Director of Data Engineering Jobs

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.

What Does a Director of Data Engineering Do?

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.

Key Skills and Qualifications

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.

Career Paths and Opportunities

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.

Find Director of Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

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.

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$91K - $179K *

Join a team that's transforming Human Capital through innovative data solutions. You'll design, build, and implement analytics products that empower clients with actionable insights, leveraging AI and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Transform data into actionable insights by designing and implementing analytics solutions that enhance workforce strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, AI-driven prod...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Optimize data-driven solutions by designing and implementing analytics products that enhance Human Capital services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and support...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative analytics solutions, transforming complex human capital data into actionable insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI an...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing analytics solutions that enhance workforce insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven products, ensuring scalability and go...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Analyze and deliver innovative analytics solutions that empower clients to tackle complex workforce challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable data pipelines and actionable...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Engineer innovative data solutions that empower AI and analytics for Human Capital, transforming complex data into actionable insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impact...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Innovate data-driven solutions by designing and implementing analytics products that enhance Human Capital services, ensuring data integrity and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional t...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative analytics solutions that enhance Human Capital services, leveraging AI and data engineering to deliver actionable insights and drive client succe...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Contribute to innovative analytics solutions by designing and implementing data-driven products that enhance Human Capital services, ensuring scalable and secure data architecture for AI and ML applic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing analytics solutions that enhance Human Capital services. Collaborate with teams to deliver data-driven insights, ensuring data integrity and scalability...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$192K - $272K *

Lead the architectural evolution of core data infrastructure, driving the design of ingestion frameworks and orchestration systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure durable platform capabilities for...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Transform data operations by managing Airtable systems and ensuring reliable API integrations. Collaborate with teams to maintain data integrity and support reporting efforts, while gaining insights i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by supporting data operations in a fast-paced environment, ensuring reliable data flow and integration across systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and con...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$164K - $246K *

Join a team that's redefining data connectivity by leading the development of innovative cloud and edge systems. Drive technical decisions, build robust platforms, and empower engineers to create impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Join as a Technical Project Manager to lead IT project coordination, ensuring successful delivery through effective communication with clients and teams while fostering project management talent for f...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $190K *

Lead the transformation of enterprise data platforms by architecting and modernizing data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and performance while driving innovat...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $163K *

Lead the development and management of data systems for monitoring and evaluation across health programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality, support capacity building, and drive strategic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $200K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise data by developing strategies, governance, and integration frameworks. Lead a Data Engineering team to enhance data capabilities, ensuring data is a strategic asset...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software quality assurance with an automation-first strategy. Lead and inspire a skilled team to ensure robust testing across firmware, compilers, and inference serving...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Contribute to data generation processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring accurate execution and timely delivery of data to stakeholders while managing service requests and troubleshooting issues eff...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Innovate the engineering landscape by leading diverse teams in web, mobile, and data sectors. Drive technical excellence, promote AI integration, and ensure top-tier performance. Collaborate cross-fun...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable data solutions, driving modernization across cloud-native platforms, and mentoring engineers to elevate data engineering standards within a co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Develop and optimize data integration pipelines and APIs for geospatial data visualization. Collaborate on full-stack applications, ensuring secure access and efficient data retrieval within cloud-bas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to the development and optimization of data integration pipelines and APIs, enhancing geospatial data visualization. Leverage your expertise in cloud-based data engineering and full-stack a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Engineering do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.