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.
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Shape the future of data engineering by building scalable systems that enhance analytics and AI capabilities. Join a collaborative team to drive innovative solutions that empower data science and prod...
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Champion data excellence by building and maintaining Spark pipelines on Databricks. Collaborate with product teams to ensure reliable, cost-effective analytics solutions while enhancing pipeline perfo...
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Transform the data landscape by leading modernization efforts, defining a comprehensive data strategy, and building a cloud-native platform that empowers AI adoption and self-service capabilities acro...
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Help us design and develop scalable data solutions that empower analytics across the enterprise. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and accessibility while utilizing modern...
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Grow your career with a hands-on role in data science by driving content performance analytics, mentoring junior analysts, and deploying advanced modeling techniques to predict audience behaviors and...
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Director of Engineering, Business Messaging Optimization
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Pioneer innovative marketing message delivery by leading a multi-team engineering organization. Drive technical strategy, optimize auction systems, and enhance user experience while balancing business...
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Deliver optimized data architectures and pipelines, enhancing data systems for cross-functional teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet data needs and ensure compliance while implementing process...
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Senior Director, Dedicated Infrastructure & Platforms
$279K - $349K *
Drive the strategy and execution of dedicated infrastructure engineering, leading a high-performing team to enhance enterprise SaaS offerings, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional customer exper...
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Project Director - Data Center
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Lead the charge in delivering high-value design-build projects, ensuring quality execution from design to completion. Collaborate with diverse teams and mentor staff while managing budgets and client...
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Director, Data Governance & Analytics
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Lead the charge in establishing a robust data governance framework while managing a dynamic analytics team. Drive enterprise reporting, ensure data quality, and foster collaboration across departments...
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Executive Director - Senior Technical Account Manager - Data and AI Fusion Platform
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Lead transformative customer success initiatives by driving adoption, retention, and satisfaction across diverse technical platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deliver...
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Executive Director - Senior Technical Account Manager - Data and AI Fusion Platform
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Champion customer success by leading transformative strategies, enhancing product adoption, and fostering strong relationships. Drive impactful outcomes through technical expertise and cross-functiona...
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Drive your career with a role that leads data engineering initiatives, collaborates cross-functionally, and implements innovative solutions to enhance data security and performance for scalable cloud...
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Data & Infrastructure Lead (Managing Supervisor)
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Transform data insights into actionable strategies by leading project execution, mentoring teams, and bridging technical gaps for Fortune 50 clients. Drive automation and enhance data environments to...
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$143K - $186K *
Drive impactful data solutions as a Data Engineer, enhancing analytics across teams. Collaborate to build scalable data models and pipelines, enabling data-driven decisions that shape the organization...
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Director - Data Quality & Observability Lead
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Champion data excellence by leading the enterprise data quality framework and observability practices. Drive accountability and collaboration across teams to ensure data integrity for analytics and AI...
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Pioneer a greenfield finance data platform, architecting ETL pipelines and dimensional models that empower AI-native advertising products. Collaborate across teams and lead data initiatives that trans...
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Join a dynamic team to build and maintain data pipelines, transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to enhance data quality and support analytics, AI/ML, and...
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Director, Data & Product Engineering
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Unlock your potential by leading the development of our data and product engineering systems. This hands-on role combines technical expertise with strategic vision, driving innovation for our analytic...
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Optimize multi-model database solutions and drive AI integration for enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to design, migrate, and enhance intelligent database infrastructures that support real-t...
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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.