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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$190K - $230K *

Accelerate progress at the nexus of data and security by ensuring the reliability of security data sources. Collaborate across functions to enhance detection capabilities and support robust investigat...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Seeking a hands-on Staff Security Engineer to enhance data reliability in Cyber Defense, provide measurable trust in telemetry sources, and uncover threats through advanced detection engineering metho...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Unlock the potential of security data by developing reliable systems that enhance threat detection, ensuring high-quality telemetry is accessible for effective incident response and analysis, and fost...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance customer integration and drive AI workflow adoption. Lead engineering functions, convert technical success into growth, and shape product development based on user feedb...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions as a hands-on leader, driving architecture and delivery for enterprise-scale Databricks projects while mentoring engineers and shaping practice growth across APAC...

Reposted yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to optimize data integration and performance on Snowflake and AWS, driving innovative AI projects while ensuring reliability and efficiency in data pipelines and warehouses...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $200K *

Explore a hands-on Data Engineer role focused on ETL, data architecture, and cloud engineering. Join a lean team to design and implement data pipelines, ensuring operational excellence and high reliab...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Optimize data operations by leading a technical team focused on ensuring reliable data pipelines, serving as a primary interface for stakeholders, and translating complex requirements into effective e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $287K *

Lead the charge in shaping technology product strategy for a Specialty Business Unit, managing end-to-end delivery and building a high-performing team while aligning product goals with overall enterpr...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $229K *

Lead the transformation of infrastructure engineering into a modern, secure, cloud-enabled function, overseeing networking, virtualization, storage, and data center operations while fostering innovati...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and design enterprise integration solutions, focusing on real-time data flow and event-driven platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$227K - $284K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team to enhance dbt's next-gen engine. Drive technical design, product partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring product stabili...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $301K *

Lead and develop a dynamic engineering team focused on enhancing dbt's next-gen engine. Collaborate across functions to drive technical decisions, maintain product stability, and innovate within a com...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $190K *

Engineer robust data solutions by designing, optimizing, and managing data pipelines in a Big Data environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance data lifecycle processes and support AI/ML workflows...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $228K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing a scalable Data Lakehouse architecture, establishing robust frameworks and compliance for secure data management in a cloud-native environment, empowering t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic finance team to lead enterprise-wide financial planning, forecasting, and analysis. Collaborate with leaders to provide insights, optimize costs, and drive strategic decisions that enha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that leads enterprise-wide financial planning and analysis. Collaborate with senior leaders to improve business performance and drive strategic financial outcomes, while managing a dedicat...

Johnson City, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $260K *

Lead the strategy and execution of enterprise data management, driving global initiatives across multiple domains. Collaborate with diverse teams to establish scalable processes, enhance data quality...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $155K *

Transform your career by leading the development of scalable data solutions on Google Cloud Platform. Leverage your Terraform expertise to create robust data pipelines while mentoring team members and...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$200K - $230K *

Lead transformative AI consultancy efforts, shaping strategies and delivering measurable impact. Partner with C-level executives to mentor multidisciplinary teams and drive client success in a rapidly...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $170K *

Architect scalable data and AI solutions as a Principal Data Engineer, leading technical strategy and engineering excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure ali...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $170K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.