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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$100K - $120K *

Partner with us to drive pre-sales success by delivering technical insights, conducting audits, and ensuring seamless data integration for agency and platform partners while enhancing customer experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving effective workforce planning through data analysis. As a key analytic resource, you'll leverage data insights to support strategic human capital planning and enable informed...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic business development efforts within key DHS agencies, driving lead generation and solution adoption while navigating complex procurement processes and building sustainable relations...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$154K - $209K *

Join a team that drives operational excellence in Customer Success strategy. As a seasoned leader, you'll architect initiatives, optimize performance, and enable a proactive approach to achieve revenu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $287K *

Join a team that's building scalable infrastructure for critical EDA workloads, improving reliability and automation for high-performance computing environments. Leverage your programming skills and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape cloud transformation initiatives by leading AWS business engagements across the West region. Partner with clients and stakeholders to navigate migrations and deliver exceptional results, while m...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$55K - $172K *

Accelerate progress at customer retention and success operations by developing scalable processes, enhancing data-driven decision-making, and leading cross-functional initiatives that drive customer h...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $178K *

Shape transformational operations in a fast-paced environment, driving strategic initiatives for post-sales success in AMER while collaborating cross-functionally to optimize productivity and outcomes...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K *

Join a team that's redefining product management in data engineering, analytics, and compliance. Own the end-to-end product lifecycle to enhance data quality and governance for a scalable and auditabl...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that tackles complex business decisions to enhance consumer packaging strategies. You will analyze market dynamics, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive data-informed recommendations...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $209K *

Empower engineering productivity and system reliability as you lead innovative platform initiatives, design robust tools, and shape the architecture that drives operational excellence within engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $274K *

Shape the future of business development by leading strategies, conducting analyses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support growth initiatives and enhance proposal management efforts...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Pioneer end-to-end localization operations, enhancing systems and workflows while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive quality and scalability in multilingual content delivery and incide...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead digital transformation initiatives in our remediation business, maximizing technology use across projects. Oversee delivery, strategy, and stakeholder alignment to enhance efficiency and deliver...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing digital capabilities for remediation projects by defining and executing strategies that drive transformation, optimize processes, and deliver measurable value while collab...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$159K - $273K *

Lead the future of software engineering by driving architectural modernization, strategic vision, and impactful solutions. Partner with executives and multidisciplinary teams to solve healthcare chall...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $173K *

Shape the future of employee benefits technology by providing technical leadership and innovative solutions. Drive architecture and design for cloud-native applications, guiding teams through moderniz...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us in tackling the challenges of AI supply chain security as you oversee a critical vulnerabilities pipeline, influence cross-industry collaboration, and lead efforts to enhance open source softw...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $231K *

Unlock potential by leading vulnerability management initiatives, collaborating with industry leaders, and addressing critical open-source security challenges to advance AI supply chains and standards...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K *

Tackle security challenges by integrating protective measures into product development, assessing vulnerabilities, and collaborating with engineering teams. Elevate security standards through innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $227K *

Transform project delivery and IT services by leading high-impact informatics projects and diagnostics installations, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction through effective team m...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic direction and execution of Intelligent Document Processing and TotalAgility, driving significant product growth, customer engagement, and market positioning through innovative AI so...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $175K *

Join a team that builds innovative technology learning solutions to empower organizations in AI, Data, Cloud, and Security. Shape strategy and collaborate cross-functionally to drive impactful outcome...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $155K *

Engineer robust infrastructure solutions by automating processes, optimizing CI/CD, and managing Kubernetes deployments. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability, security, and performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $224K *

Lead the care management team to enhance healthcare outcomes through strategic oversight, compliance, and performance improvement, ensuring high-quality and cost-effective care for members. Foster col...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.