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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$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer success operations by building a dynamic team and optimizing workflows. Leverage analytics to drive insights, design training programs, and ensure seamless collaboration across functi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client success through effective implementation of advanced MMM solutions. Engage with stakeholders, optimize processes with AI, and translate complex data insights into a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $190K *

Drive the development of cross-platform applications by creating innovative, polished user experiences in React Native, while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance existing iOS and Android prod...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower your future by leading a software engineering team focused on building and scaling identity and access management systems for a transformative digital experience in life insurance. Drive innov...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Deliver high-quality projects as a Technical Project Manager, leading teams in machine learning and data science across multiple systems, ensuring timely and effective communication, collaboration, an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Partner with us to lead the transformation of data analytics platforms, guiding teams through cloud-agnostic implementations while leveraging advanced tools and technologies in a dynamic, collaborativ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $201K *

Accelerate product innovation by leading the development of data pipelines, defining the vision and strategy for customer-centric solutions that enhance data processing across platforms, ensuring alig...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $391K *

Join our team to lead innovative engineers in crafting a data annotation platform. Drive operational efficiency with cutting-edge automation and scalable workflows, aligning engineering efforts with s...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Drive client relationships and strategic initiatives in a dynamic environment, leading a team to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that align with client goals across multiple channels. Foster...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$188K - $265K *

Architect the next generation of a machine learning platform to enhance pricing innovation, streamline workflows, and ensure deployable models. Collaborate with researchers to optimize R&D processes a...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $175K *

Empower global payroll efficiency by leading multi-country operations, ensuring compliance in 12 countries, and driving innovations in payroll technology. This role blends hands-on payroll management...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $237K *

Drive strategic direction and innovation in Actuarial Science, leading teams in pricing, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring regulatory compliance and enhancing operational efficiency a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as you drive enterprise sales for cutting-edge AI and HPC solutions in defense, building trusted relationships and leading complex sales cycles within U.S. Army organizations for...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $160K *

Empower large-scale customer projects by leading multi-workstream implementations. As a key facilitator, you will align stakeholders, manage risks, and ensure solutions meet success criteria within ag...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $135K *

Manage and support the integrity of ecommerce analytics, ensuring reliable data governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to uphold compliance and execute analytics strategies, driving trust...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $195K *

Lead the development of innovative drug-device combination products, oversee cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while managing projects from concept through...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading underwriting performance strategies for a top Fortune 20 company. Drive insights and optimization while fostering relationships ensure competitive claims experience and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of graph data systems and architectures that enhance business operations, enabling advanced analytics and insights across enterprise domains. Collaborate wi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K *

Advance the future of sports analytics by designing and implementing innovative machine learning systems to optimize data-driven predictions and enhance product offerings in a collaborative, remote en...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$240K - $300K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role overseeing data strategy execution, analytics development, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance commercial operations and report key performance indicato...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$137K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and optimizing robust pipelines, leveraging cutting-edge tools for efficient data processing and enabling strategic insights for decision-making acros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI/ML innovation, driving enterprise solutions and mentoring engineering talent. This senior role blends technical leadership with hands-on development, making a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Engineer innovative AI governance solutions by leading a team to automate approval processes, ensure responsible AI standards, and enhance operational efficiency with dynamic tools and workflows that...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Champion innovative GPU-accelerated data processing solutions while collaborating with technical experts and industry leaders to enhance performance and influence next-gen architectures and standards...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $260K *

Partner with us to drive innovation within our IAM platform, influencing the authentication and authorization strategies for millions of users while mentoring a talented team across a scalable tech st...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.