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.
$110K - $130K *
Drive complex data initiatives from concept to production, building scalable pipelines and data models that empower analytics and AI workflows, ensuring data quality and reliability for teams and cust...
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$135K - $160K *
Transform complex data into actionable insights by owning end-to-end data initiatives. Design scalable pipelines and models that enhance product features and analytics, ensuring data quality and relia...
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Director, Recruiting Operations
$155K - $206K *
Transform recruiting operations by leading technology and systems strategy, enhancing efficiency and user experience for a large team. Drive innovation through AI and data-driven insights while foster...
6 days ago
Director, Recruiting Operations
$155K - $206K *
Transform recruiting operations by leading technology and systems strategy, enhancing efficiency and user experience for a large team of recruiters. Drive innovation through AI and data-driven insight...
6 days ago
Lead Engineer, ML Data Infrastructure & Systems
$160K - $190K *
Champion the development of a cutting-edge data platform, managing end-to-end processes for high-volume media capture and delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient data handling and support...
1 week ago
$120K - $151K *
Transform and optimize raw data into actionable insights, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance data-driven decision-making processes and support innovative solutions that propel busin...
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$160K - $190K *
Lead and innovate in data product development, driving ML and AI insights for audience monetization. Collaborate with teams to create impactful solutions, leveraging large datasets and advanced analyt...
4 weeks ago
$135K - $180K *
Drive the design and deployment of AI solutions and data products, leading the development of scalable, secure architectures and data pipelines to enhance AI capabilities across the Virtual Twin ecosy...
2 days ago
Director, Operations Engineering
$185K - $200K *
Lead the charge in optimizing operations engineering for data centers, driving technical strategy, reliability improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and operational e...
1 week ago
$250K - $280K *
Join our innovative fintech team as a senior leader, driving engineering excellence and shaping the future of our brokerage platform through strategic architecture and high-performance solutions...
2 weeks ago
Senior Director, Client Success
$180K - $225K *
Lead client experience strategy and team performance, driving financial success and long-term retention across a diverse account portfolio while collaborating with executive stakeholders to implement...
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$150K - $180K *
Engineers a scalable data platform architecture aligning with business goals. Drive high-impact decisions, mentor team members, and ensure data quality while collaborating across functions to enhance...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$180K - $200K *
Lead the charge in driving growth marketing strategies across segments, crafting integrated campaigns and events. Ensure alignment with business goals while managing a talented multidisciplinary team...
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$204K - $295K *
Transform quality engineering by leading a dynamic team of 40+ professionals, driving AI-led innovations, and ensuring product reliability across diverse systems while aligning strategies with busines...
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$143K - $241K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable data solutions, optimize performance, and enhance software architecture while adhering to coding standards and leveraging AI to...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $180K *
Build a robust data foundation to elevate Market Intelligence. Drive automation and streamline data workflows, enriching insights for research and publishing, while ensuring data integrity and accessi...
Reposted 6 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform data services by developing and modernizing ETL processes, data integration, and warehousing solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and performance in a h...
4 days ago
Senior Manager, Data Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Empower a dynamic team to lead data platform evolution, enhancing analytics and AI capabilities. Drive architectural decisions, optimize performance, and foster a culture of data quality while ensurin...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Scientific Data Engineering
$150K - $230K *
Drive innovation and enhance efficiency as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading multiple teams and fostering a culture of excellence. Elevate engineering standards while managing performance and stra...
3 weeks ago
Director, HR Business Partner (Technology)
$167K - $208K *
Unlock potential by serving as a strategic HR partner, driving talent strategies and leading acquisition integrations to enhance organizational effectiveness and employee engagement across business un...
1 week ago
Associate Director, Data Engineering Lead
$152K - $283K *
Lead the development of high-quality, compliant data engineering practices that enhance enterprise data governance and accelerate data-driven decision-making for improved patient outcomes across the o...
Reposted 2 days ago
Associate Director, Data Engineering Lead
$152K - $283K *
Elevate enterprise data strategy by engineering reliable, compliant data products. Lead data governance and innovation to enhance data-driven decision-making, ensuring high-quality data delivery acros...
2 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in data engineering by leading the development of a scalable enterprise lakehouse platform, unifying data sources, and ensuring compliance and governance standard...
Reposted yesterday
Lead Director - Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Data Engineering
$144K - $288K *
Transform your career by leading enterprise-scale AI/ML initiatives that enhance data engineering capabilities and operational excellence. Drive innovation, security, and compliance for impactful AI s...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$133K - $199K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of data engineers to drive data transformation and engineering excellence, shaping the future of analytics and AI across enterprise domains while ensuring...
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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.