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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$110K - $130K *

Drive data integration initiatives by optimizing ETL processes, leading projects, and ensuring seamless data flow from EMR systems for analytic dashboards, all while collaborating with business stakeh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion the storage strategy for k0rdent AI, driving innovation in GPU infrastructure to optimize provisioning and scaling across diverse storage systems while ensuring seamless integration for opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Engage with business leaders to design and deploy ML solutions, optimizing processes and enhancing outcomes. This hands-on role encompasses the entire ML lifecycle, ensuring robust production readines...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise sales, managing a high-performing team while driving revenue growth and shaping go-to-market strategies. Elevate pipeline health, forecast accuracy, and team prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape impactful curriculum development for federal programs. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance adult learning initiatives and ensure exceptional educational content delivery. Lead project mana...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $221K *

Champion innovative program management by integrating AI-driven frameworks. Drive execution across complex initiatives while optimizing delivery pathways. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate the open-source data community by bridging technical depth with advocacy, promoting best practices, and inspiring developers to harness the power of data storage and collaboration on our innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Optimize the software platform as you lead design and development of complex systems. Mentor junior engineers and implement new technologies while collaborating cross-functionally to drive innovation...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic insights and innovation by leading data-driven planning efforts in a collaborative environment that influences internal teams and clients to achieve impactful business results across t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $190K *

Lead a cross-functional team of engineers to enhance foundational systems, delivering exceptional value through scalable, reliable engineering solutions. Drive collaboration, technical excellence, and...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead strategic partnerships as a trusted advisor to key clients, orchestrating multi-year account strategies while driving coherence across teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver incrementa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Shape robust enterprise cloud infrastructure by leveraging modern technologies to enhance system reliability and efficiency, while collaborating closely with a progressive engineering team committed t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence in a dynamic client care environment, leading diverse teams to deliver outstanding service, enhance client satisfaction, and achieve strategic revenue goals in a high-grow...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $263K *

Lead the charge in enhancing product security engineering practices by driving initiatives across application, infrastructure, and offensive security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of real-time streaming analytics by owning product vision, strategy, and roadmap for a transformative data platform. Collaborate with engineering and leadership to innovate a cloud-na...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $225K *

Lead the evolution of network security solutions globally, ensuring scalability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to align solutions with IT strategy and cybersecurity policy while driving inno...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower innovation by leading complex Microsoft solutions from proposal to execution, ensuring effective communication and technical oversight while designing transformative architecture and mentoring...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping data strategy and systems, empowering teams, and optimizing workflows with advanced AI tools at the forefront. Drive company-wide growth through innovative insights and data...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock strategic opportunities as a high-impact leader driving enterprise transformations while collaborating with executives to deliver cohesive, technology-driven solutions across managed services a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$215K - $230K *

Innovate pricing strategies for a leading SaaS portfolio while collaborating cross-functionally to drive revenue growth. Leverage analytical skills to design impactful monetization models that align w...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Partner with us to scale our advertising technology, ensuring compliance and enhancing user experiences. Drive innovation in ad delivery systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$205K - $275K *

Transform the product management landscape by leading a key SaaS portfolio, driving strategy, innovation, and execution across healthcare technology, while optimizing business growth and operational e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive the future of engineering workflows by building and delivering robust AI-driven automation and agent-based capabilities, ensuring products meet real customer needs and are reliable for complex e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform client project delivery through effective management, collaboration, and relationship building. You'll oversee onboarding, monitor progress, and ensure successful project execution while nav...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$260K - $365K *

Champion transformative AI-native developer productivity programs across teams. Drive strategy execution while building trust and alignment in engineering, enhancing workflows, and ensuring sustainabl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.