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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$172K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining national security through innovative data science and integration solutions. This senior-level role blends technology and strategy in critical environments, requiring han...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Transform data engineering practices by driving infrastructure projects, enhancing pipeline reliability, and ensuring quality analytics across key business areas. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in financial data engineering and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance and modernize data platforms, ensuring accuracy and efficiency to...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Manage and enhance data platforms, driving modernization and data governance. Collaborate across teams to foster a data-driven culture and improve analytics capabilities in a dynamic, global environme...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Transform data engineering processes to enhance finance-related platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to modernize infrastructures, optimize data governance, and drive data-driven initi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Transform data landscapes by modernizing platforms, driving analytics, and fostering collaboration. Engage with IT and business leaders to implement and enhance processes ensuring accurate, timely dat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as you modernize finance-related data platforms. Collaborate across teams to drive data-driven culture and innovate technologies, ensuring data quality and governance while enhan...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Engineer and modernize data platforms, collaborating across teams to foster a data-driven culture and enhance analytics. Drive change through cutting-edge solutions, ensuring data governance, quality...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming data strategies by modernizing finance-related data platforms, optimizing processes, and collaborating cross-functionally to inspire a data-driven culture...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Inspire a dynamic team to elevate AI/ML engineering efforts, managing scalable solutions and bridging data science with production-grade services. Drive strategic collaboration and operational excelle...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the innovation of data engineering solutions, driving analytics and insights through collaboration and expertise in database management, ETL/ELT processes, and advanced technologies. Empower team...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $222K *

Pioneer the evolution of our data platform, driving modernization and scalability across departments to enhance analytics, strengthen governance, and cultivate a high-performing engineering team in a...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $160K *

Engineer impactful data models and pipelines for publisher monetization, balancing customer experiences with advertiser needs while ensuring data reliability and quality across our advertising-support...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of data strategy and analytics for Retail. Lead and inspire a talented team to drive innovative solutions and enhance client relationships, leveraging your expertis...

3 days ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Pioneer enterprise data engineering excellence by leading strategic initiatives, driving platform modernization, and fostering innovation in analytics and AI capabilities within a dynamic organization...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $260K *

Transform your career as you lead an engineering team to develop cutting-edge products across platforms. Engage with diverse talents to drive strategy, execution, and innovation in a fast-paced enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions that enable actionable insights and optimize performance across enterprise initiatives. Drive the architecture and development o...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $178K *

Join a team that's shaping data-driven decision-making in finance! As a Data Engineer, you'll design, develop, and launch global ETL solutions that influence Amazon's international business operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $140K *

Drive innovation by designing and optimizing data platforms that enable analytics and AI initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions that meet diverse business...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $312K *

Drive identity innovation by leading IAM Engineering, ensuring secure and scalable platforms for workforce and non-human identities while guiding teams towards excellence in modern identity solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $312K *

Champion the evolution of Identity and Access Management engineering, leading a high-impact team to build secure, scalable identity solutions across diverse environments while ensuring operational exc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving AI initiatives with a skilled data science team, balancing mentorship and project management to deliver impactful machine learning solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive impactful data engineering solutions by designing secure data pipelines, optimizing cloud integrations, and ensuring data integrity within a DoD modernization initiative. Collaborate to enable r...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $160K *

Engage in a transformative role where you'll leverage AI to enhance user experiences and streamline operations. Collaborate across teams to build innovative data-driven solutions that impact thousands...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the design and optimization of scalable data systems that drive analytics and business intelligence, leading a talented team of engineers while collaborating with cross-functional partners to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.