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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$180K - $220K *

Drive the technical vision and architecture for the platform, leading engineering across multiple teams, ensuring reliability and compliance while fostering a collaborative environment for innovation...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $270K *

Unlock potential by managing oncology data partnerships to enhance business insights and drive strategic decisions. Collaborate with external vendors and internal teams to ensure data quality, complia...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $230K *

Unlock the potential of new ventures by shaping software products from zero to one. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to turn ideas into meaningful applications, making key technical and product...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Drive the internal AI infrastructure, managing technical direction and adoption across teams. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to enhance AI literacy and build a champions network that fosters a...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $199K *

Drive innovative lifecycle marketing strategies that enhance renter engagement and revenue. Lead a team to design, execute, and optimize personalized multi-channel campaigns while closely analyzing pe...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $218K *

Serve as a key technical liaison, delivering customized unmanned solutions and ensuring operational excellence while collaborating with diverse clients and teams in the unmanned systems domain...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join a pioneering data platform initiative, utilizing your data engineering expertise to enhance the platform's capabilities and collaborate with diverse teams for secure and efficient data solutions...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer industry standards in digital identity and security. Lead strategic engagement and influence across key ecosystems. Collaborate with teams to drive innovation and ensure compliance with emergi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives to drive strategic priorities and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with teams across Product, Engineering, and Operations to navigate ambiguity and influence...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $236K *

Shape the future of Health Information Technology by leading scalable solutions that enhance customer engagement and streamline workflows for Health Systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure i...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in disaster recovery coordination, ensuring operational continuity and effective recovery testing for diverse systems globally. Drive excellence through strategic planning, execution...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$400K - $450K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing sales team to engage F500 executives, driving complex sales cycles and fostering deep relationships to maximize revenue growth in the enterprise sector...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$275K - $375K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI infrastructure, leading the development of our AI Gateway and driving innovation in high-performance, distributed systems while mentoring top engineering ta...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $165K *

Transform sales strategies within the tourism technology sector by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive revenue growth, enhance customer relationships, and ensure operational excellence...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives the delivery of complex IT and Data Platform projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives while applying Agile methodologies for optimal outcomes and stakeholder engag...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $210K *

Take ownership of integrated marketing strategy across multiple channels, focusing on campaign execution and alignment with product and sales teams to drive engagement and growth within enterprise IT...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at Vanta will lead strategic technical initiatives and set the tone for engineering excellence within the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) product team. This role...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the execution of complex, high-value projects, ensuring alignment between customer expectations and operational delivery while managing multi-site teams and enhancing stakeholder relationships. D...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $155K *

Join our team to enhance cloud security solutions by integrating best practices in DevSecOps, risk assessment, and compliance. Collaborate across functions to ensure safe cloud environments while ment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $345K *

Join a team that optimizes complex technical programs to drive AI-focused initiatives. Collaborate across product, engineering, and security to translate strategy into impactful execution, enhance cap...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and drive AI agent development for clinical trial platforms, integrating LLMs through the .NET stack. Engage in hands-on engineering to deliver end-to-end AI features, enhancing patient-centr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Innovate and lead the design of scalable data infrastructure for big data and AI applications, impacting critical business solutions and shaping the company's long-term technical strategy while workin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $299K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance in healthcare diagnostics. Leverage your legal expertise to provide strategic advice, develop policies, and drive risk mitigation in the commerciali...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $163K *

Transform health systems and employer partnerships by leading the implementation and scaling of population genomics programs. Collaborate across teams to drive execution and optimize workflows for cli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of data analytics by owning the semantic layer and driving self-serve analytics for network intelligence, ensuring reliable insights for diverse stakeholders across engineering and op...

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Reposted 2 days 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.