Director, Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

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What is a Director, Data Engineering?

A Director of Data Engineering is a senior position predominantly responsible for overseeing the design and maintenance of an organization's databases. They supervise a team of data engineers and collaborate with data scientists to optimize data utilization and operational efficiency.

Why choose a career as a Director, Data Engineering?

With the increasing reliance on data by organizations, the demand for skilled Data Engineering Directors is on the rise. They ensure that data strategies align with organisational goals and are fundamental to driving business insights.

Steps to become a Director, Data Engineering

To get to this leadership position typically requires extensive industry experience, a strong understanding of data architecture and analytics, and proven leadership ability. An advanced degree in computer science or a related field is often preferred by employers.

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$150K - $180K *

Innovate with us to elevate our large-scale data platform. Lead a talented team in optimizing architecture, scalability, and performance, while ensuring AI/ML readiness. Drive strategic alignment and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading the evolution of a large-scale data platform, optimizing architecture and performance while guiding a skilled engineering team to enhance scalability and AI readiness...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $190K *

Drive the optimization and expansion of data infrastructure, leading a high-performing engineering team to develop scalable data solutions that support data-driven initiatives and enhance business int...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$235K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team to create and manage internal software platforms. Drive technical direction and standards, ensuring successful delivery while collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $290K *

Join a team that's passionate about optimizing the customer search journey by analyzing interaction data, leading experiments, and enhancing data systems to deliver an exceptional shopping experience...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $290K *

Transform the customer experience by leading a data engineering team, optimizing search models, and enhancing product discovery through advanced analytics and data systems for millions of daily users...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Optimize data reporting by leading the transition to a modern analytics platform. You will enhance pipeline reliability, manage product operations, and work closely with stakeholders to ensure data qu...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading Release Engineering, SecDevOps, and SRE functions. Define processes and strategy to improve reliability and velocity in a global team, ensuring soft...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $220K *

Drive innovation in data management as you shape enterprise architecture, lead cross-functional teams, and implement strategic solutions that align data initiatives with business goals. Your expertise...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $220K *

Lead innovative data architecture initiatives to enhance enterprise data capabilities, ensuring alignment with business objectives while driving technological advancements in data management and gover...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$152K - $220K *

Drive innovative data architecture and governance strategies to enhance analytics capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable solutions that align with business objectives...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Empower a global team by architecting and governing the Enterprise Data Platform, ensuring reliability and excellence. Be hands-on in platform design while collaborating across engineering, analytics...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data integration by leading a team developing scalable ETL and data solutions. Ensure data integrity and operational excellence while collaborating with stakeholders to drive innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Grow your career with us by leading the engineering strategy for our innovative, data lineage platform. Drive a collaborative team, enhance deployment practices, and ensure product excellence for regu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Elevate the engineering realm by leading a distributed team to design and execute a cutting-edge data platform for regulated enterprises, focusing on quality, security, and efficient processes in a st...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision for a high-impact Data Engineering Practice, leading strategy, P&L, talent, and client engagement to transform enterprise data into strategic assets and AI-ready infrastructure...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $267K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data engineering team, fostering innovation in AI-native data practices, and enhancing systems that drive critical decision-making in clinical operations and a...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$213K - $267K *

Grow your impact by leading a data engineering team to support rapid clinical decision-making through advanced data platforms and AI-native tools, ensuring high data quality and governance in a collab...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$153K - $230K *

Lead the charge in data engineering excellence, fostering talent while architecting robust platforms and solutions for business intelligence and data science. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Advance operational efficiency by leading data product management and engineering initiatives, transforming strategies into scalable solutions and fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary team...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Drive end-to-end data lifecycle management, ensuring a reliable architecture supports AI-driven insights while mentoring a senior team in a dynamic, healthcare-focused environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$229K *

Lead the charge in scaling data engineering capabilities in healthcare, driving secure, AI-enabled platforms for clinical intelligence. Partner across functions to enhance analytics and operational ex...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $180K *

Champion high-quality data solutions as a Senior Manager, leading a team of engineers and data scientists. Shape strategies, maintain data integrity, and empower business analytics through effective c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform the future of streaming by leading analytics engineering for content and subscriber data. Drive strategy, build teams, and optimize data infrastructure, empowering informed decision-making a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $253K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions that enhance operational excellence and patient outcomes in a fast-paced medical device environment while leading a skilled data engineering team to optimize our data...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Data Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director, Data Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's data infrastructure. They also lead a team of data engineers.

  • What is the average salary of a Director, Data Engineering?question toggle

    The average salary for a Director, Data Engineering can vary greatly, depending on the company size and location. However, positions on Ladders offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What skills are required for a Director, Data Engineering role?question toggle

    Skills required include mastery in data architecture and analytics, advanced technical skills in database languages, leadership ability, and strong problem-solving skills.