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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$100K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to define and enhance the data platform, ensuring robust governance and operational standards while championing IaC practices to drive efficiency and security complia...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the design and scaling of our data platform, managing a high-performing team to drive data architecture that supports analytics and AI initiatives. Foster collaboration and innovation while ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by designing and optimizing data systems that enable efficient data collection and transformation for defense initiatives, collaborating with teams to improve data architecture and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing, building, and optimizing systems that efficiently collect, store, and transform critical data for defense operations. Join a collaborative team dedic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$221K - $304K *

Join a hyper-growth team leading pre-sales Solutions Architects in Canada, driving expansion across sectors. Elevate team performance and foster strong client relationships to maximize impact and inno...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of a data integration hub, leading agile development efforts, collaborating with teams, and automating data processes to enhance performance management and analytic...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $204K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative data and AI solutions while overseeing multidisciplinary teams and large-scale transformation programs. Act as a trusted advisor to clients, shaping strategy a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $252K *

Lead multiple teams in delivering innovative Azure solutions while fostering an inclusive culture. Connect business objectives to technical roadmaps, overseeing architecture decisions and ensuring ali...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $285K *

Join a dynamic team driving the evolution of brand creativity, leading design, video, and copy across initiatives while fostering talent and elevating standards in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$213K - $285K *

Champion a unified creative vision, leading design, video, and copy teams to elevate brand identity and impact. Drive excellence and innovation in a fast-paced environment while nurturing future creat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$213K - $285K *

Lead the charge in creative excellence, unifying design, video, and copy teams to deliver impactful work and elevate brand evolution. Drive innovation and talent development in a collaborative and fas...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$190K - $260K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing ecosystem strategies across multiple partners, enhancing co-sell and fulfillment processes, and developing scalable engagement models to drive revenue growth and ec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by transforming complex data landscapes into streamlined platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enable data-driven insights and lead the creation of robust cloud in...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive technical excellence and innovation as a Technical Lead in data engineering, guiding teams to deliver cutting-edge analytics solutions in a dynamic cloud environment while mentoring engineers an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the development and leadership of data operations, driving operational excellence and automation in private markets, while building a high-performing team to deliver institutional-grade data...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape and scale robust data infrastructures, driving engineering excellence and mentoring teams. Lead end-to-end data solutions, ensuring alignment with business strategies while delivering high-quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K *

Shape the future of data analytics by leading end-to-end process design, enhancing workflows with AI, and driving innovative product development. Leverage your expertise to scale infrastructure and su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K *

Join us to lead the architecture and development of scalable data platforms, leveraging your expertise in software engineering, application design, and lifecycle management to enhance our technology i...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer robust data infrastructure and pipelines to enhance reporting, analytics, and dynamic pricing capabilities across multiple platforms, ensuring data quality and operational efficiency with min...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the data landscape by leading the design and implementation of our data platform. You'll mentor a team, set engineering standards, and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver impactful data...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform data operations by establishing and leading a high-performance team that optimizes processes, enhances AI capabilities, and ensures data accuracy for institutional-grade outputs...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$213K - $284K *

Lead the vision and technical strategy for Stitch Fix's core data and AI platforms, driving innovation in personalization, intelligent automation, and enterprise solutions through advanced data integr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $222K *

Advance data-driven success by leading the design and execution of scalable data platforms, ensuring compliance and security, while driving innovation across analytics and business strategies to enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative data engineering initiatives to design, build, and scale robust data pipelines while mentoring team members and aligning technical efforts with strategic business goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Drive data innovation by leading a skilled team to develop scalable data products and analytics solutions, enhancing reporting ecosystems for internal and client use. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.