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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$135K - $160K *

Lead cross-functional programs to enhance a high-performance cloud platform. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor teams, and improve engineering productivity while collaborating closely with software e...

New York City, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage financial planning and performance analysis for the GTM organization, partnering with leadership across Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success to drive revenue growth and profitability through...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Elevate performance video creation by transforming strong ideas into compelling ads that engage serious entrepreneurs, driving qualified demand and enrollment calls through creative storytelling and s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $205K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team in developing autonomous operations for satellite management. Drive innovation and efficiency across multiple projects while ensuring technical excellence and operation...

Seattle, WARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $170K *

Lead and manage the Open Syllabus engineering team, driving project delivery while contributing hands-on with Python coding and data analysis. Collaborate with stakeholders to prioritize roadmaps and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $206K *

Shape the future of health marketing by leading a dynamic team to drive member acquisition and provider engagement. Oversee comprehensive marketing strategies and align with cross-functional teams to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Reimagine enterprise-grade authorization systems by designing scalable, secure solutions that enhance user access management. Lead architectural direction and foster collaboration across teams to deli...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $200K *

Transform the Developer Platform by enhancing infrastructure and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient product delivery while driving adoption of innovative tooling an...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $110K *

Accelerate your career by managing integrated marketing campaigns that drive engagement and pipeline growth in the healthcare sector. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution and optimize...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $216K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of Data Scientists to innovate AI solutions. Drive strategic initiatives in generative AI, ensuring ethical practices and regulatory compliance while fost...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $260K *

Lead the development of innovative AI systems, driving strategic initiatives and mentoring a high-performing team to optimize operations and redefine retail solutions for suppliers in a dynamic enviro...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced statistical models to optimize retail media operations. Drive data-driven strategies, mentor a high-performing team, and enhance decision-making through innovati...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$173K - $233K *

Lead the design and scaling of large-scale distributed SQL databases, enhancing infrastructure reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and en...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth in cybersecurity consulting. Leverage executive relationships and a diverse partner ecosystem to close complex deals and build long-term accounts, all while...

Tacoma, WARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

The Regional Director at ModernFi will work closely with the VP of Institution Success and the CRO to enhance client satisfaction and drive product adoption among bank and credit union clients. This r...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $132K *

Tackle the integration and automation of finance systems, enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensuring financial data flows seamlessly a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$249K - $322K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy for next-gen networking and AI infrastructure. Drive operational excellence and innovation in large-scale AI environments while collaborating with cross-functi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $148K *

Lead the charge in designing and building secure integrations for enterprise ITSM platforms. Analyze data flows, enhance system connections, and ensure compliance while delivering resilient solutions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $160K *

Engineer secure and resilient multi-cloud environments while collaborating with product teams. Adapt designs to support rapid change in a late-stage startup, ensuring safety and performance in AI-driv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $225K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Machine Learning Engineer, fine-tuning transformer models and deploying real-time automation pipelines, collaborating with top talents to tackle complex, data-driven...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$201K - $251K *

Shape the future of revenue accounting by leading critical processes and driving scalable methodologies to support commercial growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable fina...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, orchestrating pipelines, and supporting advanced analytics in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust data a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $155K *

Lead multi-channel marketing production operations, ensuring timely, budget-friendly delivery. Oversee client engagements, deepen relationships, and drive growth while managing a diverse team of speci...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$220K - $240K *

Shape the future of loyalty by leading the technical execution and innovation of AI-powered features in a rapidly evolving product landscape, driving cross-functional initiatives with a focus on archi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$244K - $279K *

Transform AI engineering by leading cross-functional teams to innovate scalable, efficient systems for training and deploying AI models, ensuring ethical standards and operational excellence across th...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.

  • Where can I find Director of Data Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

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