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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$171K - $190K *

Unlock potential by building robust data infrastructure for multimodal sensor data. Collaborate with senior engineers to design, deploy, and maintain high-throughput pipelines, ensuring reliability an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$139K - $219K *

Unlock innovative content discovery by leading multimodal embedding systems that enhance how users engage with video clips. Drive technical excellence and mentor engineers while shaping impactful prod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Transform the future of AI architecture by leading innovative strategies and hands-on solutions that enhance scalability, reliability, and product capabilities across a dynamic SaaS platform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $213K *

Transform data processing by building robust, low-latency pipelines for infrared missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality geospatial data products, ensuring reliabil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data science by leading model development, mentoring teams, and driving analytics solutions that enhance business performance across various domains, including...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Elevate the future of advertising technology by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive innovative solutions and optimize large-scale projects while fostering a culture of collaboration and excelle...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $142K *

Join us to lead a talented software engineering team, shaping web and mobile platforms through strategic direction and innovation, while fostering a collaborative environment that enhances e-commerce...

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

$100K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive the market strategy for analytics and MLOps, enhancing product positioning, enabling competitive insights, and crafting engaging launch materials to support major enterpri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Accelerate progress at a forward-thinking company by leading a dynamic engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence while delivering innovative product features and driving technical growth. Co...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading, mentoring, and building a high-performance team while driving innovative product features and ensuring quality execution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$241K - $456K *

Architect robust data storage solutions to enhance real-time and offline capabilities for large-scale recommendation and advertising systems, ensuring high reliability and performance for global user...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$405K - $485K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading teams to develop robust APIs and tools. Drive product roadmaps, ensure high-quality delivery, and collaborate across functions to enhance developer experience...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Optimize product launches as a Senior Manager, guiding GTM strategies and execution across diverse teams. Drive successful market entries, foster customer adoption, and shape a dynamic product introdu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $195K *

Engage in designing and executing Data & AI strategies, translating complex requirements into practical roadmaps and measurable business outcomes while collaborating with engineers, analysts, and stak...

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

$130K - $160K *

Transform the future of construction by developing AI-driven solutions that enhance permitting workflows, leveraging your machine learning expertise to deliver impactful systems that streamline the bu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $304K *

Lead and innovate in grid model management, architecting systems that unify and transform complex data into scalable, reliable software solutions while nurturing a high-performing engineering team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $222K *

Transform data insights into strategic business decisions by leading diverse teams of analysts and engineers. Drive analytics initiatives, mentor talent, and ensure project alignment with organization...

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $300K *

Partner with us to drive quality results by managing our AI vendor portfolio and enhancing our data and search capabilities. Lead end-to-end execution and coordinate closely with teams to optimize out...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $160K *

Optimize data integration and analysis for supply chain decisions, focusing on parts, procurement, and risk data. Collaborate with experts to identify constraints and enhance workflows, ensuring trace...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovation and lead high-performing engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge Wealth Management technology solutions. Drive strategic direction, operational excellence, and client-focused out...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in test engineering! Lead the system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge hardware and software, ensuring quality and performance, while collaborating acr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower cutting-edge solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining complex software systems with a focus on AI/ML applications in a collaborative and dynamic technology environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $152K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing a robust data platform, guiding a skilled engineering team to deliver scalable solutions that empower data-driven decision-making across the organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $153K *

Join a team that's driving digital merchandising excellence by optimizing product strategies, enhancing customer engagement, and leveraging data insights to boost sales across key online channels...

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  •   5 - 7 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.