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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$153K - $213K *

Drive efficiency by automating internal processes, enhancing productivity across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify bottlenecks, implement AI solutions, and ensure measurable impact on w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge enterprise data architectures that enable scalable, secure, and AI-ready solutions, while collaborating with technical teams to deliver impactful client engag...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $287K *

Drive innovative machine learning solutions by leading cross-functional teams to deliver real-time safety insights from AI dash cameras, leveraging data from various sources to enhance fleet safety an...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $205K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $170K *

Tackle the challenges of DataOps/MLOps by automating CI/CD, governance, and observability in a regulated environment. Lead engineering teams in building reliable data pipelines and ML models while opt...

Nebraska, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

Santa Clara, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$223K - $317K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Transform enterprise cybersecurity programs by leading AI-driven initiatives and modernization efforts. Collaborate with C-suite executives to design and implement comprehensive security roadmaps, enh...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $235K *

Engineer innovative AI/ML solutions by collaborating with teams to design, deploy, and manage scalable models. Drive impactful insights through seamless API integration and advanced training resources...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $275K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $160K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K *

Drive the design and evolution of a modern enterprise data platform, establishing architecture standards and best practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, cloud-b...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$320K - $400K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $133K *

Join our dynamic Data Engineering team to influence product strategies, enhance data quality, and drive insights. Collaborate with experts to improve product engagement and efficiency while gaining ha...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development of a data catalog for AI consumption, ensuring quality and accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to onboard domains, manage readiness assessments, and drive align...

Utah, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive client growth by leading strategic TVAD initiatives, optimizing cross-channel integration, and fostering senior stakeholder relationships to achieve measurable business outcomes and financial he...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of revenue accounting by leading the integration of consumer revenue streams into a unified, automated process. Drive accuracy and efficiency while building a high-performing team...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining secure, scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security and operational excellence throughout th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $177K *

Lead the charge in transforming legacy applications into modern solutions. Drive software development excellence, foster team growth, and collaborate across departments to enhance customer experiences...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Unlock the potential of product strategy and execution by leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive enterprise transformations and ensure alignment with business objectives...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.

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    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.

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