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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$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative data pipelines and scalable solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform raw data into insights, optimizing cloud environments and ensuring data qual...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading our DevOps engineering efforts, architecting and optimizing AWS infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines while mentoring a dedicated team. Drive operational excellence through...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $262K *

Drive impactful data solutions by leading design and architecture for large-scale ETL/ELT systems, optimizing performance, and enhancing cross-team delivery in a high-stakes, cloud-native environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Optimize DevOps practices by leading a high-performing team in cloud engineering, fostering collaboration across stakeholders, and driving operational excellence to ensure secure, scalable, and effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Shape the future of our engineering organization by driving technical transformation and leading high-performing teams. Take charge of strategy, innovation, and modernization initiatives that enhance...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $220K *

Lead reliability initiatives for product portfolios, managing SLIs/SLOs, incident responses, and CI/CD processes. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational excellence while owning service lifecy...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategy and execution of scalable data warehouse and AI solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive impactful data initiatives and enhance opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in enhancing data intelligence capabilities through hands-on analytics engineering. Drive the strategy, governance, and culture of self-service analytics while developing a high-perfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock the power of data as you lead our analytics initiatives. Drive the vision for a robust data platform, fostering a self-serve analytics culture and ensuring data quality and governance across th...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $180K *

Take ownership of a portfolio generating $10M-$15M in revenue, driving client relationships, spearheading project delivery, and nurturing cross-functional teams to achieve strategic growth and excelle...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive strategic partnerships and delivery excellence for a complex client portfolio, fostering growth and operational success. Lead multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring high-quality project outcomes whi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing client portfolios, driving strategic partnerships, and ensuring project delivery excellence. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance profitability...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $148K *

Champion data-driven initiatives by independently managing complex projects, fostering collaboration, and driving organizational change, ensuring compliance and maximizing UHN's data assets for health...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Unlock growth by leading a multi-disciplinary team, overseeing project delivery excellence, building strong client partnerships, and driving portfolio success through strategic account management and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $186K *

Grow your career with us as a Database Engineer specializing in SQL Server and Azure. Leverage AI-driven processes to design and optimize data solutions, ensuring scalability and performance in a fast...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic IT application development team, establishing best practices, and ensuring high-quality software solutions across diverse healthcare environments in a multi-cl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $186K *

Advance your career by leveraging your SQL Server and Azure expertise in a fast-paced environment. Design, implement, and optimize databases to build scalable applications while collaborating with AI...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $250K *

Empower innovation by leading strategic technology initiatives across software engineering teams. Collaborate with business leaders and stakeholders to architect high-level solutions and drive applica...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$259K - $351K *

Manage post-silicon execution and bring-up readiness for complex Arm-based SoC initiatives. Drive cross-functional convergence on validation, performance, and quality to meet program objectives in a h...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of large-scale data by engineering robust ingestion pipelines. As a Senior Software Engineer, design high-performance solutions using Go, Kubernetes, and GCP, while collaborating...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $303K *

Drive technology leadership and innovation for major software systems. Lead a diverse team in developing robust solutions, managing project plans, and ensuring timely delivery while fostering a cultur...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $141K *

Drive innovation by designing and optimizing data systems for seamless ingestion, storage, and analysis. Collaborate with teams to deliver advanced data solutions and mentor junior engineers while man...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $148K *

Champion data engineering excellence by building reliable pipelines and enhancing analytics capabilities. Collaborate closely with teams to implement scalable data solutions that drive insights and AI...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and enhance design excellence across multiple data center projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, managing deliverables, and fostering innovative solutions within budget and tim...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Drive data innovation by designing and maintaining cloud-native data pipelines, ensuring accessibility and reliability for enterprise analytics needs while adhering to federal compliance standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.