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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$91K - $169K *

Join a team that's transforming marketing strategies through data analytics. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will partner closely with marketing to deliver actionable insights and drive impactful busi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Develop optimized software solutions that bridge hardware and deep learning, enhancing performance for AI workloads. Collaborate with top engineers to advance kernel libraries, ensuring maximum effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $331K *

Lead analytics initiatives to empower strategic decisions in a fast-growing agent business. Drive insights, build foundational data systems, and foster a high-performing team to enhance user experienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K *

Join a team that's empowering mobile innovation. Lead engineering efforts to build high-quality, user-centric mobile applications while mentoring talent and shaping a collaborative culture. Drive exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $168K *

Drive the evolution of a cutting-edge Workflow Platform for financial workflows. Collaborate with teams to build scalable solutions, integrating extensive datasets and AI, while transforming complex p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate healthcare interoperability by designing and building robust APIs for secure patient data retrieval. Collaborate with a remote team to solve complex challenges and influence architectural deci...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $367K *

Lead the charge in global revenue recognition processes, ensuring compliance with ASC 606. Collaborate with teams to implement best practices, train staff, and enhance accounting operations using tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$104K - $166K *

Lead the charge in data quality at MDO! Utilize your 8+ years of data experience and technical skills to enhance analytics, automation, and collaboration with regulatory teams in a key advisory role...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of GTM operations, enhancing revenue lifecycle management, systems integration, and cross-department collaboration to drive sustainable growth an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at driving sales growth by leading a global sales enablement strategy. This strategic role requires partnership across functions to enhance sales performance and develop training p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Champion technical excellence in Solutions Engineering across the Americas, driving revenue and team performance. Shape strategic initiatives and partner with sales leaders to enhance customer engagem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Transform your career by designing a cutting-edge analytics platform. Collaborate with diverse teams, standardize processes, and drive innovation to enhance trading analytics and improve scalability i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Empower a global community of practitioners by driving engagement and insights across online platforms. Create initiatives to support and grow the NetBox ecosystem, enhancing connections between users...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $250K *

Inspire innovation by architecting a unified global front-end framework. Lead strategic web platform transitions and empower teams to enhance development velocity, ensuring quality and optimizing SEO...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K - $175K *

Join a team that drives product development in ad tech, balancing customer insights with strategic direction. Lead prototyping efforts and ensure cohesive collaboration, impacting product evolution fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$76K - $115K *

Innovate in data hall design and infrastructure as you lead moderate-complexity projects. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operational efficiency, mentor junior engineers, and ensure complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$165K - $210K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-scale data solutions, driving innovation in cloud data platforms, integration strategies, and modernization initiatives. Shape data governance and enable rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Transform the renewable energy finance landscape by architecting scalable portfolio management strategies for tax equity investments, ensuring operational excellence and investor alignment in a dynami...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Transform complex legal challenges into actionable strategies that empower product development and innovation. Collaborate across teams, providing expert guidance on regulatory compliance in technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$156K - $210K *

Transform your career in a dynamic leadership role, guiding engineering teams to deliver innovative software solutions, champion AI practices, and foster collaboration to drive operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Elevate software development practices by designing high-quality, scalable solutions. Collaborate across teams to modernize revenue-critical systems while honing your skills in full-stack development...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Lead a dynamic Infrastructure team to enhance cloud and on-premises architectures, fostering modernization and operational excellence while driving automation and reliability within Microsoft Azure en...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Transform enterprise-wide Procure-to-Pay processes and lead GBS initiatives to drive efficiency, quality, and standardization across teams while ensuring alignment with procurement objectives and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.