Director of Data Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Data Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Data Engineering guide the strategy, architecture, and delivery of data platforms that help organizations turn information into reliable, useful products and insights.

What Does a Director of Data Engineering Do?

These leaders set technical direction for data engineering, oversee the design and operation of data pipelines and platforms, and build teams responsible for dependable data access. The role often involves partnering with executives and peers in analytics, product, security, and software engineering to align data systems with business priorities.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a blend of engineering expertise and organizational leadership. Relevant strengths may include data architecture, cloud platforms, distributed processing, data warehousing, governance, privacy, reliability, and cost management. Directors also need experience hiring and developing teams, setting roadmaps, communicating trade-offs, and delivering complex projects across departments.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Director-level roles may be available across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and other data-intensive industries. Depending on an organization’s structure, the position can lead to senior leadership opportunities such as Vice President of Data Engineering, Head of Data, or Chief Data Officer. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation details.

Find Director of Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Director of Data Engineering jobs to discover roles that match your leadership experience and technical expertise, and review each listing for its requirements and compensation information.

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$188K - $235K *

Develop AI-powered systems from concept to production, collaborating with clients to identify needs, prototype solutions, and ensure quality. Engage closely with users to iterate and enhance product f...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by architecting robust systems that integrate foundational models. Drive innovative solutions in a fast-paced lab, translating business needs into scalable...

Ontario, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$198K - $292K *

Help us shape the future of autonomous systems by designing and deploying advanced motion planning algorithms for dynamic environments, ensuring safe and efficient navigation in real-time scenarios wh...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a data-driven future by leading product strategy for data science solutions. Drive innovation, oversee development, and ensure alignment with business goals to deliver impactful analytics prod...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$182K - $210K *

Transform the future of materials science by developing cutting-edge machine learning models. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI capabilities, improve interpretability, and drive innovation in mat...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $161K *

Transform data-driven decision-making by managing complex data science projects. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution from model development to deployment, driving measurable business...

Richardson, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$236K - $309K *

Transform the future of AI teamwork by architecting scalable ML systems that enhance Rovo's capabilities, ensuring measurable improvements in customer trust and experience through innovative evaluatio...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join our innovative Research team to develop scalable models for speech technologies. Collaborate with experts to prototype ideas and optimize systems for efficient data management and ML workflows, a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $248K *

Drive growth by leading a field-based sales team focused on federal agencies. You'll strategize, coach, and negotiate to enhance adoption of our DevSecOps platform, ensuring alignment with agency need...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $275K *

Transform the future of drug development by leading Analytical Development for small molecules and oligonucleotides. Drive scientific strategy, build a high-performing team, and ensure regulatory read...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software for advanced atomic force microscopes. Lead algorithm design and implementation, transforming complex data into actionable insights while collabora...

Santa Barbara, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in building and scaling cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate on Kubernetes, AWS, and CI/CD systems to support critical operations and enhance infrast...

San Mateo, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$149K - $248K *

Lead the transformation of Workday Financial Management, ensuring effective design and implementation across finance and enterprise processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ERP c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Join us to lead innovative data engineering projects, optimizing data pipelines across clinical and research sectors. Collaborate globally with R&D teams to enhance data quality and compliance, levera...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K *

Optimize revenue cycle management by leading a dynamic team to enhance processes, drive automation, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced telehealth environment. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in AI transformation for Fortune 500 clients, shaping solutions that drive measurable business outcomes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engagements and...

Minnesota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $205K *

Pioneer data-driven growth strategies by establishing operational analytics frameworks for international markets while collaborating cross-functionally to inform decision-making and drive measurable b...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Innovate with us as you lead technical delivery for enterprise data integration and migration projects, focusing on Higher Education and Salesforce ecosystems. Drive solution architecture, manage team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of key portfolio metrics, driving informed financial strategies and monitoring risks. Collaborate across teams to develop insights and tools, ensuring seamless operational execution and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Analyze and optimize system performance in real-time event-driven environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance suspension logic and reporting, ensuring reliability and efficiency a...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate data accuracy by analyzing user queries and improving AI responses. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to ensure Prism delivers trustworthy insights, enhancing...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $240K *

Lead total rewards strategy for a complex global healthcare tech firm. Drive compensation and benefits governance, align workforce investment with business goals, and ensure compliance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage comprehensive clinical data activities, ensuring oversight from study startup through database lock. Lead cross-functional teams, guarantee vendor performance, and uphold data quality standards...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data strategies, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Data Engineering leads the teams and technical strategy behind an organization’s data platforms, pipelines, and infrastructure. The role typically combines architecture and operational oversight with hiring, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Data Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial data engineering experience, a record of leading technical teams, and knowledge of data architecture, cloud platforms, governance, and scalable systems. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are also valuable.

  • How much do Director of Data Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary details.

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    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.