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 - $266K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing creative strategy for paid social channels. Lead innovative campaigns across Meta, TikTok, and YouTube, driving conversion through compelling content and performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $200K *

Champion the shift to consumption-based pricing by leading transformative initiatives across revenue operations, leveraging strategic insight and operational expertise to drive growth and align stakeh...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $266K *

Drive success as you lead a remote team of Systems Engineers to enhance technical sales and partner engagement across the Southwest Mountain region, ensuring strong product adoption in a rapidly evolv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building innovative water management solutions for clients while fostering collaboration, driving project success, and developing a new office in Calgary. Influential mentorship and...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$70K - $95K *

Lead cross-functional project initiatives by managing client relationships, documentation, and case oversight. Collaborate effectively with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$126K - $171K *

Unlock potential by driving digital product strategies that validate AI opportunities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess feasibility, shape solutions, and recommend scalable AI initiat...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer success operations by developing a robust engagement model, implementing data-driven strategies, and mentoring a team focused on proactive retention and streamlin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $160K *

Explore challenges in building a managed cloud service focused on high availability, scalability, and performance. Collaborate with engineers to develop complex solutions while enhancing customer succ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $435K *

Reimagine partner strategies to drive growth and foster collaboration with enterprise sales leaders, ensuring alignment in generating impactful pipeline and bookings to accelerate revenue for Adobe's...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $170K *

Empower your career by shaping positioning and messaging strategies, leading go-to-market initiatives, and driving customer adoption while building a high-performing team in a dynamic B2B SaaS environ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $220K *

Help us drive compliance innovation in product development. Leverage AI tools to ensure seamless integration of regulatory standards from ideation to launch while maintaining a risk-aware culture that...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Unlock transformative potential in a hybrid role where technology meets sales. Collaborate across teams to architect AI-driven systems, replacing manual outreach with automated intelligence aimed at t...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $135K *

Transform community governance by leading metro district operations and strategy, ensuring financial management aligns with long-term outcomes. Shape scalable systems and cultivate industry relationsh...

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Reposted 3 days ago

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

$99K - $249K *

Accelerate growth through multi-channel marketing strategies, balancing B2B and B2C initiatives from acquisition to engagement. Drive results by leveraging data insights for performance measurement an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$215K - $408K *

Transform healthcare delivery by providing medical leadership and oversight, enhancing quality improvement, and driving innovative care strategies across the health plan's operations and provider netw...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $428K *

Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management initiatives, driving quality improvement, and enhancing provider collaboration. Contribute to strategic planning and performance optimizatio...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Transform client needs into innovative, scalable tech solutions by collaborating across teams and discovering root causes, ensuring measurable ROI through clear storytelling and strategic problem-solv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping global discipline engineering, leading high-quality deliverables, and optimizing design standards. Drive technical excellence, mentor engineering talent, and ensure complian...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Architect robust data strategies and pipelines that transform raw marketing insights into actionable, predictive frameworks. Drive advanced analytics and lead a dedicated team to enhance decision-maki...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $192K *

Shape the future of data-driven applications by designing and building scalable backend services, collaborating across teams to enhance performance and usability while upholding engineering best pract...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $389K *

Invent cutting-edge recommendation systems that empower advertisers and sellers. Lead large-scale ML projects, drive AI solutions, and impact product strategies for tools transforming insights into ac...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive innovation by partnering with customers to craft tailored power solutions, leveraging technical expertise while collaborating across engineering, marketing, and sales to ensure product excellenc...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$70K - $95K *

Transform data into actionable insights as you drive strategic decisions and optimize revenue growth through automated dashboards and robust analysis within a dynamic Finance team...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Join our innovative team to shape the M0 brand's voice and visual identity. Take ownership of creative direction, translating complex narratives into impactful campaigns, while collaborating with mult...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Build data solutions by mastering internal and external data sources. Drive data integration projects and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize pipelines, ensuring compliance and securit...

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  •   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.