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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$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by joining our global security team, providing technical support and proactive solutions to enhance customer security postures through timely issue resolution and innovative securi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform complex eDiscovery projects by overseeing execution, coordinating teams, and providing client support. Guide solutions that meet diverse legal and business needs while mentoring and developi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Champion high-impact training strategies to boost seller performance. Lead and mentor a skilled team while actively designing and delivering effective learning experiences that align with business pri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $300K *

Lead and manage a dynamic Identity consulting team, driving successful delivery of identity-focused services. Engage clients, establish best practices, and contribute to growth through business develo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $148K *

Shape the future of enterprise customer success by driving strategic partnerships, transforming operational data into measurable outcomes, and championing impactful change for mid-large accounts withi...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $275K *

Lead the advancement of innovative energy solutions by overseeing development engineering for multiple powerhouse sites, managing team efforts to ensure project readiness and compliance with regulator...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $176K *

Champion the development of cloud-native Internal Developer Platforms, leveraging your 12+ years of AWS expertise to build scalable solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, enhance developer experie...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $254K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by driving partnerships and integrations with leading technology providers. In this high-impact role, lead strategic initiatives to enhance revenue and optimize c...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of AI-driven clinical care by leading the Medical Intelligence Team to ensure high quality, safety, and efficiency in patient routing and treatment protocols. Collaborate to set e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$272K - $431K *

Manage and lead the development of RL post-training frameworks, integrating complex systems for high-performance AI. Drive strategy, team building, and execution across distributed environments to enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise-level GitLab adoption through strategic engineering, technical discovery, and architecture design. Shape scalable solutions and reusable assets that enhance custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $125K *

Optimize backend systems and data interactions; deliver scalable, secure solutions while collaborating in an agile environment to enhance software for healthcare data processing and reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Data Quality / Governance Analyst to ensure accurate, reliable enterprise data through effective governance, validation, and alignment across systems for a large federal mission env...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our post-sale customer journey by directing a growing Customer Success Operations team. Enhance tools and processes to drive customer retention, efficiency, and overall g...

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3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower the mobile delivery landscape by leading CI/CD automation and enhancing engineering practices, while mentoring teams and shaping scalable solutions for high-quality mobile applications across...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $245K *

Drive growth by leading the product marketing function across diverse legal customer segments, crafting tailored go-to-market strategies, and building a high-performance team that executes innovative...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$60K - $211K *

Engineer security solutions that safeguard internal environments through innovative design and integration. Collaborate with teams to optimize security architectures, automate processes, and enhance o...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Empower AI capabilities by overseeing infrastructure for production AI solutions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enable operational readiness, monitor performance, and drive contin...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage large-scale engineering projects, ensuring successful design, build, and improvement of distribution facilities while leading cross-functional teams and stakeholders...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative solutions by architecting scalable ML systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align tech with business goals and ensuring robust and secure deployment across diverse...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Lead the development of user-facing AI applications and analytics solutions, enhancing operational efficiency through innovative design and technical execution under guidance, while engaging with team...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $205K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end scheduling and lab experience within our core clinical operations platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive AI-powered solutions that enhance efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate software engineering through hands-on leadership, guiding AI development and influencing product direction across multiple platforms while ensuring quality and trust in member experiences...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$175K - $200K *

Develop and innovate agent behaviors in healthcare workflows, ensuring AI performance is accurate and safe while facilitating scalable, evidence-based improvements. Collaborate closely with Product an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Architect financial planning and analysis strategies that drive informed decisions, enhance capital management, and foster scalable growth across the enterprise, collaborating closely with cross-funct...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.