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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the development and maintenance of critical healthcare claims and EDI systems. Oversee operational performance, drive system improvements, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technology s...

Longwood, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$202K - $213K *

Lead a dynamic team of product marketers to shape the future of advertising strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and cohesive messaging that drives market leadership and enhances advertiser...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$203K - $214K *

Transform the Ads ecosystem by leading a team of product marketers to create cohesive go-to-market strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and a strong narrative that drives advertiser engageme...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a strategic role focused on enhancing project management standards and integrating enterprise initiatives. Collaborate with leaders to improve clarity, prioritization, and execu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within a high-impact engineering team, driving automation and transparency in customer assessments. Foster a culture of accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive client success and revenue. Lead integration engineering from architecture to code, educate users on best practices, and provide technical leadership in the...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $238K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage AI in enhancing application security. You'll assess vulnerabilities, implement fixes, and shape AI security strategies, driving innovation in a fast-paced environment w...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $225K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...

Redwood City, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $250K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Machine Learning Engineer, driving innovative ML solutions from research to business outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape long-term strategies, implem...

Playa Vista, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$208K - $306K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering excellence by leading platform services that enhance software development. Drive innovation, consolidate capabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $181K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AWS cloud solutions for scoring capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and efficiency, while mentoring junior engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$177K - $364K *

Join a high-performance analytics team to enhance data foundations, tooling, and insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape innovative products and ensure data quality and democratization while...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to design, develop, and scale integrated hardware and software systems, ensuring reliability, quality, and operational effectiveness in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Drive successful implementation of MiraCloud solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead project management practices, oversee teams, and foster relationships to achieve t...

Indiana, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the successful implementation of MiraCloud solutions, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Lead project management practices, oversee teams, and drive profitability while...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $240K *

Help us build robust data foundations by designing Postgres schemas and optimizing transactional models. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliable data systems and mentor engineers in data fluency, en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $240K *

Shape the future of enterprise data and analytics. Lead cross-functional teams to drive data strategy, analytics, and AI capabilities, ensuring data is a high-value asset that enhances business perfor...

RemoteRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$232K - $290K *

Optimize revenue generation by leading Sales and Revenue Operations, driving performance across customer-facing teams, and fostering a culture of excellence through strategic initiatives and cross-fun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $186K *

Pioneer a data-driven culture by designing scalable ELT pipelines and analytics models. Collaborate across teams to ensure product data integrity and empower stakeholders with self-service insights, d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving technical execution and operational excellence by managing a high-performing team of Sales Engineers, collaborating with senior leadership, and shaping regional strategy to...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by architecting scalable solutions. Lead the charge in implementing advanced data infrastructures, driving analytics, and fostering collaboration across...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Elevate project delivery by managing integrated schedules for data center builds, ensuring timely execution across teams and partners. Drive risk management and governance while building scalable proc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$192K - $256K *

Transform product strategy into market-ready offerings, driving revenue growth and adoption. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and alignment across Sales, Marketing, an...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$104K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing, deploying, and optimizing cutting-edge AI & ML infrastructures in dynamic client environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and excelle...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of machine learning and software engineering, driving innovative solutions for ticketing optimization, personalization, and fraud detection. Collaborate across...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.