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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$120K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue growth and build a scalable sales system for data solutions. Your expertise in enterprise sales, pipeline development, and process innovation will shape the future...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you design and implement AI solutions for clinical trials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance data utilization and streamline processes through advanced m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building scalable B2B solutions while driving partner integrations and technical excellence. Engage with partners collaboratively to deliver robust APIs and enhance product strategy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of travel tech by leading a small, agile engineering group focused on building durable B2B2C platforms and driving partner integrations with cutting-edge AI tools...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining travel booking by leading a small, agile engineering unit. Drive architectural excellence while interfacing with partners to create scalable, impactful solutions within o...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $190K *

Help us manage hyper-scale data center projects from design to construction, ensuring they meet quality, budget, and schedule requirements while leading collaborative teams across multiple disciplines...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$196K - $207K *

Lead a talented engineering team in developing AI-driven catalog enrichment systems. Oversee the creation of scalable platforms and pipelines that enhance product data accuracy, driving impactful solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$118K - $174K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of data and AI, architecting essential pipelines and integrations that empower decision-making across teams and enhance organizational productivity through inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $152K *

Elevate customer onboarding experiences by driving early adoption for key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions and high-value engagements that set customers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at building and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring quality and reliability in support of analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data-driven insights and maxi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a cross-functional team of engineers to deliver high-quality products. You will be hands-on in development, mentor engineers, and champion AI technologies, ensuring systems are scalable, secure...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the creation of a unified data platform, managing end-to-end designing, building, and operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while ensuring scalable architecture meets organizationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading the Data Program Management team to drive delivery for an enterprise Data & Analytics portfolio. Ensure effective execution and collaboration across complex initiatives in...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Transform financial strategy as a key partner to Technology and Product leaders, driving comprehensive planning and insights that align engineering investments with long-term business objectives in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$280K - $340K *

Join a team that shapes cutting-edge technical solutions by leading a high-performing group of Solutions Architects. Drive sales strategy and collaborative processes to enhance customer engagement and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovative data solutions by engineering scalable and robust platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance real-time data reliability and performance across complex environments, ensuring seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Discover a leadership role managing the strategic delivery of data products, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving innovation across teams to enhance performance and client onboarding ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform an engineering team as you lead them in delivering high-quality music experiences. Drive AI implementation, enhance team culture, and ensure reliable sprint execution while collaborating wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations using AI technology. Shape architectural decisions and collaborate with engineering teams to develop scalable backend services, improving member exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Help us elevate business growth through strategic relationships and innovative AI solutions. As a Senior Director of Business Development, you'll drive client engagement and lead initiatives transform...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$137K - $182K *

Pioneer impactful customer experiences by leading CX platforms and data strategy, ensuring seamless integration of analytics and customer insights to empower decision-making across the organization. D...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in data migration projects, ensuring successful execution and seamless transitions. Collaborate with clients and technical teams while maintaining data integrity and quality throughout...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $265K *

Seeking an experienced engineering leader to build data infrastructure that supports vital AI products, partner with cross-functional teams, and oversee high-quality data models for enhanced trip inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $158K *

Elevate your career by leading the vision and architecture of data reporting and analytics. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation in Business Intelligence and ensure the success of IT-led proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $167K *

Manage relationships with key strategic provider accounts to drive retention and growth. Play a crucial role in executive engagement and strategy execution, ensuring alignment with customer objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.