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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$286K - $387K *

Join a team that's transforming data platforms to power AI-driven insights, enabling self-service analytics and innovative solutions while supporting thousands of data practitioners across the organiz...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building robust data solutions that empower stakeholders to make informed decisions by delivering high-quality data pipelines and integrating modern analytics architecture across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Deliver scalable data solutions to enhance analytics and decision-making in a complex B2B environment. Lead technical teams in data management and engineering, ensuring alignment with marketing object...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Take ownership of data management and engineering strategies to support scalable analytics and effective marketing decisions in a complex B2B environment. Lead teams, ensure data governance, and foste...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Help us define and execute a robust data strategy integrating analytics, AI, and engineering to support effective marketing decisions and scalable solutions across a complex B2B environment, prioritiz...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that leads data strategy and product ownership for scalable analytics. Drive innovation in marketing measurement and analytics while managing key data projects and architecture within a B2...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of a high-growth data solutions business, driving revenue, client engagement, and team leadership, while shaping product direction in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Lead the development of a centralized data platform, managing core datasets and collaborating with teams across the firm to ensure optimal data solutions and quality, while mentoring junior staff in a...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's central to the firm’s investment process, innovating and enhancing our core data platform by collaborating with diverse teams to optimize data solutions and drive insights in a dyna...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in inspiring a high-performing analytics team, applying data-driven insights to enhance product strategies, and driving effective, cross-functional collaborations for impactful busines...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive impactful data initiatives by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build AI-driven data products, ensuring data quality and reliability...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making while optimizing AI-powered products. Collaborate in an Agile team to turn complex data into actionable insights while overseeing ETL pipelines and enhancing data q...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming the data landscape by designing and building a robust Snowflake environment. Take ownership of innovative data engineering solutions to support operational integrations...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in shaping our data infrastructure! Build, maintain, and optimize data pipelines in a modern Snowflake-based warehouse while collaborating with teams to enhance analytics and reporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and management of scalable data systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and integrity, supporting organizational growth and inno...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $181K *

Drive enterprise data engineering strategy and governance, ensuring optimal platform health, resource management, and data trust. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate and optimize cloud data solu...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $181K *

Accelerate your career by leading enterprise data engineering initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment, platform reliability, and innovative governance practices. Partner with stakeholders to deliver...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain efficient data pipelines and analytics infrastructure to support cross-functional teams and drive insights into payroll and personal finance for partner companies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $307K *

Build scalable strategies for data science in asset acquisition, transforming one-off analyses into systematic tools and insights that enhance sourcing and evaluation processes for drug assets...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $170K *

Shape the future of client relationships by leading success initiatives, mentoring a dynamic team, and driving revenue growth through exceptional service and strategic insights in the programmatic adv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$245K - $307K *

Transform our approach to asset evaluation by scaling data science insights into strategic analysis and tools that enhance our drug acquisition and diligence capabilities, bridging technical expertise...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to develop reliable data solutions that transform complex data into actionable insights, enhancing the company’s reporting and decision-making capabilities through hands-on enginee...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Contribute to designing and building systems for executing queries at scale. Collaborate with engineers and product teams to influence architecture and innovate on data infrastructure, enabling fast a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $275K *

Lead a team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions, driving technical direction and fostering team growth. Collaborate with leadership to align engineering efforts with business objec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $233K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team driving the metadata layer on the dbt platform. Lead architectural design and delivery of APIs and services while fostering growth and technical excellence...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.