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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$80K - $95K *

Innovate data-driven strategies as a Senior Data Analyst, transforming insights into impactful decisions for sales and revenue operations. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance through p...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$113K - $188K *

Unlock potential by building a cloud-native data platform leveraging AWS services. Design and optimize robust lakehouse architecture for AI/ML, analytics, and governance while developing scalable data...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $300K *

Accelerate strategic alliances by building and managing AWS partnerships to drive co-sell revenue, enhance market presence, and establish operational rhythms that facilitate joint solutions and accoun...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $233K *

Lead the transformation of financial systems through innovative architecture and scalable integrations. Partner with senior leaders to enhance ERP capabilities, ensuring operational excellence and dat...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $280K *

Reimagine financial systems with innovative technology and integrations. Lead end-to-end development across ERP platforms, collaborating to ensure quality architecture, data integrity, and operational...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $155K *

Lead the modernization of digital experiences using AEMaaCS, enabling innovation through Full Stack development, AI-first practices, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance customer e...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $413K *

Transform user experiences by developing robust and scalable software solutions that enhance content discovery and engagement, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the finance function for a high-growth AI healthcare service in the US, ensuring payroll, compliance, and reporting are effectively managed while building in-house capabilities to support st...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $280K *

Lead delivery excellence across varied portfolios, driving growth and performance while mentoring diverse teams. Champion innovative practices and escalations as a trusted partner to clients and stake...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Shape the future of talent management through innovative strategies, enhancing employee experiences with integrated performance and development solutions that drive growth and capability across the or...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $155K *

Champion innovation by leading the design of predictive intelligence solutions that enhance operational and strategic decisions through advanced graph analytics and forecasting methodology...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $215K *

Drive cross-functional excellence by leading complex, enterprise-level programs, ensuring alignment with corporate goals while facilitating collaboration among diverse stakeholders for impactful outco...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $231K *

Transform developer experiences by architecting a robust internal infrastructure, enhancing CI/CD pipeline performance, and pioneering AI-driven automation solutions that accelerate secure software de...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $155K *

Lead financial strategies and partnerships to drive impactful decisions, ensuring clarity and accountability in revenue management while operating independently to shape business insights for product...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$211K - $285K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic growth and operational excellence for marketing initiatives, enabling data-driven decision-making and partnership success across diverse B2B and B2C landscapes, wh...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy for data collection solutions, driving innovation and measurable impact through cross-functional collaboration. Shape and execute a roadmap to transform cu...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $179K *

Champion the integration and harmonization of clinical data standards, ensuring quality and usability for patient care and research efforts. Leverage expertise in HL7 FHIR and diverse health data sour...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $198K *

Engineer and oversee capital projects for manufacturing, focusing on automation, controls, and operational improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, reliability, and pro...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $210K *

Engage in shaping AI-enabled software architecture, translating business needs into secure, scalable solutions while mentoring teams and collaborating across functions on modern engineering and respon...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $124K *

Transform complex data into strategic insights as a Senior Data Analyst, leading analytics and modeling efforts to enhance organizational decision-making and support Navy and DoD programs while collab...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's defining the future of payments infrastructure. Lead the architecture and evolution of core payment systems, enhancing reliability and integration while driving measurable outcomes...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $205K *

Lead efforts to enhance operational excellence and drive continuous improvement across manufacturing sites by partnering with leadership, executing strategies, and fostering a culture of accountabilit...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative microgrid solutions, guiding engineering teams through project execution, from design to commissioning, ensuring performance standards align with operational nee...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$164K - $240K *

Lead transformative AI initiatives by guiding teams to adopt cutting-edge technology, ensuring impactful platform improvements, and creating efficiencies across Root's organization for enhanced produc...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a pioneering team to build the first formalized program for high-performance inference. Shape processes, drive execution, and enhance R&D productivity, all while collaborating with engineers and...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.