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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$160K - $190K *

Transform the post-sale Salesforce landscape through expert Service Cloud and Experience Cloud development. Collaborate cross-functionally, owning full lifecycle management to enhance global support o...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $215K *

Transform customer experiences by leading a high-impact engineering team focused on product-led growth. Drive innovation and engagement across a comprehensive travel marketplace while enhancing effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower financial excellence by leading client finance operations, ensuring accuracy in forecasting and profitability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance decision-making and opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$159K - $206K *

Lead transformative technical programs across productivity engineering teams, ensuring optimal adoption of modern infrastructure tools and strategies. Drive collaboration, roadmap planning, and execut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team leading data platform implementations, ensuring high-quality solutions and project success. Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and tech teams to manage project delivery aligne...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive the development and modernization of large-scale enterprise data integration solutions. Utilize strong Informatica PowerCenter and SQL expertise to support complex data environments and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $216K *

Pioneer a data-driven culture! Lead cross-functional teams to elevate the iGaming product experience through analytics, experimentation, and strategic insights while nurturing a high-performing analyt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$217K - $303K *

Grow your career with our dynamic team leading innovative APIs and tooling for optimizing ad performance. Shape technical strategies and drive execution while developing talent in a collaborative envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by owning marketing measurement from campaigns to revenue. Lead tracking strategy and ensure data integrity across systems for trustworthy insights and effective business decisions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$193K - $222K *

Champion the implementation of data integrations across platforms, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize data flows, support analytics initiatives, and uph...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring a high-performing software engineering team, promoting innovation, excellence, and collaboration to deliver scalable, reliable software that aligns with bus...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Drive the vision and execution of a comprehensive enterprise data platform, ensuring strategic alignment with business objectives while translating complex needs into scalable data solutions. Lead hig...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion impactful client engagements by driving pre-sales design, managing project delivery, and fostering executive relationships. Leverage strategic vision and leadership skills to enhance account...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Oversee the operational management of large-scale federal transition services for military personnel and Veterans, ensuring effective coordination across multiple installations and providing leadershi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $180K *

Lead financial operations and strategic planning while managing a high-performing finance team to drive compliance, profitability, and innovative financial growth within a dynamic tech environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Inspire growth by leading high-performing platform engineering teams to enhance infrastructure reliability, security, and scalability. Drive impactful initiatives that empower product teams to deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive enterprise-wide data governance initiatives by collaborating with business partners, enhancing data quality processes, and developing strong data stewardship practices to ensure compliance and s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $174K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines to transform Army data into actionable insights. Collaborate to enhance decision-making through advanced analytics and robust data...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead high-performing platform engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure infrastructure while overseeing technical direction and driving initiatives that enhance developer productivity and operatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $293K *

Lead and develop a high-performing developer platform team, ensuring agility, scalability, and creativity while fostering collaboration across the organization and mentoring engineers to excel in thei...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovative predictive strategies in collections, optimizing performance and customer engagement across various channels while ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at a rapidly growing firm by leading a global talent acquisition strategy. This role requires building a dynamic, sourcing-driven recruiting team to meet ambitious hiring goals whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$153K - $165K *

Develop high-quality software solutions while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Collaborate on complex client applications and enhance system performance, ensuring scalability and reliability in c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $184K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading product strategy for innovative analytics solutions in the healthcare sector. Drive market insights, customer needs, and contribute to product vision, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $180K *

Drive comprehensive B2B demand generation strategies to accelerate revenue growth. Collaborate with sales and customer success to execute targeted ABM initiatives and leverage AI insights for impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   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.