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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$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by leading full-stack engineering teams, driving the execution of complex technology initiatives, and ensuring delivery of high-performing applications that align with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Shape your future by leading dynamic engineering teams to develop cutting-edge AI solutions. Drive innovations in full-stack development, foster a culture of excellence, and transform enterprise-wide...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by designing and maintaining scalable data systems and pipelines, integrating complex data sources while ensuring compliance and quality in a collaborative, Agile environment foc...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead a dynamic team to evaluate AI models and enhance quality engineering. Drive model evaluation strategies, automation, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure top-tier performance and user sat...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead a team of engineers to design and implement cutting-edge infrastructure solutions, driving technical excellence and innovation across multiple projects while managing team performance and alignin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $214K *

Elevate your project management career by driving initiatives in cloud infrastructure and platform environments. Collaborate with engineering partners to enhance capacity management, improve efficienc...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in leading a diverse technical team to drive innovative engineering solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and t...

Warren, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data initiatives, driving MDM and semantic layer strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable data solutions across complex organizations...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Empower engineering teams to enhance assessment services through leadership, technical expertise, and responsible AI adoption. Drive team performance and customer outcomes across diverse product areas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Champion enterprise product excellence by leading development of features that drive adoption in large organizations. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver user-centric solutions tailored for regu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leveraging your expertise in machine learning and data engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform regulatory data into actionable insights while ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$209K - $273K *

Drive high-impact initiatives within a growth-focused team, leading engineers in optimizing customer acquisition through experimentation and innovative strategies. Champion collaboration, technical ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $273K *

Lead the charge in a high-impact Growth team, managing and mentoring engineers, optimizing delivery, and driving product strategy to enhance customer acquisition and engagement efficiently...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $231K *

Advance enterprise data governance by managing operations, developing policies, and leading teams to ensure data quality and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance governance maturity an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Drive enterprise data governance initiatives, enhancing data quality and stewardship. Lead a team to implement policies and standards, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency while fostering co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $208K *

Optimize enterprise data governance operations, leading teams to enhance data quality, stewardship, and compliance. Drive strategic initiatives while fostering collaboration across technical and busin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Empower a team that's driving enterprise data governance initiatives. Lead operations, develop policies, and enhance data stewardship across the organization while ensuring compliance and fostering co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $231K *

Innovate enterprise data governance operations, enhancing data stewardship, quality, and compliance. Lead teams to implement policies and drive strategic initiatives, ensuring AI-ready data understand...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform the data platform by owning product direction and delivery. Collaborate across teams to prioritize needs, streamline processes, and ensure engineering focuses on impactful projects while enh...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Champion the evolution of data platforms by leading hands-on design and development efforts. Drive scalable data engineering practices, empowering teams with streamlined data processes and ensuring op...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the design and execution of advanced data platforms, driving technical strategy and hands-on development to empower teams with robust, governed data solutions that enhance performance and qua...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Help us transform our data platform through technical leadership, building scalable systems and pipelines. Work collaboratively with domain teams to drive architectural vision into practice while ensu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $202K *

Lead the technical roadmap and modernize data solutions infrastructure, enhancing off-platform integrations and measurement capabilities while driving AI-first engineering initiatives and cross-team c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate by modernizing People systems through AI-driven automation and integration. Own core platforms like Workday HCM and ServiceNow HRSD, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while leadi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Partner with us to modernize People systems by owning core platforms, leveraging AI, and driving automation. You'll enhance operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to transform HR techn...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.