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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$109K - $165K *

Build strong relationships at a leading IoT company, guiding enterprise customers through deployment and adoption of innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving customer success...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $140K *

Champion innovative data visualization solutions to enhance strategic decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, develop, and maintain impactful dashboards that simplify complex data fo...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI governance in software development. As a Senior Engineer, you'll design policies and tools that ensure safe, effective use of AI coding agents, empowering d...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of Customer Success by partnering with executives to enhance operational effectiveness, drive strategic initiatives, and transform complex data into actionable insights that inform de...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $357K *

Transform growth strategies by leading AI initiatives, targeting key customers, and driving adoption through innovative partnerships and market insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product of...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the delivery of large-scale technical programs by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing communication and operational efficiency, and driving strategic decisions to empower users and tack...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $270K *

Shape the future of mapping technology by leading the design and deployment of advanced ML models. Drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless integration and high-performan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $125K *

Join a team that's dedicated to executing strategic initiatives with precision. You will manage project logistics, streamline operations, and support executive decision-making, ensuring deadlines and...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$227K - $469K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of ML and data engineers to create cutting-edge ads measurement products. Drive technical strategy, enhance user insights, and collaborate cross-functiona...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive the development of autonomous AI systems that enhance decision-making across platforms. Shape AI architecture, integrate tools, and lead the creation of impactful AI solutions from concept to pr...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform cloud operations by leading a team to ensure performance, reliability, and cost-efficiency across multi-cloud environments, while driving incident management and fostering collaboration with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Optimize technology risk management across the enterprise by leading proactive assessments, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards, and embedding risk insights into decision-making for cloud, cy...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$173K - $313K *

Shape the future of customer-facing applications and APIs by leading engineering teams to enhance DNS and IP Acceleration services, ensuring performance, reliability, and usability at Internet scale...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $185K *

Elevate user experiences by leading the design of complex healthcare applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive interfaces that enhance clinical workflows and support hi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $276K *

Oversee the demand generation strategy, execution, and performance to build a high-performing system. Lead pipeline creation through innovative campaigns, AI integration, and cross-functional alignmen...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $115K *

Optimize security measures by leading technical solutions to mitigate information risks. Ensure compliance with corporate policies and oversee incident response, safeguarding all computing platforms a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$99K - $164K *

Champion innovative data solutions to enhance actuarial processes and decision-making. Lead a technical team driving advanced analytics and cloud-based strategies, implementing scalable data solutions...

Alpharetta, GARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading architecture in sales and implementations. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive technical excellence, enhance projects, and innovate solutions across multiple platfo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $198K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of data and technology, transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative data solutions that...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $169K *

Transform customer outcomes by leading a high-performing team dedicated to leveraging Samsara's solutions. Drive strategic growth while ensuring enterprise clients realize sustained value from their i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $165K *

Drive innovative fraud risk management solutions by leveraging advanced machine learning and data analytics. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance model development and mentor junior data scientist...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $153K *

Transform revenue recognition processes by leading the review of complex customer contracts, ensuring compliance with ASC 606 while driving automation and accuracy in accounting operations with impact...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic growth by leading enterprise sales and expanding SaaS solutions in a greenfield market. Engage with C-level stakeholders to provide tailored identity verification and fraud prevention...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $260K *

Join us in shaping the future of our AI infrastructure! Leverage your expertise to build and scale our cloud systems, ensuring reliability and security as we meet the demands of enterprise clients and...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.