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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building scalable data pipelines and models to analyze infrastructure costs and utilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create insights that drive strategic decisio...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $175K *

Champion the design and architecture of a cutting-edge data lakehouse, transforming vast radio data streams into valuable assets for AI/ML workloads. Lead the development of scalable data management s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$242K - $275K *

Lead and elevate the Database Platform team, driving data architecture, reliability, and team culture for scalable data solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and operation...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the design and evolution of scalable data architecture, providing technical leadership across teams to deliver reliable, secure, and cost-effective data solutions while shaping emerging capabilit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Elevate machine learning capabilities by building and deploying robust MLOps pipelines, optimizing real-time and batch inference systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance infra...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with Data Scientists to build and deploy cutting-edge ML models. Drive innovation in real-time and batch systems while optimizing performance in a dynamic, cloud-b...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to develop scalable data solutions that empower research and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance the Unified Data Platform, ensuring data qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Transform data landscapes by building and maintaining robust data pipelines for federal clients. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure data integrity and deliver actionable insights ac...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $245K *

Shape the future of embedded engineering by leading a dynamic team to innovate and sustain cutting-edge electronics and firmware for connected machines, ensuring reliability and performance across pro...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$136K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading product discovery and delivery for a data curation team, ensuring high-quality datasets and scalable querying solutions that empower investment firms to trust and utilize t...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading product discovery and delivery for a robust reporting infrastructure. Collaborate with engineering and domain teams to ensure data quality and governance, driving impactful...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$136K - $170K *

Transform data governance and reporting by leading product discovery and delivery for a robust reporting engine, ensuring high-quality datasets and seamless collaboration across teams to enhance inves...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software delivery by owning the infrastructure that enables engineers to build, test, and release with confidence. Drive technical direction and enhance produc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in optimizing software delivery systems, enhancing developer productivity, and ensuring secure, reliable releases across multiple cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to shape in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$93K - $141K *

Innovate data solutions by building and maintaining robust pipelines that enhance healthcare data products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and reliability in data delivery...

Framingham, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead live productions and ensure flawless execution across broadcasts, events, and recordings. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical operations, mentoring staff while exceeding client expectatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$178K - $215K *

Elevate clinical data management by providing strategic leadership and operational oversight. Drive data integrity, compliance, and quality assurance throughout the research lifecycle while collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$178K - $215K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in clinical data management, overseeing data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and operational effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $175K *

Shape the strategic vision for data products, leading a high-performing team to drive data-informed decisions and enhance product strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to establish data governance...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$192K - $274K *

Empower high-impact engineering teams to deliver scalable solutions, ensuring operational excellence and collaborative innovation. Drive growth by mentoring talent and translating complex challenges i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$192K - $261K *

Lead engineering teams to deliver automation solutions for brokers, enhancing efficiency and control in freight management while fostering team development and maintaining architectural standards. Dri...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$208K - $293K *

Lead the Carrier Network Integrity team to forge a trusted freight environment, balancing fraud prevention with a seamless user experience while shaping strategy and managing team dynamics for impactf...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Engineer innovative power delivery solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance infrastructure reliability, performance, and compliance, while leading technical design and development in cutting-e...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career by shaping innovative data solutions that drive business impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our data ecosystem and ensure effective analytics within a moderniz...

Markham, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by enhancing data migration processes through automation and collaboration. Utilize advanced tools to streamline client onboarding, ensuring accuracy and efficiency while adapting to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.

  • Where can I find Director of Data Engineering jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.