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.
Director, Enterprise Applications & Data
$165K - $185K *
Elevate enterprise applications and data management by leading a team to ensure reliable, secure, and compliant systems. Drive integration and support for core business processes while collaborating w...
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Engineering Manager, Cloud Engineering
$163K - $224K *
Help us lead and develop a senior Cloud Engineering team focused on operational excellence, infrastructure stability, and impactful migration programs that drive growth and efficiency within our cloud...
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Senior Engineering Manager, Agent Platform & Growth
$150K - $180K *
Inspire and lead two teams to enhance onboarding experiences for users and AI agents, driving adoption and activation on the platform while fostering growth and development within your teams and acros...
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Senior Engineering Manager, Agent Platform & Growth
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining the onboarding experience for human and AI agents by leading innovative UX and engineering teams. Drive growth through strategic roadmap ownership, hands-on leadership, a...
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Data Platform Engineering Lead
$170K - $215K *
Transform enterprise technology by leading platform engineering initiatives. Own architecture and automation to enhance data, analytics, and AI capabilities while ensuring reliable, secure, and cost-e...
4 weeks ago
$110K - $145K *
Shape the future of data engineering by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows, ensuring quality and reliability for critic...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Contribute to the design and operation of data integration processes, ensuring efficient data flow and integrity for analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance system performance, support mo...
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Associate Director, Technical Project Management
$87K - $93K *
Join a dynamic Systems Team to manage cross-functional technical projects, ensuring effective delivery and stakeholder satisfaction while driving process improvements and collaboration across teams to...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $208K *
Analyze and design scalable data infrastructures for intelligence systems. Collaborate with government stakeholders and cross-functional teams to develop robust data solutions, ensuring security and c...
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Technical Program Manager, Technical Solutions
$116K - $145K *
Lead cross-functional technical programs to enhance customer-facing teams' effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive initiatives from planning to delivery, ensuring clarity and structure i...
6 days ago
Technical Program Manager, Technical Solutions
$116K - $145K *
Unlock potential by leading cross-functional technical programs that enhance customer-facing teams' effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive initiatives from planning to delivery, ensurin...
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Technical Program Manager, Technical Solutions
$116K - $145K *
Innovate by leading cross-functional technical programs that enhance customer-facing teams' effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive clarity and execution from planning to delivery, ensur...
6 days ago
Director Product Management - Customer Data Platform
$149K - $268K *
Shape the future of Target's Customer Data Platform by leading a talented product team focused on delivering real-time, AI-driven guest experiences, driving innovation and transforming enterprise mark...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Software Engineer, IR Data Products
$192K - $213K *
Transform data processing by building robust, low-latency pipelines for infrared missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality geospatial data products, ensuring reliabil...
2 weeks ago
Principal Engineering Lead - Content & Data Pipeline
$140K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team to lead the Content & Data Pipeline, overseeing architecture, team management, and stakeholder alignment while enhancing content delivery and quality across scholarly publications...
1 week ago
$90K - $132K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic data engineering team. Drive delivery, foster growth, and manage relationships with key stakeholders for successful data governance and access across the organ...
1 month ago
$90K - $132K *
Lead and mentor a diverse engineering team to deliver impactful data solutions, ensuring effective collaboration across stakeholders while fostering a culture of growth, innovation, and quality in dat...
1 month ago
$90K - $132K *
Transform data governance and engineering practices as you lead a dynamic team. Drive delivery, nurture talent, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance data access and reliability fo...
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Senior Program Manager, Enterprise Data Governance
$188K - $274K *
Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data governance by optimizing workflows, establishing data standards, and enhancing supply chain operations through strategic initiatives and collaboration a...
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$180K - $200K *
Shape the future of DevSecOps by leading technical strategy and delivery excellence across Federal and DoD markets. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions, drive business development, and mentor...
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Director Product Management - Customer Data Platform
$149K - $268K *
Lead and shape the product strategy for our Customer Data Platform, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance guest experiences through data-driven personalization and advanced tech...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$250K - $300K *
Champion engineering excellence by leading a lean team to scale infrastructure, drive product vision, and deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced fintech environment. Embrace ownership and techni...
3 days ago
$250K - $300K *
Elevate engineering excellence by setting technical direction, managing sprints, and translating business vision into product outcomes. Lead a lean team to innovate and scale infrastructure while main...
3 days ago
$150K - $180K *
Unlock the potential of your career by leading our DevOps strategy, managing cloud infrastructure, and driving automation. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance and security while fostering a...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform software delivery by leading a skilled team in the execution of DevOps strategies, driving automation, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for performance, security, and resilience across or...
4 weeks ago
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.