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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$75K - $90K *

Transform enterprise deal operations by managing complex opportunities across teams. Ensure visibility and accountability throughout the deal lifecycle, removing roadblocks to drive success from deal...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$155K - $265K *

Lead the charge in transforming reliability data engineering by guiding the design and governance of enterprise data capabilities to enhance operational, regulatory, and strategic decision-making proc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$196K - $245K *

Champion data integration and activation as a senior staff engineer, leading major projects, mentoring engineers, and collaborating across teams to enhance our innovative backend systems and customer...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Champion innovative machine learning solutions, leading a team to design, implement, and optimize systems that enhance ad recommendations on a global scale, while collaborating with key stakeholders t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating a robust graph data environment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to integrate diverse data sources, evolving complex information into an accessible and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Optimize your career by supporting the development of a semantic data environment. Collaborate with engineers to integrate data sources, configure structures, and enable advanced analytics and AI-driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $203K *

Lead a software development team to enhance system performance, manage projects, and drive functional excellence. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure timely delivery of high-quality software prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $240K *

Optimize scientific data platforms by creating efficient ETL pipelines and reliable datasets. Collaborate with researchers to transform raw outputs into structured data, enhancing analysis and workflo...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$169K - $212K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architecture solutions, optimizing data products for analytics and AI. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data governance and deliver impactfu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $280K *

Accelerate progress at engineering cutting-edge systems managing hardware lifecycle, enabling teams to scale clusters effortlessly via self-service APIs, focusing on reliability, automation, and produ...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $234K *

Drive a high-impact team focused on enhancing developer experience and software delivery. Lead initiatives in AI-driven engineering practices, automation, and platform capabilities to empower engineer...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the power of data by leading innovative big data solutions. Drive end-to-end analytics, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure data quality. Join us to create scalable platforms that enhance...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead global process engineering initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and operational outcomes. Collaborate across a technical network, influencing strategy and driving enterprise-wide improvemen...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative data solutions, blending software development and analytics to empower procurement decision-making and enhance internal tools with measurable business value...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Manage the end-to-end delivery of large-scale data center projects, ensuring compliance with design, construction, and operational standards. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams to ensure timel...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead data management initiatives, ensuring quality deliverables and compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborate with vendors and internal teams to enhance processes and drive efficiencies in cli...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data solutions! As a Data Engineer, you'll design and implement innovative data pipelines and support analytics initiatives, collaborating closely with cross-functio...

1 month ago

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

$102K - $190K *

Pioneer cloud innovation by leading a team to design and manage scalable cloud systems. Shape standards and enhance architecture while ensuring security and operational excellence across platforms. Dr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $258K *

Shape revolutionary AI solutions by leading a dynamic team focused on advanced technology in R&D. Drive production-ready prototypes, establish stringent technical standards, and align cross-functional...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $258K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing a bold technical vision for applied AI, driving impactful AI initiatives and prototypes, managing a high-performing technical team, and collaborating with stak...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $258K *

Lead a team transforming AI technology by setting a bold vision, delivering prototypes, and aligning cross-functional teams to create high-impact AI initiatives for industrial applications...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Explore your potential as a Data Engineer, shaping data architecture and pipelines to drive business intelligence. Collaborate with finance and payment stakeholders to develop key data products that s...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Engineer and scale data systems that enhance data-driven decisions. Collaborate with finance and payments teams to deliver reliable architectures, resilient pipelines, and foundational data products f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Own the end-to-end data architecture, develop critical data pipelines, and enforce data quality standards to empower data-driven decisions and support analytics, ML, and product engineering efforts ac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and implementation of robust data architectures and pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven insights. Play a key role in enhancing data quality and op...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

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.