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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$160K - $282K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of email infrastructure, managing high-volume personalized email systems. Lead and innovate while boosting team performance and impact through collaboration and tec...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing and maintaining scalable data pipelines, integrating diverse data sources, and optimizing cloud platforms to support analytics across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform data management at our organization by building scalable data pipelines to integrate and optimize workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality, leverage cloud technologies, and s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of data by building scalable ETL processes, seamless data pipelines, and optimizing database systems to enhance analytics and support business intelligence initiatives across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $260K *

Empower mission success by delivering innovative data science and integration solutions on-site, enhancing operational capabilities for defense and intelligence communities through hands-on engineerin...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $282K *

Manage and lead a dynamic engineering team to design and optimize high-performance email systems, ensuring scalability and reliability while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative solu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$224K - $308K *

Optimize customer integration by leading software, operations, and support initiatives. Drive onboarding and ongoing solutions across varied systems, ensuring reliability and scalability in mission-cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's enhancing productivity and driving innovation by leveraging AI-driven solutions for managed services. Collaborate across functions to design, implement, and support applications, op...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive the future of engineering by leading a growing team, ensuring quality product delivery, and fostering a culture of accountability and high performance. Collaborate closely with leaders to scale...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $150K *

Make your mark at a global digital product engineering firm. Collaborate with diverse teams to innovate solutions, elevate client success, and enhance your professional journey in a dynamic, non-hiera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Develop advanced AI/ML solutions that drive innovation, solving complex engineering and business challenges by leveraging machine learning engineering and data science methodologies in semiconductor e...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Reimagine solutions in a collaborative environment, driving client success through innovative problem-solving and strategic guidance while enhancing team dynamics and development...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engage collaboratively to design, build, and enhance platforms for secure enterprise data access, ensuring scalability, reliability, and compliance while working with cross-functional teams across ana...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of corporate finance; oversee key financial processes, deliver insights for strategic decisions, and drive efficiency as we prepare for significant growth and pot...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $240K *

Advance a comprehensive data strategy and governance framework for Finance, leading teams to enhance data quality and usage across a global organization while implementing best practices in data manag...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading global budgeting and cost management functions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive accountability and implement scalable planning processes, all while managin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$228K - $306K *

Lead the charge in transforming decision science into scalable solutions. In this pivotal role, you will oversee a high-performing team, guiding the integration of AI/ML engineering with innovative pr...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K *

Elevate your data engineering career by designing scalable solutions in Microsoft Fabric. Drive analytics readiness through advanced data pipelines, governance, and collaboration to empower business d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation by owning the end-to-end operational data pipeline, ensuring robust audio annotation processes, quality systems, and seamless interactions for data-driven model training in a fast-pac...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $270K *

Accelerate progress at a cutting-edge tech company by leading high-performing engineering teams to drive product strategies and execution, ensuring team growth and business impact in a fast-paced envi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $93K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on developing robust data and software solutions. Contribute to innovative projects that drive enterprise-level media measurement and optimization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $93K *

Innovate software and data solutions that enhance performance and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build impactful products while utilizing AI tools in a dynamic environment foc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $93K *

Empower cross-functional collaboration to design, develop, and optimize scalable software and data solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and driving innovation within a dynamic engineering team...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering AI-driven managed services solutions that optimize processes, enhance productivity, and create value. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and implement scalable ap...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the strategy for data governance, analytics, and AI across functions. Drive robust frameworks ensuring ethical data use and compliance, enabling innovation and measurable outcomes through cross-f...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.