Director of Data Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Data Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Data Engineering guide the strategy, architecture, and delivery of data platforms that help organizations turn information into reliable, useful products and insights.

What Does a Director of Data Engineering Do?

These leaders set technical direction for data engineering, oversee the design and operation of data pipelines and platforms, and build teams responsible for dependable data access. The role often involves partnering with executives and peers in analytics, product, security, and software engineering to align data systems with business priorities.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a blend of engineering expertise and organizational leadership. Relevant strengths may include data architecture, cloud platforms, distributed processing, data warehousing, governance, privacy, reliability, and cost management. Directors also need experience hiring and developing teams, setting roadmaps, communicating trade-offs, and delivering complex projects across departments.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Director-level roles may be available across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and other data-intensive industries. Depending on an organization’s structure, the position can lead to senior leadership opportunities such as Vice President of Data Engineering, Head of Data, or Chief Data Officer. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation details.

Find Director of Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Director of Data Engineering jobs to discover roles that match your leadership experience and technical expertise, and review each listing for its requirements and compensation information.

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$180K - $220K *

Empower innovation by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines, enhancing data accessibility, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive insights and product development in a dynam...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in designing and building a robust Cluster management platform. Collaborate with distributed teams to enhance observability and optimize performance, utilizing Go and modern telemetry...

North Carolina, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building robust data pipelines and models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and reliability while ensuring optimal performance and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable datasets for...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K *

Unlock potential by building and optimizing data pipelines within an Agile team, ensuring high-quality data for analytics and reporting. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable solutions an...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Grow transformative learning experiences by leading The Data Mine at Purdue Indy. Oversee operations, foster partnerships, and support student success through innovative data-driven initiatives and co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, driving data-driven decisions by designing and implementing innovative data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and support a...

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Today

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

$170K - $185K *

Champion the development of scalable data platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives and enhancing AI-assisted analytics. Collaborate with teams to drive technical direction and improve system pe...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

The General Manager of Data Operations at David AI will lead the critical function of data production, ensuring high-quality and scalable audio data operations. This role involves cross-functional col...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data analytics by bridging engineering and insights. As a key consultant, you'll design modern data platforms, optimize analytics delivery, and empower clients with actio...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $293K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, leveraging cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and governance while ensuring compliance and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Innovate data solutions by building and optimizing scalable data pipelines, ensuring quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data engineering and management...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by building, migrating, and deploying scalable data pipelines using cloud and big data technologies, while ensuring data governance and compliance across vari...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $270K *

Optimize data solutions by building and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and DevOps practices to enhance business insights and ope...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Unlock your potential as a Data Engineering professional, driving innovative data solutions through cloud technologies and governance practices. Collaborate with teams to optimize data pipelines and e...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform your career by leveraging data engineering principles to build scalable data solutions, optimize workflows, and ensure data governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dy...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $270K *

Transform data management by designing and deploying scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and DevOps practices to optimize data workflows a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $125K *

Drive data-driven innovation by building scalable models and pipelines, collaborating with teams to enhance our AI/ML capabilities, and delivering actionable insights for business growth in a fast-pac...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your 7+ years of experience to build robust data systems and pipelines. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform raw data into actionable insights, enhancing business...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive innovative media strategies for healthcare clients, leveraging audience insights and performance data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance planning processes and deliver impactful...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$440K - $500K+*

Drive the future of advertising data as a Product Manager, managing core data capabilities and working cross-functionally to deliver high-quality datasets that enhance ad experiences and drive busines...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Join a team that's building robust data foundations for advertising, driving high-impact solutions while prioritizing member experiences. Collaborate across functions to create scalable data products...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by driving core data capabilities for our advertising business. Collaborate across teams to build reliable, scalable data solutions that enhance monetization efforts and ensure a supe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to build and maintain a robust data platform, ensuring clean, reliable data ingestion and transformation for healthcare analytics. Leverage your expertise to enhance data quality a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $253K *

Transform data landscapes by building scalable pipelines and governance frameworks. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, quality, and compliance, while collaborating wi...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Data Engineering leads the teams and technical strategy behind an organization’s data platforms, pipelines, and infrastructure. The role typically combines architecture and operational oversight with hiring, planning, and cross-functional collaboration.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Data Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial data engineering experience, a record of leading technical teams, and knowledge of data architecture, cloud platforms, governance, and scalable systems. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are also valuable.

  • How much do Director of Data Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for available salary details.

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    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.