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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$105K - $145K *

Partner with us to empower our customer training initiatives using your medical economics expertise. Leverage your knowledge in value-based care to enhance training programs that drive customer adopti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$214K - $216K *

Transform grocery industry impact through technical leadership in Ads. Own complex programs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive quality execution that enhances experiences for customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$149K - $230K *

Unlock your potential as a Solutions Engineer to drive customer success by leveraging your technical expertise and sales skills, engaging with prospects and existing clients to enhance satisfaction an...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$253K - $354K *

Architect and lead impactful ML systems at scale, driving innovative deep learning strategies and guiding technical direction while mentoring engineers to enhance Reddit's content discovery and user e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $230K *

Join a team that's leveraging advanced analytics to optimize credit strategies and mitigate risk across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and enhance credit risk m...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading marketplace analytics to optimize supply, demand, and pricing strategies, driving growth and profitability in a high-impact role. Collaborate across teams to enhance user e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $178K *

Accelerate progress at enhancing AI integration capabilities by connecting SaaS tools and internal systems. Collaborate with teams to drive automation that fits their workflows, unlocking new efficien...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $160K *

Champion data-driven product strategies by leading experimentation and analytics initiatives. Collaborate across teams to drive customer-centric product decisions and foster a culture of validation an...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation in AI-powered tools by leading a multidisciplinary engineering team. Own the development of scalable, user-centric solutions that empower crime fighters while ensuring high quality an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Invent scalable cloud solutions that modernize workforce tools, applying deep engineering skills and AI expertise to enhance operational efficiency for millions of students and schools. Collaborate ac...

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1 week ago

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

$202K - $274K *

Empower the evolution of Identity systems by re-architecting for multi-product success. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle design challenges and deliver scalable solutions that enhance user...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a dynamic engineering team to build scalable infrastructure that addresses complex regulatory challenges and unlocks real-world outcomes for users across di...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading creative strategy to transform insights into compelling narratives that drive business impact. Elevate brand performance while mentoring a team and collaborating across glo...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $320K *

Optimize developer productivity by owning the monorepo and enhancing the build/test/deploy systems for a fast-growing team. Collaborate for operational excellence across a multi-cloud infrastructure...

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Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $254K *

Join a leading-edge team to design and implement scalable data infrastructure, empowering performance marketing through innovative data solutions and collaboration across functions in a highly dynamic...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the gaming landscape by driving strategic growth and client partnerships. Lead a high-value account portfolio to deliver innovative AI and technology solutions while managing P&L and navigat...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$137K - $244K *

Elevate production environments by serving as the key technical liaison for product teams. Optimize containerization processes and collaborate closely with platform teams to ensure seamless integratio...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading global clinical trial projects, ensuring quality delivery and client satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence and continuous...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead and scale a dynamic engineering organization to enhance our Developer Platform, driving seamless integrations that improve customer satisfaction and streamline development processes in a high-gro...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $374K *

Take ownership of diverse projects by guiding clients through all phases, leveraging expertise in SDLC and consulting methodologies, while enhancing business opportunities through effective team manag...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

The Engineering Director, Automation at Vanta will lead and grow a dynamic engineering organization focused on evolving and scaling the Developer Platform and Engineering Services. This role involves...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$121K - $168K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on crafting scalable software solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design impactful APIs and lead innovations that drive efficiency and elevate cus...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $252K *

Accelerate innovation in service applications by leading technical strategy and collaboration across service teams to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency through tailored software s...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $135K *

Unlock the potential of data-driven marketing as you lead the go-to-market strategy for innovative products. Collaborate cross-functionally to craft compelling narratives that drive enterprise custome...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $125K *

Unlock potential by driving impactful backend system and UI development, optimizing data interactions, and maintaining a collaborative, remote-first work environment that fosters innovation and excell...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.