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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building scalable data pipelines and models to analyze infrastructure costs and utilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create insights that drive strategic decisio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $200K *

Lead the design and architecture of embedded Qt applications, managing a cross-functional team to drive innovation and ensure high-quality standards in software development and system integration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and delivering enterprise data management capabilities, driving product strategy and roadmap while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex data challenge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform client data strategies by building scalable Microsoft Fabric pipelines that drive analytics and reporting. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and optimize performance, directly...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform client data experiences by building scalable Microsoft Fabric pipelines that drive analytics and reporting. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and optimize performance, directly...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful data engineering solutions that enhance client analytics and reporting. Build scalable pipelines and optimize performance in Microsoft Fabric, ensuring data quality and reliability whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$236K - $354K *

Lead the design and architecture of large-scale Continuous Integration systems, enhancing developer workflows and software delivery across a multi-cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to drive te...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Lead the design and optimization of cloud-based data pipelines, enhancing infrastructure for large-scale datasets while providing technical leadership and ensuring operational readiness in a collabora...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Transform marketing capabilities by leading AI-native product initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer adoption, feature expansion, and revenue growth while defining stra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by partnering with data science to build and maintain robust ML pipelines. Drive automation and observability in production systems, ensuring reliable match data at scale while coll...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by engineering robust ML pipelines and automating data workflows. Collaborate with data scientists to ensure reliable, scalable systems while enhancing documentation and testing in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$162K - $387K *

Champion the design and implementation of impactful data solutions, collaborating globally to enhance user and revenue growth through effective data strategies and warehousing systems, all while empow...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $168K *

Lead the development of data science solutions to proactively identify vehicle and product-quality issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create reliable metrics, algorithms, and dashboa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $168K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of vehicle quality through data science. Develop and operationalize solutions that identify emerging issues, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive insig...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Manage and lead cross-functional teams to design and deliver data integration solutions, ensuring agile, secure, and scalable data platforms that drive analytics and insights for informed decision-mak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire cross-functional teams to design and deliver innovative data integration solutions, driving digital transformation and enabling data-driven decision-making across the enterprise with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $90K *

Unlock your potential by designing prompt strategies that enhance data annotation and localization workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive AI-driven solutions, ensuring quality and...

CanadaRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Unlock potential by leading Snowflake data architecture projects, guiding technical solutions, and ensuring robust data integration. Collaborate in a global team to enhance automation and self-service...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Advance your career by ensuring optimal database performance and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust architecture, perform upgrades, and support database applications...

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

$145K - $175K *

Pioneer the future of engineering leadership by guiding global teams to deliver resilient, high-performance platforms that enhance index management and operational workflows while fostering a culture...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of enterprise software by leading development teams to enhance a cloud-native automation platform, driving technical strategy and operational excellence while fostering innovation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock the potential of machine learning by designing robust data pipelines, enhancing data quality, and driving innovations in AI model training through collaboration and advanced engineering practic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $202K *

Join a team that’s transforming data into innovative AI solutions. As a Lead AI Engineer, you'll drive the architecture and implementation of AI platforms, collaborating with various stakeholders to o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$87K - $266K *

Drive innovation in data engineering by building robust GCP solutions. Collaborate with clients and senior architects to design, implement, and optimize data pipelines and AI models, ensuring high-qua...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining data solutions by leveraging Google Cloud Platform expertise. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll build data pipelines, support AI development, and collaborate with clients...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.