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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$120K - $140K *

Lead the transformation of platforms by utilizing new technologies and tools while managing a high-performance team. Champion development, ensuring reliability and security in solutions that meet comp...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $321K *

Transform the ML landscape by leading a talented engineering team to build scalable, secure ML infrastructure, bridging business strategies with technical execution to drive innovation and reliability...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Innovate customer-centric digital strategies, leading engineering teams to enhance e-commerce platforms and mobile applications, driving measurable growth in traffic, conversion, and satisfaction thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$109K - $145K *

Drive data architecture excellence by defining and governing enterprise data models and integration patterns, ensuring high-quality data integrity to support decision-making and analytics across the o...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $145K *

Join a team that drives enterprise data solutions by architecting scalable data models, ensuring data integrity, and supporting informed decision-making through innovative data governance and integrat...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$109K - $145K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by defining and overseeing data models, ensuring integrity, and guiding governance frameworks. Influence strategic data initiatives through collaboration, innova...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $300K *

Architect the future of data engagement by transforming our platform into an AI-native product. Collaborate across teams to ensure accessible, reliable data, while integrating advanced AI capabilities...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $307K *

Help us lead the deployment and innovation of AI in finance, transforming accounting workflows and architecting scalable solutions to enhance data-driven decision-making and efficiency across organiza...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $307K *

Transform financial operations by leading the implementation of advanced AI and ML solutions, ensuring seamless connectivity with systems. Drive automation initiatives and deliver strategic financial...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $307K *

Champion the deployment and scaling of AI-driven finance solutions, leading cross-functional teams to transform finance operations into autonomous, data-driven systems, enhancing efficiency and reduci...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $307K *

Join us in transforming finance through innovative AI and automation. Lead cross-functional teams to deploy Workday's financial solutions, enhancing processes and driving efficiency in a dynamic, coll...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a team to enhance data engineering practices, drive technology adoption, and deliver high-quality solutions for critical application needs while ensuring architectural integrity and ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the operational excellence and reliability of our Azure Databricks platform across several regions. Lead a distributed team to drive data pipeline operations, CI/CD, and continuous improvemen...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead innovative data science initiatives to enhance credit risk modeling, governance, and analysis. Drive scalable solutions that align with organizational growth objectives while developing top-tier...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $248K *

Shape and oversee complex data projects to enhance data services across teams, driving technical strategy and interoperability solutions while mentoring engineers and ensuring data quality in a fast-p...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $225K *

Join a team that's transforming technology by developing data-driven solutions. Leverage your expertise in big data and cloud computing to solve complex problems and drive innovation in a fast-paced...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the development and automation of GTM workflows. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency, leverage AI for data-driven decision-making, and drive the optimization of...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower data engineering efforts by ensuring data movement, storage, and quality for advanced AI applications. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative data solutions that support national securit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $187K *

Manage the end-to-end delivery of a multi-phase Enterprise Data Platform program. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, budget-friendly execution and adoption to support data-drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $198K *

Innovate data engineering solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into effective data strategies and architectures, ensuring quality and performance i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $199K *

Champion the development of innovative data solutions, leading a high-performing engineering team to align with strategic goals. Drive excellence in data architecture, governance, and collaboration ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $199K *

Elevate your career by leading a data engineering team to deliver innovative solutions aligned with the bank’s data strategy while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration. Drive customer v...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $199K *

Accelerate your career as a Senior Data Engineering Manager, leading and mentoring data teams to deliver scalable solutions that drive business value and align with the bank's strategic goals. Collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$98K - $199K *

Lead a data engineering team to innovate and deliver cutting-edge solutions. Align with stakeholders, promote best practices, and foster a culture of excellence to enhance the bank's data strategy and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive the development of innovative cloud-native data solutions that enhance operational efficiency and enable actionable insights for healthcare clients. You will build, maintain...

3 weeks ago

  •   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.