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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$156K - $172K *

Join a team that's driving secure architecture for multi-tenant SaaS applications. You'll advise product teams, lead threat modeling and design reviews, ensuring best practices in security while navig...

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5 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving the development of S1000D-based IETMs through technical leadership, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring compliance with DoD standards and enhancing user documentation ef...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $195K *

Transform project delivery by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and fostering continuous improvement. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective implementation of methodolog...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Drive the transformation of our Government contracts function, managing a complex pipeline of 40-100 high-value agreements. Partner with stakeholders to ensure seamless execution, compliance, and risk...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $125K *

Unlock your potential by developing impactful Power BI solutions to drive data insights for federal clients, leveraging Power Apps and Power Automate to enhance reporting and analytics in a collaborat...

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6 days ago

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

$96K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data science, leveraging machine learning and analytics to enhance the performance of renewable energy systems and optimize our AI-driven clean energy platform...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Champion data strategy to transform decision-making with scalable products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to commercialize data assets and drive growth within the financial services landscap...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $170K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by building, scaling, and securing systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, improve processes, and support rapid deployment in a dynamic, cloud...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$134K - $180K *

Transform complex business challenges into tailored technology solutions by collaborating with clients and internal teams. Leverage your technical expertise to drive innovation and enhance customer ex...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Champion a transformative recruiting function that shapes our organization, focusing on consistent, inclusive hiring practices while partnering with leadership to meet diverse talent needs across tech...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Transform IT leadership by optimizing operational efficiency and vendor management while ensuring policy compliance and high service standards within the organization...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Take ownership of high-volume campaign implementations, leading cross-functional teams to ensure precise execution from kickoff to launch. Collaborate with various departments to optimize workflows an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $105K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role that drives demand generation, optimizes digital marketing performance, and develops targeted strategies to enhance pipeline for supply chain solutions in a fast-p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AEC through advanced AI solutions. As a Principal Research Engineer, you'll lead innovative projects, collaborating across disciplines to enhance design and en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing our RevOps function, ensuring seamless integration of systems and processes. Drive operational excellence for our sales and marketing teams while executing critical tasks...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $257K *

Strategize and expand biopharmaceutical partnerships by identifying opportunities, closing new customers, and fostering existing client relationships to drive business growth and meet strategic object...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $105K *

Join a team that drives high-impact medical communications programs through expert event planning and execution. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver complex engagements in a fast-pa...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen AI datacenter infrastructure, overseeing all project management aspects. Ensure timely delivery, budget compliance, and cross-functional collaboration while addr...

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4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Explore a dynamic sales role focused on acquiring new healthcare clients and expanding existing partnerships, driving revenue growth through strategic enterprise SaaS solutions while managing key rela...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing engineering team focused on cloud platform strategies to optimize technology experiences in digital retail environments, ensuring reliability and security in mission...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $208K *

Elevate your career by shaping our long-term financial strategy and driving impactful decision-making. Collaborate cross-functionally to support growth initiatives, enhance performance, and unlock bus...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Champion the transformation of core platform architecture to drive swift, impactful solutions and elevate engineering capacity, leading cross-functional teams to redefine foundational capabilities and...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $150K *

Drive sales growth by maximizing customer satisfaction, managing key accounts, and executing regional strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery while maintaining CRM and analyzing...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the establishment of AI security posture and hygiene strategies across enterprise environments, focusing on governance, risk management, and compliance while enhancing cybersecurity measures and...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise security posture initiatives, manage teams, and drive continuous improvement through innovative AI integration, ensuring robust cybersecurity across on-premise and cloud environments...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.