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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$125K - $147K *

Lead and optimize a team of Enterprise Technical Leads while managing complex enterprise engagements. Drive team development and technical solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction and efficiency acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead a dynamic software engineering team, shaping high-performance solutions for our next-gen BCI platform. Oversee architecture, guide complex dependencies, and establish engineering best...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Engage engineering teams in driving innovative governance solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment. Lead...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $223K *

Lead the development of robust data pipelines and architecture, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure data integration and usability. Drive innovation in data modeling, storage, and anal...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Bring your expertise to a strategic leadership role overseeing electrical substation engineering, driving operational performance and talent development across projects, while ensuring engineering qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$186K - $255K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative data solutions across batch, streaming, and real-time workloads, while driving data governance and quality initiatives within a collaborative r...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $217K *

Champion data-driven innovation by leading data engineering efforts, driving architecture decisions, and enhancing investment data workflows while ensuring compliance, security, and scalability across...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower teams to innovate in software engineering, leading Data and AI initiatives across multiple departments. Drive strategic technology adoption, foster collaboration, and ensure leadership alignme...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Play a key role in shaping AI-driven security operations by leading detection engineering efforts. Collaborate with teams to innovate detection methodologies and improve security solutions for diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Optimize operational strategies and processes to enhance Sales Engineering effectiveness. Drive cross-functional alignment, reporting, and resource planning to scale technical pre-sales operations in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform technical operations by driving optimization and scaling efforts within Sales Engineering. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, improve reporting, and ensure operational exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming our analytics landscape by designing and implementing innovative data solutions, while mentoring a dedicated team of engineers to optimize data pipelines and support ad...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming data engineering solutions to support AI and ML initiatives. Drive team excellence in pipeline design and implementation, ensuring robust data governance while collabor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing, optimizing, and supporting scalable ETL/ELT solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance functionality and automate processes using Azure tech...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate secure, scalable data solutions across cloud platforms. Engage with stakeholders to implement ETL pipelines, enhance data quality, and drive data governance while adopting modern engineering...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $262K *

Accelerate progress at a pivotal role, driving data partnerships that transform strategic engagements into revenue streams while enhancing creative intelligence integration within adtech ecosystems...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data solutions that enhance analytical maturity and drive strategic business decisions. Collaborate across teams to establish data governance and optimize data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$235K - $294K *

Shape the future of member experience engineering by leading a team focused on enhancing digital interfaces, advocate tools, and AI-driven contact center solutions to streamline member support and boo...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$214K - $268K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading the Member Experience Engineering team to enhance member and advocate interactions through innovative digital solutions and AI advancements in our...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$268K - $335K *

Lead the charge in transforming member and advocate experiences through innovative engineering. Drive strategy for web, mobile, and AI solutions that enhance support quality while reducing costs in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$295K - $345K *

Lead a talented engineering team to innovate data tooling, creating scalable workflows that enhance data quality and usability while aligning cross-functional efforts to solve complex data challenges...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $191K *

Engage your leadership skills as you guide a data engineering team in crafting scalable solutions for customer-focused initiatives, ensuring high efficiency and quality in engineering practices while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $191K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable data solutions while mentoring a talented team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance data foundations and streamline AI practices, setting high...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock new possibilities by developing and maintaining innovative cloud infrastructure, ensuring stable and secure service delivery across diverse environments while collaborating closely with cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $178K *

Empower the evolution of our analytics platforms. Join us to architect and enhance scalable, AI-driven decision intelligence engines that turn complex data into actionable insights for CPG clients, br...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.