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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$165K - $205K *

Elevate your career by architecting and developing secure, scalable AI applications that streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency in a collaborative environment, driving productivity an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the design and implementation of our revenue systems, overseeing Salesforce and integrations while managing a team to enhance operational efficiency through data architecture and innovative techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading AI engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions. Oversee modernization initiatives and enhance AI proficiency within a dynamic, integrated environment, driving perf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Drive your career as a key Data Product Manager, influencing data strategy and delivering impactful products across health platforms and reporting systems while collaborating closely with technical te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of federal technology by driving enterprise sales within strategic System Integrator accounts, fostering relationships, and leading complex sales cycles from identification to closure...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Empower a team that's architecting large-scale systems. Drive innovation, define standards, and mentor engineering talent to enhance our core platform's architecture and reliability while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$203K - $345K *

Transform the Internal Audit function by evolving methodologies, guiding risk-based audits, and fostering stakeholder relationships to enhance business compliance and strategic objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and execute data, analytics, and AI strategies, enhancing customer decision-making and operational efficiency while championing innovation and product...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Develop cutting-edge agentic AI systems by leading design, implementation, and evaluation processes. Collaborate with engineering teams to translate innovative research into scalable, real-world solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building scalable AWS and Kubernetes infrastructures, writing Terraform modules, and creating seamless CI/CD pipelines. Partner with teams to enhance platform ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $252K *

Play a key role in driving AI transformation by leading the strategy for service applications. Collaborate with global teams to implement innovative AI-driven solutions, ensuring improved service deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $176K *

Play a key role in designing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, optimizing developer experiences, and ensuring operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across teams to enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead product strategy for cloud-native vault solutions, driving effective secrets management and session control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security offerings while ensuring h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of AI-driven products, guiding them from prototype to production. Collaborate across teams, design scalable systems, and transform messy data into actionable insights while raising engi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that designs and scales production-grade AI infrastructure, focusing on multi-cloud solutions. You'll enhance system reliability and security while driving automation in DevOps and enablin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team focused on proactive vulnerability research and software engineering. Drive innovation through AI automation and shape the future of offensive security wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $204K *

Join us to develop and maintain advanced HR data architecture in Snowflake. Lead data governance and ensure high-quality data through optimized ETL/ELT processes while collaborating with cross-functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform AI initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, aligning Gen AI strategies with business goals, and delivering impactful solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $275K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leading a high-performing engineering team. Drive technical strategy, promote best practices, and ensure top-notch quality in product delivery while aligning w...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $290K *

Transform consumer experiences by leading a vital engineering team in mobile and web projects. Drive technical strategy, enhance user journeys, and foster cross-team collaboration while ensuring syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading data management projects that drive customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to enhance solutions and deliver results, while managing budgets, timelines, and pr...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in building a robust integrations platform by managing APIs, ensuring data quality, and supporting partner deployments without direct engineering involvement. Drive product strategy an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $220K *

Pioneer the enterprise systems architecture and strategy, driving the integration of financial and commercial platforms while overseeing AI agent governance in a scalable, compliant environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $257K *

Champion the narrative for innovative financial technology products, leading communications strategy and execution. Engage with media and audiences to elevate Circle's profile in the evolving agentic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.