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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$225K - $290K *

Drive data reliability and quality initiatives, shaping scalable systems and governance frameworks while leading cross-team investments for long-term operational excellence in a rapidly evolving data...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions for IoT energy devices, optimizing electric grid resources and enhancing system integration through robust software engineering and collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$184K - $230K *

Lead and inspire a Solutions Architecture team to drive revenue growth, enhance customer relationships, and ensure technical excellence while collaborating closely with sales leadership in a fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by leading a team of Solutions Architects to drive customer success and revenue growth while fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence in the...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Drive customer success and team performance as you lead a Solutions Architecture team, fostering a culture of collaboration while shaping sales strategies and maintaining strong client relationships i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Join a team that inspires excellence by leading a dynamic Solutions Architecture group. Drive revenue growth through strategic sales partnerships, mentoring top talent, and delivering exceptional cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining solutions architecture by leading a North East US team of talented professionals. Drive customer success and revenue growth while promoting a culture of collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Lead and develop a team of Solutions Architects to drive revenue growth and foster customer success while collaborating closely with sales leadership for strategic input and talent acquisition in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Accelerate team performance by leading a dynamic Solutions Architecture group, driving customer success and revenue growth while fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Lead and mentor a talented Solutions Architecture team to drive customer success and revenue growth. Collaborate with sales leadership to achieve targets, ensuring a culture of excellence and strong t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Provide project leadership for complex data initiatives, combining project management skills and technical fluency in Databricks, analytics, and cloud platforms. Engage with stakeholders to ensure ali...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $154K *

Elevate marketing analytics by designing AI-driven solutions that enhance data infrastructure, streamline workflows, and empower teams to make informed decisions, all while collaborating with diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $178K *

Drive the transformation of data infrastructure, creating AI solutions and data products that empower marketing and sales teams to make data-driven decisions for impactful revenue performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and optimize advanced LLM serving systems, enhancing performance across all pathways. Tackle engineering challenges in AI infrastructure, focusing on efficiency and scalability of retrieval-he...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare through digital operations and technology. You'll coordinate projects, enhance client experiences, and drive program success while collaborating with diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K *

Help us build and optimize a centralized cloud data platform, driving enterprise strategy, governance, and analytics initiatives. Collaborative leader sought to transform data into a strategic asset a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Director of Software Engineering, leading modernization and strategic development across key product lines while fostering innovation in AI adoption and agile practices. Drive team performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Transform data protection by leading a team to develop innovative privacy solutions that meet regulatory standards while enhancing data enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to build effective to...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $123K *

Engage stakeholders to design and optimize data architecture and BI solutions, ensuring high-quality delivery of data pipelines. Drive project planning with a focus on continuous improvement and opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$138K - $165K *

Manage teams to deliver high-quality releases, enhancing CI/CD processes and cloud infrastructure for SaaS platforms. Leverage expertise in operational excellence to ensure reliability, scalability, a...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $300K *

Oversee the strategy and execution of a next-gen data platform, leading product vision, governance, and high-value outcomes while collaborating across teams and driving adoption for business-impacting...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and building a robust Cluster management platform. Collaborate with distributed teams to enhance observability and optimize performance, utilizing Go and modern telemetry...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $140K *

Elevate data management practices as a Senior Data Engineer, ensuring process efficiency, quality, and security across data implementations. Utilize your extensive expertise to troubleshoot, analyze t...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $262K *

Unlock potential by leading data management and governance initiatives. Shape ongoing improvement of data quality, semantic clarity, and operational integration while collaborating closely with busine...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$247K - $366K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team focused on leveraging data to enhance member engagement and retention. Collaborate across departments to shape strategic initiatives, driving innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.