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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$120K - $150K *

Transform customer insights into actionable logistics solutions by collaborating across teams to ensure competitive and viable proposals. Lead multiple, concurrent projects while driving innovation an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Lead engineering initiatives focusing on a self-serve developer platform, enhancing team effectiveness by driving collaboration and innovation, prioritizing customer needs, and ensuring high standards...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a dynamic Platform team that enhances developer productivity through innovative tools and infrastructure while ensuring a customer-centric approach and m...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of enterprise generative AI strategies and ecosystems, enhancing productivity through innovative technologies. Collaborate across departments to ensure responsible deployment and m...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $222K *

Design and build scalable data architectures that drive insights and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and support operational needs, enhancing decision-makin...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $273K *

Drive innovation as a Staff Software Architect, leading the design and implementation of scalable SaaS products. Engage with engineering and product teams while mentoring talents to ensure alignment w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Lead cross-functional teams in delivering ML and AI projects. Own timelines, facilitate agile practices, and ensure quality outcomes. Communicate effectively with stakeholders, driving collaboration a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Transform your leadership skills as you guide a team of Solutions Engineers in delivering innovative, AI-powered solutions that enhance customer success and drive organizational growth in a rapidly ev...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$245K - $265K *

Lead a high-impact security operations team to enhance incident response and infrastructure capabilities, ensuring security maturity and operational excellence while supporting growth in a complex mul...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading late-stage gene therapy CMC operations, ensuring alignment across internal and external teams, driving timely project execution, and fostering technical leadership for impa...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and evolving an advanced Voice AI platform, managing a team of engineers to deliver high-quality, real-time telephony experiences in hospitality, while ensuring operati...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Transform clinical operations by driving efficiencies and excellence. Leverage analytics and leadership to enhance patient care delivery, foster teamwork, and support organizational goals in a dynamic...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you lead a multi-cloud network orchestration team, overseeing high-performance connectivity and developing robust solutions in data streaming across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Empower en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead application monitoring initiatives to optimize performance, enhance systems efficiency, and provide strategic insights. Collaborate across teams, guide engineers, and establish best practices for...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$211K - $290K *

Advance your career by owning enterprise cash flow forecasting, optimizing working capital, and driving financial strategies in a global MedTech environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $266K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of strategic finance for R&D, enhancing decision-making through data analysis and financial insights. Collaborate with senior leadership to optimize resource allocation while shaping fi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $170K *

Drive impactful learning experiences by designing and building dynamic training materials that empower global sales teams. Collaborate with experts to translate complex concepts into effective learnin...

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1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Transform the employee experience by building a scalable People Ops framework that fosters a high-performing, remote-first culture while ensuring organizational alignment and employee engagement...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive production excellence by managing Site Reliability Engineering, focusing on automation and performance in cloud infrastructure, collaborating with software teams, and mentoring talent for optima...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive your career forward as a Security Engineer in a dynamic remote environment, enhancing security operations and identity management while collaborating with diverse teams to strengthen our organiz...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping marketing analytics strategy, driving growth through data insights, and optimizing acquisition and retention strategies across channels, while partnering with key stakeh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$238K - $298K *

Lead a dynamic team to shape the future of financial systems through strategic product management in Loans Lifecycle and Money Movement, driving innovation, scalability, and cross-functional collabora...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.