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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$175K - $230K *

Empower a dynamic team to enhance developer productivity and streamline software delivery. Lead initiatives in platform engineering, automation, and infrastructure while shaping the future of engineer...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join us to design and implement innovative ML applications that automate complex workflows. Collaborate with experts to enhance user experience, integrate tools, and ensure robust performance while sh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Generative AI, leveraging AWS to architect robust data solutions for Fortune 500 clients. Join us in creating scalable infrastructures that empower advanced AI...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Generative AI, building scalable data architectures within AWS. You'll leverage advanced tools to impact Fortune 500 clients, ensuring robust data foundations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $157K *

Grow your career with a strategic role in product marketing that empowers global advertisers by translating data insights into compelling go-to-market strategies and messaging while collaborating acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Empower a high-impact engineering team to drive product execution and innovation while collaborating with cross-functional partners to enhance product delivery and reliability, ensuring alignment with...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to lead product execution and optimize workflows. Drive hiring, team development, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance system reliability and accelerate delive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering. In this early-career role, you'll build SQL ingestion processes, create dbt models, and learn the architecture of a modern Snowflake data sta...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate program execution by managing projects, driving collaboration, and leveraging AI tools to enhance data center operations. Harness your expertise to solve complex challenges and deliver impactf...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team managing a diverse database estate. Drive innovation, ensure system reliability, and enhance self-service tooling while fostering a culture of accoun...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $270K *

Join a team pioneering AI/ML platform engineering, enhancing scalable infrastructure to empower scientific innovation. Shape the future of distributed systems and MLOps, collaborating across teams to...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive engineering success with expert support, optimizing customer workflows and resolving complex build issues while enhancing user experience through collaboration and proactive problem-solving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team of engineers to enhance system performance and reliability across major applications. Drive technical strategy and foster innovation in a collaborative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $151K *

Lead Finance analytics engineering and automation, transforming requirements into scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data usability, reliability, and decision...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$211K - $276K *

Drive innovation by leading a diverse team focused on pioneering battery technologies. Oversee R&D processes, ensuring project success from design to operational support while enhancing team capabilit...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $190K *

Lead and innovate as you build a data science team that transforms manufacturing and supply chain data into actionable insights, driving efficiency and strategic decision-making across the organizatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Build your career by developing and optimizing data integration pipelines and applications for geospatial data visualization. Collaborate with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment to enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage complex entity matching processes, ensuring accuracy and integrity across data workflows. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement effective solutions and maintain high standards i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Manage diverse architectural projects, ensuring design excellence, client engagement, and team leadership. Drive project delivery from planning to construction while maintaining budget, scope, and qua...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in energy solutions. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance operational efficiency and deliver sustainable results across v...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$126K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading complex projects and driving innovation in specialty prescription processing. Oversee engineering delivery, team health, and strategic dire...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Drive the FastAuth team's success by leading complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of specialty prescriptions while fostering team health and collaboration across multiple workstre...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a collaborative team focused on developing innovative software solutions. Engage in all phases of the SDLC, contributing to requirements gathering, design, coding, testing, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 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.