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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$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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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

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

$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...

3 weeks ago

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

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

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

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$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

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.