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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$150K - $180K *

Drive security innovation by architecting advanced defenses for a cloud-based platform. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to embed security into processes, ensuring robust safety measures whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving revenue growth, cultivating relationships, and executing strategic plans to penetrate new accounts while exceeding sales targets within the data platfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team driving operational excellence by evaluating and implementing cutting-edge technologies to enhance safety and efficiency in commercial site security operations across a large enter...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to a high-velocity team as you build scalable backend systems and user-facing applications, optimizing performance and reliability while driving impactful solutions across a distributed eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Lead strategic client relationships to drive retention and expansion, enhancing enterprise resilience. Collaborate across teams to align goals and create long-term value, ensuring successful outcomes...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $250K *

Join a team that drives innovation and transformation in software engineering, leading high-performing teams to implement cutting-edge AI strategies across healthcare solutions while modernizing techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $193K *

Contribute to transformative sales solutions, enabling clients to seamlessly integrate cutting-edge technology. Showcase your expertise while driving innovative customer engagements and fostering stro...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and evolving our interoperability platform for patient data retrieval and compliance. Collaborate with a remote team to tackle complex challenges and leverage AI tools fo...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Support a high-performing team to drive customer growth and retention, enhance strategic alignment, and architect innovative expansion strategies for over 14,000 clients, focusing on product adoption...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of robust Android infrastructure and features, enabling high-impact user experiences across Netflix's vast member base, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $270K *

Champion engineering excellence by developing methodologies and tools for scalable, high-quality product development. Partner with teams to drive digital transformation and improve engineering product...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join our dynamic team as you build and lead a new Account Management function, driving client retention and revenue growth through strategic oversight and hands-on management of client relationships a...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $168K *

Unlock potential by leading DevOps initiatives and crafting scalable, secure cloud infrastructure in a collaborative environment. Influence technical strategy, mentor teams, and enhance software deliv...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovative financial product development for credit union members, overseeing features from concept to production, while enhancing user experiences through effective full-stack engineering and A...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$218K - $256K *

Transform core account infrastructure by leading a dynamic team of engineers, focusing on re-architecting systems for growth and enabling innovative financial products, while fostering a culture of te...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the success of our CRM Expert Services by leading a high-performing team, optimizing service delivery, and enhancing customer satisfaction across diverse business environments...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$182K - $288K *

Lead the charge in embedding security into the software development lifecycle, scaling secure standards across engineering. Collaborate broadly within teams to promote a 'secure by default' culture wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by enhancing AWS environments, improving CI/CD pipelines, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with engineering teams to drive performance, scalability, and res...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $205K *

Empower innovation as you architect and optimize cloud infrastructure, driving automation and operational resilience with cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to a...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $258K *

Unlock your potential by building reliable data integrations and pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance CRM functionality and optimize data quality through innovative technology solutions and ro...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $231K *

Shape the future of product growth by enabling effective market execution and cross-functional collaboration. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance product adoption, ensure alignment, and support sale...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K - $325K *

Reimagine product management by leading AI-driven innovations that influence real-time decision-making and optimize enterprise data workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams globally to shape a vision...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $171K *

Reimagine HR technology solutions by optimizing Workday integrations and reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data exchange, providing advanced insights and analytical...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $250K *

Drive the growth of data science capabilities by establishing data foundations, leading model development, and shaping a data-first culture, collaborating across departments to enhance insights and in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$163K - $244K *

Drive innovation by leading AI architectural standards and implementation, shaping production-grade systems that empower business capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalab...

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Reposted 3 weeks 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.