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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$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of solutions engineering by collaborating with customers and teams to provide tailored technical expertise, drive product adoption, and enhance client relationships, ensuring mutual g...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership in interactive marketing, guiding clients through effective, data-driven strategies. Cultivate relationships and drive results through collaboration...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$280K - $350K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling a high-performance mid-market sales team focused on digital-first and AI-native companies, developing winning strategies and fostering a culture of ambition and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$260K - $345K *

Explore a pivotal role driving advanced autonomous SDLC capabilities. Collaborate across teams to pioneer AI-driven engineering practices, enhancing productivity and quality. Leverage your expertise t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize client engagement strategies by leveraging industry insights to drive sales growth across diverse B2B channels. Partner with internal teams to enhance customer relationships, achieving target...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional sales results by driving pipeline growth through effective prospecting and client engagement while collaborating with internal teams to exceed targets in the iPaaS and technology s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth through effective collaboration with internal teams to expand client opportunities, achieve sales targets, and enhance relationships with key decision-makers in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth in iPaaS solutions through strategic engagement and relationship-building with stakeholders across multiple sectors. Achieve targets by identifying new clients...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $344K *

Drive strategic insights across the Neuroscience and Renal portfolio, leading analytics and decision-making initiatives. Collaborate with field leaders to enhance performance through actionable data-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $147K *

Shape the future of enterprise data integration by leading global S/4HANA Cloud architecture, ensuring data governance and integrity while fostering collaboration across teams in a dynamic transformat...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead and shape the engineering team while actively coding and driving delivery of scalable solutions. Oversee development processes and integrate AI to enhance product innovation in a dynamic, fast-pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$420K - $500K+*

Drive impactful IAM initiatives, bridging product strategy and engineering execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance security frameworks and implement best practices for program management...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $190K *

Develop advanced machine learning tools for patient data, collaborating with scientists to enhance drug discovery and innovative healthcare solutions in a fast-paced, cross-disciplinary environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of a comprehensive data platform and integrations ecosystem that enhances connectivity among critical higher education systems, driving strategic decision-m...

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2 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Lead engineering excellence by coordinating PV and BESS projects, ensuring timely, budget-compliant designs across multiple teams and stakeholders while driving project success through collaboration a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$190K - $263K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team focused on maturing and executing enterprise security programs, enhancing proactive controls, and driving cross-functional initiatives to strengthen our organizational s...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading platform engineering initiatives. You'll drive the evolution of our core capabilities, enhance integrations, and collaborate across teams...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer and scale a global client support organization, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency across digital banking platforms in a dynamic, high-growth environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $255K *

Optimize financial strategy and performance management for a complex GTM organization, leading forecasting, budgeting, and executive reporting while building a high-performing FP&A team to support str...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $224K *

Optimize the design and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring operational integrity and seamless delivery of digital health solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance developer tooli...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $303K *

Shape the future of advertising by leading the development of a cutting-edge ML platform that enhances engineering capabilities and optimizes ad performance. Collaborate across teams to drive executio...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the enterprise data intelligence strategy, driving analytical insights that influence key business decisions while maintaining strong relationships with senior leadership. Optimize analytics oper...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of autonomy systems. As the senior-most influencer in Perception, Prediction, and Planning, you will shape innovations that drive real-world perform...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's building robust data pipelines and analytics solutions for mission-critical Marine Corps logistics systems. Collaborate with experts to enhance data quality, governance, and perform...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $180K *

Take ownership of end-to-end software development by collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing SDK support, and delivering high-quality solutions to enhance client experiences in the rapidl...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.