Director of Data Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Data Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Data Engineering guide the strategy, architecture, and delivery of data platforms that help organizations turn information into reliable, useful products and insights.

What Does a Director of Data Engineering Do?

These leaders set technical direction for data engineering, oversee the design and operation of data pipelines and platforms, and build teams responsible for dependable data access. The role often involves partnering with executives and peers in analytics, product, security, and software engineering to align data systems with business priorities.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a blend of engineering expertise and organizational leadership. Relevant strengths may include data architecture, cloud platforms, distributed processing, data warehousing, governance, privacy, reliability, and cost management. Directors also need experience hiring and developing teams, setting roadmaps, communicating trade-offs, and delivering complex projects across departments.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Director-level roles may be available across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and other data-intensive industries. Depending on an organization’s structure, the position can lead to senior leadership opportunities such as Vice President of Data Engineering, Head of Data, or Chief Data Officer. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation details.

Find Director of Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Director of Data Engineering jobs to discover roles that match your leadership experience and technical expertise, and review each listing for its requirements and compensation information.

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$213K - $243K *

Champion the development of a robust commercial data strategy, ensuring high-quality, AI-ready data solutions that drive impactful decision-making and enhance commercial performance across the organiz...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Create robust digital privacy solutions as a Senior Full Stack Engineer. Take ownership of the code, lifecycle, and platform scalability to directly protect sensitive data for thousands of organizatio...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $313K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of enterprise data delivery, leading customer engagements through discovery, architecture design, and actionable strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders up to Cx...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming client experiences by leading complex ERP implementations. You will manage diverse cross-functional teams, oversee project scopes and budgets, and cultivate strong clie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by managing initiatives for machine learning models and AI features. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, monitor KPIs, and enhance data-driven decision-making...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Transform infrastructure engineering by leading a global team to develop and implement design standards for AI factories, ensuring consistency and efficiency across projects while driving innovation a...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding product engineers in creating exceptional developer experiences. This role blends technical expertise and product vision, enabling you to drive impactful in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower security operations and engineering to enhance threat detection, incident response, and prevention. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to scale security measures as the organization grows...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $185K *

Engage in transforming the analytics landscape, leading the development and enforcement of enterprise metric definitions. Drive consistent and impactful reporting across teams while building data trus...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Pioneer customer success as you lead a dedicated team to maximize retention, drive customer engagement, and tailor strategies for SMB dental practices while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $280K *

Lead a dynamic product management team to shape innovative solutions in mental health care. Drive strategy, foster collaboration, and empower your team to deliver impactful products that enhance the t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $135K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise data and AI governance initiatives. Collaborate across teams to define frameworks, implement policies, and drive adoption of responsible AI practices, ensurin...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$171K - $189K *

Deliver innovative data and AI solutions by architecting scalable systems, engaging with clients, and transforming complex challenges into actionable insights. Join us to drive impactful results in en...

Rockville, MDRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $232K *

Lead the evolution of our data platform to enhance analytics and machine learning capabilities. Collaborate cross-functionally to architect robust data solutions that empower teams to leverage insight...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Transform the future of pricing and subscription systems by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance user experiences, and ensure robust architecture while collaborati...

Austin, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$179K - $224K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you guide software engineering teams to navigate complexities and enhance integrations while mentoring diverse talents in a collaborative environment...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $220K *

Lead the development and execution of scalable content operations for enterprise clients, ensuring effective workflows and governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $290K *

Contribute to building cutting-edge software systems that harness AI to solve real-world operational challenges. Drive technical strategy, collaborate across teams, and develop full-stack solutions in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $244K *

Accelerate progress at a leading trading platform by architecting and managing low-latency market data systems. Collaborate within a high-impact team to deliver reliable and high-throughput data solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in clinical data management, overseeing project execution, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering client satisfaction while managing a dynamic team and implementing innovative soluti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining People Operations by leading strategic initiatives in benefits, payroll, and automation. Drive impactful change while managing a high-performing team and collaborating ac...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$500K+*

Lead the transformation of media ingestion and distribution systems, driving automated, AI-powered workflows that enhance efficiency and accelerate content delivery to a global audience. Collaborate a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Data Engineering leads the teams and technical strategy behind an organization’s data platforms, pipelines, and infrastructure. The role typically combines architecture and operational oversight with hiring, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Data Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial data engineering experience, a record of leading technical teams, and knowledge of data architecture, cloud platforms, governance, and scalable systems. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are also valuable.

  • How much do Director of Data Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary details.

  • Where can I find Director of Data Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.