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 *

Shape the future of strategy with your storytelling expertise, building trusted relationships with C-suite stakeholders. Lead innovative go-to-market frameworks that merge data with creative insights...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$181K - $210K *

Lead the charge in executing multi-year Medicaid implementations, driving strategic alignment across teams, managing risk, and ensuring project success within budget and scope while fostering a cultur...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing features for distributed storage systems, focusing on diagnosing bottlenecks, enhancing scalability, and improving infrastructure for data-intensive workloads through col...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $250K *

Help us redefine AI integration by leading engineering teams to build innovative AI systems and standards, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence in a high-impact role that shap...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Innovate and drive growth in the CPG and retail ecosystem by designing product-led acquisition strategies, fostering community engagement, and optimizing marketing operations to scale user activation...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Invent robust agentic systems for biomedical data acquisition, cleaning, and quality control. Collaborate with ML scientists to enhance data processing for large-scale LLM applications. Build scalable...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to architect innovative infrastructure solutions, drive development, and maintain enterprise architecture for hybrid VPC environments, ensuring alignment with federal standards and enh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Drive client growth and retention through strategic planning and data-driven insights. Lead a team while managing ASO and mobile growth initiatives, ensuring performance excellence and measurable resu...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$193K - $285K *

Champion the design and operation of security services, ensuring safety and resilience for delivery systems. Collaborate across teams to foster secure practices while guiding and mentoring engineers t...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-driven solutions in healthcare. Lead client engagements, design enterprise-grade architectures, and collaborate across teams to deliver innovative technolog...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $135K *

Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights. As a Data Engineer, you'll design and optimize data pipelines, collaborate with analysts, and enhance analytics capabilities while ensuri...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a key role in enhancing enterprise data integration and warehouse operations, using powerful tools to ensure reliable data flows and optimal performance across systems while supp...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $196K *

Shape industry-leading consumer experiences as you design and guide a high-performing team, translating complex product mechanics into engaging interfaces that enhance user satisfaction and drive busi...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $225K *

Lead the charge in underwriting complex pharmacy benefit deals, optimizing pricing strategies with cross-functional teams. Leverage automation and insights to enhance underwriting capabilities while m...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $283K *

Lead a transformative cybersecurity initiative, focusing on advanced defense strategies, engineering, and collaboration across teams to protect corporate assets and data while driving continuous impro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join us to drive revenue growth and strategic expansion within a top-tier client partnership, leveraging your expertise in AI and data solutions to convert opportunities in a complex technological env...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock cutting-edge AI solutions in a pivotal role where you'll design, integrate, and deploy advanced data models for enterprise applications, enhancing decision-making and user experiences through i...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $260K *

Contribute to the development and execution of a global demand generation strategy, optimizing pipeline growth across multiple channels while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance marke...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $225K *

Optimize the delivery of enterprise software products by leading cross-functional teams in design, development, and technical architecture while ensuring high standards for quality and performance to...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $225K *

Lead platform development and engineering teams to design, optimize, and deliver scalable solutions for enterprise environments, enhancing user experiences while driving technology innovation and team...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $225K *

Take ownership of technical leadership and team management across global teams, ensuring the timely delivery of custom solutions and enhancing delivery processes through continuous improvement and aut...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $220K *

Lead the global Design team to elevate the brand experience, driving creative direction and collaboration across all marketing channels, while fostering an innovative culture in a rapidly scaling AI o...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Take ownership of engineering excellence by leading a senior team in enhancing systems and architecture that support scalable financial transactions while ensuring compliance and quality in a fast-pac...

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $186K *

Transform order management systems as a Lead Engineer, driving technical direction and delivering scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client trust and optimize opera...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape cutting-edge AI research and production systems by partnering with clients at top-tier enterprises. Lead a team of experts, deliver innovative solutions, and drive business impact through strate...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.