusted data access while mentoring peers a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$72K - $134K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines to enable AI and analytics, collaborating with cross-functional teams while ensuring data governance and security in a fast-paced environmen...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $155K *

Champion the delivery of AI and data platform projects, overseeing all phases from development to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment, manage risks, and dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's modernizing data infrastructure and AI automation. As a key contributor, you'll develop backend solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure data quality while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $118K *

Take ownership of data engineering solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to transform business challenges into scalable, cloud-based insights for enhanced customer experiences...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join our AI Deployment team to lead, manage, and enhance customer integrations. You'll oversee the deployment lifecycle, drive process improvements, and influence product direction, ensuring high-qual...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Transform the AI deployment landscape by owning the end-to-end process, driving technical excellence, and building strategic relationships with customers to ensure seamless project execution and conti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions, managing the entire lifecycle from design to client engagement. Drive process improvements and shape product strategy while fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the AI deployment process, overseeing client engagement, technical setup, and project management. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of Braze’s innovative solutions, w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $150K *

Engineer scalable data ingestion and processing solutions using Databricks. Lead design and implementation of data pipelines, mentor teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-performing...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $192K *

Optimize ML development by building agentic systems that enhance workflows for engineers across multiple platforms. Take ownership of components from design to production, ensuring reliability and eff...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $192K *

Lead the development of innovative ML infrastructure, enhancing workflows for engineers across multiple platforms. Design and implement systems that streamline model deployment and evaluation, fosteri...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $192K *

Architect systems that enhance ML development efficiency across teams, enabling faster model deployment and operational support. Own components from design to production, collaborating closely with en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$169K - $254K *

Shape the future of AI by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop robust, scalable AI agents for HR and Finance. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver innovative solutions that enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$209K - $238K *

Architect and develop innovative data solutions, collaborating with Agile teams to drive transformation and enhance customer experiences through advanced data engineering practices and technologies...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $204K *

Collaborate with engineering and product teams to design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines that capture traveler interaction data, ensuring it is reliable, timely, and easy to consume, enhanc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of backend systems by leading an engineering team to develop scalable, secure, and reliable cloud-based services that enhance homeowner experiences and support solar energy adoption a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive data strategy and analytics for U.S. Army projects, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and improve logistics a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $204K *

Pioneer innovative manufacturing processes by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive strategic direction, optimize systems, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product development and ope...

Today

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

$85K - $95K *

Drive enterprise data solutions by architecting and implementing secure ETL pipelines and integration models. Collaborate with technical authorities and lead code development to ensure high-quality, t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $274K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data governance by optimizing workflows, establishing data standards, and enhancing supply chain operations through strategic initiatives and collaboration a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.