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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$120K - $145K *

Drive the development and maintenance of data pipelines, enhancing data quality and supporting analytics initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable systems while growing expertise in dis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Build and maintain robust data pipelines and infrastructure, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data quality and support analytics and machine le...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $260K *

Join us to transform complex data into scalable pipelines that drive analytics and decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build robust data architectures and ensure data integrity...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a fast-paced environment where you'll lead the development of a cutting-edge model serving platform, mentor engineers, and drive high-performance AI infrastructure innovation, directly impacting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading a high-performing team to develop scalable data governance and collaboration platforms, ensuring seamless data sharing and enterprise administratio...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Empower a skilled data engineering team by designing and optimizing data pipelines, enhancing platform functionalities, and ensuring high performance while mentoring peers and improving technical prac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $208K *

Champion advanced DevOps practices and innovations to build resilient infrastructure supporting real-time machine learning and personalization services across streaming platforms. Drive efficiency and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$112K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving digital transformation by architecting and optimizing high-performance data pipelines in Databricks Lakehouse environments. Collaborate with federal technical teams to enhan...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Provide executive-level technical leadership for a WealthTech platform, shaping engineering vision and strategy. Lead high-performing teams, drive platform modernization, and ensure compliance while c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $150K *

Shape the future of our enterprise data platform by leading product strategy, defining capabilities, and ensuring alignment across business and technology teams to deliver scalable, secure, and truste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Engage stakeholders and elevate brand awareness by defining and implementing robust communication strategies. Build trusted relationships within the community and lead recruitment efforts in a competi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data engineering, designing and implementing robust ETL pipelines, optimizing data storage, and enhancing data accessibility to empower analytics and machine le...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $293K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable data solutions, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring robust governance across enterprise data platforms. Drive innovation while mentoring engineers to...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Empower enterprise data initiatives by providing architectural leadership and governance. Guide teams in best practices for scalable data solutions, ensuring quality and compliance while fostering inn...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Shape the future of enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data governance. Collaborate with teams to design robust data pipelines and mentor...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Lead the architectural design and governance of enterprise data platforms, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions. Guide teams on best practices, data quality, and stakeholder engagement to drive succe...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Engineer scalable data solutions by leading architecture and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams on best practices, ensuring robust designs and data quality while mentoring engineers...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $270K *

Lead the architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams in best practices, design patterns, and data quality while ensuring scalable, reliable solutions that meet bu...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $270K *

Lead the architectural design and governance of enterprise data platforms, ensuring scalable, reliable solutions. Mentor teams on best practices and engage stakeholders to align data strategies with b...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding best practices, and ensuring data quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to design robust systems that meet business needs...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Shape the future of data architecture by leading enterprise-level initiatives, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring scalable, high-quality data solutions that meet business needs and governan...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Elevate enterprise data architecture by leading scalable solutions, guiding teams on best practices, and ensuring robust governance. Drive innovation in data engineering while collaborating with stake...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Empower your career by leading architectural direction and governance for enterprise data platforms. Guide teams in best practices, ensure data quality, and foster collaboration across stakeholders to...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Drive architectural excellence and governance for enterprise data platforms, guiding teams in scalable design, data quality, and best practices. Foster collaboration with stakeholders to ensure robust...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.

  • Where can I find Director of Data Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

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