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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$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions for cutting-edge AI acceleration. Drive strategic customer engagements, optimize performance, and co-develop industry-leading applications within a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage enterprise-wide AI adoption, transforming change management with LLM-powered solutions. Drive customer engagement, oversee program delivery, and build strategic relationships to enhance satisfa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform product vision and engineering for a dynamic platform that connects teams and AI, driving impactful user experiences. Shape strategy, lead development, and collaborate across disciplines to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $145K *

Drive insights and elevate product performance through advanced analytics, dashboard development, and change management. Own the metrics that inform product health and foster a culture of evidence-bas...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Pioneer the strategic development of global data centers, leveraging collaboration across teams to drive AI initiatives and capacity growth while minimizing risks and costs. Lead and mentor a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $252K *

Empower clients by shaping innovative AI and ML solutions, guiding teams to drive impactful engagements and deliver technical excellence throughout the entire sales process, while mentoring and develo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to the success of our data platform by leading product execution and defining data quality standards. Engage with customers and engineers to deliver valuable solutions, ensuring alignment b...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data engineering excellence by designing and implementing robust systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance data solutions, ensuring alignment with business obje...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that drives the evolution of data engineering through innovative solutions, core architecture design, and strategic project collaboration, shaping the future of robust and scalable data sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Make your mark at our growing company as you lead the evolution of our analytics layer, partnering with diverse teams to ensure reliable data insights. Drive the development of self-serve tools and ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations using AI technology. Shape architectural decisions and collaborate with engineering teams to develop scalable backend services, improving member exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $275K *

Drive data transformation in Financial Services by leading analytics initiatives, managing client portfolios, and fostering relationships with partners. Shape strategies in data governance and AI for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Develop strategic healthcare analytics initiatives leveraging diverse data assets. Own the analytical roadmap, build tools for go-to-market teams, and guide data-driven strategies for senior stakehold...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $258K *

Deliver AI-driven product strategies to enhance Finance operations. Lead cross-functional teams in developing scalable solutions that meet enterprise needs while fostering partnerships to drive produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Deliver exceptional data architecture as a Principal Data Engineer, driving AI-first strategies and standards to enhance insights and data governance, while mentoring engineers and influencing cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Tackle the development of a comprehensive data strategy and central warehouse while enabling cross-functional teams with trusted analytics to drive informed business decisions and foster organizationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Take ownership of building powerful data connectors between legacy ETL platforms and modern cloud systems. Engage in data parsing, lineage modeling, and automated testing to enhance framework integrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that drives innovative content solutions for healthcare education, enhancing learning experiences by developing and managing cutting-edge content platforms that support accredited educatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$141K - $173K *

Champion data solutions and innovate cloud-based architectures as you design, develop, and build scalable data pipelines while collaborating across teams to enhance business analytics and governance s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $173K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing scalable data solutions, developing cloud-based data pipelines, and driving innovation to meet evolving business needs while mentoring and collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Drive the engineering platform for IGA/IAM, managing environments, pipelines, and operations. Lead a global team, ensuring security, compliance, and reliability as you enhance client delivery and supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in crafting powerful data integration solutions using Ab Initio and Snowflake, enhancing cloud modernization and ensuring the efficacy of data pipelines in a complex Azure environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $240K *

Transform technical program management by building and leading a high-impact team. Oversee complex, cross-functional initiatives, establish scalable practices, and ensure program launch readiness to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare by leading the development of technical program management practices, driving cross-functional initiatives, and empowering a talented TPM team to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Empower organizations by establishing and implementing effective data governance frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, security, and compliance, transforming data...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.