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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$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic initiatives and drive international expansion through financial insights, collaboration, and innovative solutions that enhance business performance and achieve growth targets across...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $145K *

Engineer scalable data pipelines and optimize database architecture to align with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders and support new product development while ensuring data governance and e...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $236K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-driven solutions for risk assessment and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop, deploy, and enhance robust machine learning systems that trans...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Play a key role in enhancing our security posture by managing vulnerabilities, developing policies, and leading compliance efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvem...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $176K *

Deliver innovative technology transformation solutions by leading consulting teams, aligning business priorities with measurable outcomes, and fostering team growth in a client-facing advisory role...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in systems engineering, managing a hybrid environment that supports high-throughput networking and large-scale storage solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to optimize infrastruc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $222K *

Drive your career with this pivotal role in data architecture and automation for revenue analytics. Lead cloud solutions, streamline processes, and harness AI to transform revenue intelligence, ensuri...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by leading a dedicated team, driving innovation and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to devise solutions while managing application development and ass...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a Lead Software Engineer, driving the development of high-performance backend systems for an innovative financial exchange, influencing architecture, and solving complex challen...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge as an Agile Program Director, enhancing team dynamics and driving performance within the Agile Release Train. Inspire continuous improvement, foster cross-team collaboration, and manag...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $213K *

Unlock potential by building and scaling cutting-edge ML infrastructure and tools. Collaborate with AI scientists to enhance genetic medicine research through advanced AI workflows and model optimizat...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $193K *

Elevate the quality of data annotations by developing robust systems for pipeline optimization, statistical analysis, and model training support. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data deliver...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$500K+*

Lead the charge in operationalizing new content experiences for millions, managing multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. Drive innovation, optimize workflows, and enhance global launch...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$145K - $165K *

Lead the charge in executing complex transitions and integrations across the enterprise, ensuring smooth service continuity and alignment of cross-functional strategies while mitigating risks througho...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading Salesforce operations strategy, ensuring reliable platform performance, and driving continuous improvement across IT and business partnerships. Engage cross-functional t...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $371K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI infrastructure by building strategic partnerships, identifying growth ecosystems, and driving innovative market strategies to expand Pure Storage's impact a...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a hands-on Engineering Manager, leading Salesforce engineers to enhance core business operations, drive technical improvements, and foster collaboration between technology and s...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by partnering with clients to transform complex business objectives into actionable technical solutions. Collaborate across industries throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring al...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Create a transformative synthetic intelligence portfolio, driving strategy, development, and market success. Lead product lifecycle and cross-functional initiatives to harness innovative methodologies...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career as you drive new logo acquisition and foster strategic relationships with enterprise clients. Leverage technology insights to position solutions that address client needs and gen...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform data architectures as an Associate Technical Architect, leveraging your deep expertise in SQL, Spark, and AWS to drive innovative solutions in a fast-paced, remote workspace. Collaborate wit...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$170K - $230K *

Drive transformation of Enterprise Applications into a high-performing, AI-enabled service organization, while cultivating strategic partnerships and overseeing cross-functional teams to deliver measu...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $179K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing an enterprise privacy program, fostering collaboration across teams to ensure operational alignment with business and regulatory needs while driving continuous...

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2 weeks ago

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

$225K - $240K *

Lead the charge in driving technical execution and architecture for core application platforms, enhancing developer productivity and operational excellence across engineering teams. Ensure reliable, s...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $350K *

Seeking a Principal Engineer to lead cross-team initiatives, define platform architecture, and coach engineers. Drive AI adoption, enhance reliability, and improve customer outcomes while owning techn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.