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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$197K - $313K *

Join a team that's dedicated to securing platforms and protecting users from fraud. Lead and influence cybersecurity initiatives through collaboration with diverse teams while shaping the defense stra...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $93K *

Join our dynamic team to enhance software and data solutions, driving growth and innovation across industries. Engage in cross-functional collaboration to deliver scalable applications while leveragin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $117K *

Join our team to design, develop, and maintain data solutions, optimize performance, and support business insights through collaboration and coding excellence in a dynamic environment...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Deliver data-driven solutions by leading our Data Lake team, managing diverse projects that enhance infrastructure, support analytics, and drive innovation across our fast-paced fintech environment. S...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$234K - $384K *

Build and lead the ML engineering team, driving production-scale generative AI solutions for enterprise customers. Own technical strategy, production reliability, and collaboration with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$274K - $500K+*

Empower enterprise-level data engineering strategies to drive impactful analytics and AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable, secure data ecosystems that enhance b...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$274K - $500K+*

Deliver enterprise-level data engineering architectures to empower analytics, AI, and innovation within customer environments. Drive alignment between strategic business goals and technical solutions...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$274K - $500K+*

Join a team that leads enterprise-level data engineering strategies, ensuring architectural integrity and alignment with strategic goals. You'll work closely with clients to drive innovative solutions...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$265K - $384K *

Pioneer innovative ML engineering solutions that transform enterprise-scale model services. Lead cross-functional teams in building robust, scalable systems to serve diverse customer needs across gene...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$265K - $384K *

Join us to lead and scale a dynamic engineering organization focused on generative AI, ensuring successful production and operation of advanced ML models for enterprise clients while optimizing perfor...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Reimagine data engineering by architecting scalable data pipelines and optimizing systems while collaborating with diverse teams across cutting-edge technologies. Drive continuous improvements and del...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate customer experience by providing technical leadership and insights on the Snowflake Cloud Data Platform, facilitating collaboration across teams to drive sales success and enhance enterprise d...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive data engineering initiatives to develop innovative, robust solutions for customer-centric technology, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $195K *

Unlock engineering excellence by leading cross-functional squads to ensure outstanding delivery, quality, and reliability in high-paced environments. Drive innovative tech strategies while fostering a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $210K *

Lead the charge in providing advanced data analytics solutions within a dynamic financial services environment. Collaborate across teams to create high-quality reporting and dashboards that enhance cl...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $195K *

Shape the future of digital insurance solutions by owning end-to-end engineering delivery and driving high performance across teams in a dynamic, startup-paced environment focused on customer experien...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive growth in the Public Sector. You'll implement revenue strategies, coach account executives, and foster strong customer relationships in a fast-paced tech landscape, with a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $219K *

Empower healthcare through operational excellence in data analytics. Lead a dynamic team to manage enterprise data solutions, ensuring performance and usability across analytics platforms. Drive impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$131K - $219K *

Lead the charge in managing data analytics platforms, ensuring stability, performance, and effective usage to empower teams in delivering impactful insights. Foster collaboration across various tech t...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by developing robust Python batch pipelines for ML models, integrating LLM APIs, and optimizing data processing workflows in a dynamic cloud environment. Make a significant impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $219K *

Lead the charge in data and analytics engineering services, overseeing operational support and team management to ensure optimal performance and utilization of enterprise platforms while collaborating...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Engage with customers post-sale, driving onboarding and utilization of a dynamic platform. Collaborate with engineering teams to troubleshoot technical issues, ensuring successful adoption and scaling...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Deliver exceptional support at every stage of the customer journey, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge machine learning solutions while troubleshooting and enhancing user experience in a fas...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and mentor a team in designing data strategies, managing data systems, and driving innovation in a collaborative environment focused on quality and continuous improvement. Contribute to impactful...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Drive the data engineering strategy, leading a team to enhance manufacturing and supply chain goals. Design scalable data architectures, ensuring compliance and quality, while cultivating a collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.