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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$142K - $184K *

Unlock potential by leading innovation in IAM security, driving technical strategy across frontend and backend systems while mentoring peers and building scalable, resilient solutions that impact mill...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of client relationships by co-developing strategic roadmaps and fostering deep partnerships. Drive innovation and AI solutions to deliver value while leading cross-functional teams in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $120K *

Lead the charge in strategic client management, optimizing marketing performance and driving software sales while building impactful partnerships through data-driven insights and consultative selling...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$141K - $175K *

Optimize the full customer transaction lifecycle while leading a high-performing team. Drive collections, ensure accuracy in billing and cash application, and deliver insights through executive-level...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by architecting scalable analytics systems and AI-driven workflows that empower decision-making across our enterprise SaaS business, paving the way for innovation and growth in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $211K *

Lead and innovate comprehensive compensation strategies, driving competitive and equitable pay structures. Collaborate cross-functionally with leaders to enhance talent attraction and retention while...

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1 week ago

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

$240K - $253K *

Lead compensation strategy, driving excellence across pay systems and cross-functional engagement. Oversee design, execution, and analytics while fostering talent retention initiatives that align with...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead digital systems integration for life sciences, focusing on MES and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize client-facing solutions and drive project succes...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$139K - $219K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic direction and execution of a technical data platform, driving connector enhancements, and ensuring data integrity to support robust customer outcomes and inte...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $240K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in shaping product strategies for the Legal & Insurance vertical focused on enhancing medical record retrieval and analysis. Collaborate across teams to build scal...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$330K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of promotional asset recommendations and marketing performance. Utilize your analytics expertise to enhance stakeholder strategies and drive subscriber growth thr...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Deliver robust cloud security solutions by integrating advanced AWS architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving DevSecOps practices in a dynamic, collaborative IT environme...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$286K - $326K *

Lead innovative data pipeline strategies as an influential technical expert, driving operational excellence and scalable solutions across diverse business lines through deep AWS expertise and collabor...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$393K - $492K *

Champion revenue growth by crafting our Go To Market strategy. Collaborate with teams to explore new market opportunities, establish enterprise relationships, and build a motivated sales team that dri...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Optimize asset data management by leading our Data Analytics team to enhance reliability and support strategic asset initiatives. Oversee database systems and ensure effective coaching to improve data...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$195K - $210K *

Take ownership of product strategy in healthcare data integration, ensuring reusable capabilities across partnerships and driving value from clinical, laboratory, and consumer-health data for enhanced...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic Data & Analytics team, driving insights and operational excellence while managing a multifaceted group. Forge partnerships with stakeholders to establish governance standards, enhancing...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$152K - $220K *

Innovate cutting-edge machine learning solutions leveraging extensive data lakes to enhance construction intelligence. Architect robust pipelines, manage data quality, and collaborate in an agile envi...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$210K - $225K *

Empower innovation in healthcare by defining product strategies for clinical data integration. Drive partnerships and develop reusable solutions that enhance interoperability and patient outcomes in a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $295K *

Lead growth initiatives for the Arc Network and Circle’s platform, collaborating with teams to enhance developer engagement, expand user adoption, and conceive innovative product features that drive m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Architect innovative storage solutions and enhance infrastructure for AI and performance-focused environments, tackling complex challenges in file systems and networking to drive scalability and resil...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of Partner/Support Engineers to enhance advertiser relationships, drive program success, and innovate technical solutions across multiple market se...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$466K - $500K+*

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on global revenue growth through innovative machine learning solutions, collaborating across functions to enhance member experiences and optimize monetizat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$224K - $431K *

Transform cloud computing by leading a diverse software engineering team. Leverage your expertise to innovate within NVIDIA’s cutting-edge GPU cloud and Kubernetes environment, driving impactful solut...

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  •   8 - 10 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.