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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$140K - $180K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines in Azure, ensuring reliable data delivery and collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise in data modeling and governance to drive a...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable data solutions on Azure. You'll build data pipelines, optimize datasets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data p...
1 week ago
Data Program Manager, Data Strategy
$148K - $214K *
Join a team that's transforming financial data into strategic insights. As a key player, you'll bridge Finance and technology, driving data initiatives that enhance decision-making and empower teams w...
1 week ago
Director, Digital Software Engineering
$180K - $190K *
Lead the charge in transforming digital software engineering, overseeing the strategic direction and operational excellence of our digital applications, focusing on user experiences and driving innova...
4 weeks ago
$120K - $144K *
Unlock your potential as you collaborate across teams to develop modern data solutions, enhance data workflows, and drive data-driven decision-making using innovative technologies like Palantir Foundr...
1 month ago
Senior Director, Analytics Engineering, Data Analytics & AI
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential by leading a 20+ team of Analytics Engineers in transforming data foundations, driving AI adoption, and pushing Snowflake's data analytics capabilities forward to meet internal and cu...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$175K - $210K *
Empower a transformative intelligence strategy by integrating data, AI, and analytics to drive growth and innovation across multiple business domains. Lead cross-functional teams to create trusted ins...
3 weeks ago
Director of Data Engineering and Analytics
$175K - $210K *
Transform data capabilities by building foundational systems and a high-performing team. Drive analytics, reporting, and production systems while ensuring data integrity and strategic alignment with b...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Data Product Platform
$208K - $429K *
Elevate data-driven decision-making by architecting core data ecosystems. Drive impactful analytics solutions, establish governance policies, and mentor engineers to enhance productivity and innovatio...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Staff Software Engineer, Data Product Platform
$208K - $429K *
Transform data ecosystems by leading strategic initiatives for data warehouses, analytics tools, and governance, driving impactful solutions for complex business challenges at scale while mentoring en...
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Senior Director, Client Operations
$192K - $266K *
Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...
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$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in designing and supporting data integration platforms that drive global operations. Collaborate with IT and business teams to enhance data solutions, ensuring reliability and scalabil...
1 week ago
Sr. Manager, Data Engineering & Applied Data Science
$152K - $227K *
Drive the strategy and delivery of enterprise data products and AI solutions, leading a multidisciplinary team to transform business challenges into scalable data and AI products that foster growth an...
2 days ago
Engineering Manager, Discovery
$150K - $180K *
Champion innovative care discovery solutions by leading a dynamic engineering team. Collaborate across functions to enhance user experiences, streamline workflows, and drive measurable outcomes in hea...
2 days ago
$150K - $191K *
Lead a dynamic team of analysts to deliver impactful data insights, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving innovation in analytics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cl...
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$150K - $191K *
Drive a high-performing analytics team to deliver impactful insights for clients. Lead complex analyses, enhance team capabilities, and foster collaboration across departments to shape data-driven str...
Yesterday
$150K - $191K *
Lead the charge in analytics excellence by managing a dynamic team of analysts, driving impactful insights for clients, and enhancing analytical frameworks to scale operations and foster innovation in...
Yesterday
Sr Director, Engineering - Digital
$220K - $240K *
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...
Reposted 6 days ago
Lead Data Integration Engineer
$135K - $160K *
Transform data solutions by architecting enterprise-grade pipelines, leading a high-performing team, and embedding best practices to create scalable, robust data environments for analysis and insights...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Empower data-driven decisions by developing and maintaining robust data infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity, security, and accessibility, while driving inn...
1 week ago
Director, Data Engineering, International Banking, Toronto, Mexico, Colombia, Peru
$150K - $180K *
Drive operational excellence and innovation as a leader in DataOps across multiple regions, ensuring platform reliability and cost efficiency while fostering collaboration and continuous improvement i...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Shape the future of data at a fast-growing company by building and owning the entire data stack. Drive impactful decisions through reliable data infrastructure and collaborate across teams to enhance...
2 weeks ago
Principal Data Engineer, Intelligent Talent Acquisition
$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 3 weeks ago
$100K - $146K *
Engage in transforming and optimizing data architectures, ensuring timely delivery of trusted data assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data pipelines and support analytics, driv...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $195K *
Shape the future of land development by leading complex projects from site evaluation to stabilization. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage entitlements, and ensure compliance while driving innovati...
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What does a Director of Data Engineering do?
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?
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?
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.
Where can I find Director of Data Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?
You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.