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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$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative identity data and workflow engineering strategies, ensuring robust delivery of IAM services and integrations across the enterprise to enhance security, efficiency, and scalability...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $258K *

Lead the charge in transforming data platforms while enhancing data quality and governance. This role shapes enterprise architecture, drives automation, and fosters team collaboration to enable agile...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $258K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and execution of a cutting-edge data platform strategy. Drive innovation in data governance, automation, and quality across a globally distributed team to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform financial strategy as a key partner to Technology and Product leaders, driving comprehensive planning and insights that align engineering investments with long-term business objectives in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$70K - $95K *

Contribute to advanced tactical systems development for the U.S. Navy. Ideal for early-career engineers, this role involves lifecycle support, system performance analysis, and integration testing in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$280K - $340K *

Join a team that shapes cutting-edge technical solutions by leading a high-performing group of Solutions Architects. Drive sales strategy and collaborative processes to enhance customer engagement and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-scale data solutions that empower strategic decision-making and optimize global business operations through innovative analytics and robust governance framew...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Take ownership of data engineering efforts by designing, building, and optimizing scalable and reliable data pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality architectures using industr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $100K *

Join a team that's innovating data processing through scalable pipelines. Dive into cloud platforms, collaborate on analytics, and enhance data quality while adhering to best practices in data enginee...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Explore the future of business operations in a strategic leadership role. Drive AI adoption, lead operational planning, and mentor a high-performing team, all while aligning global initiatives with th...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $280K *

Champion the Clinical Data Management function, ensuring high-quality clinical data, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering strong partnerships with CROs and internal teams in a dynamic biotech...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Empower students by expanding data-driven experiential learning opportunities through collaboration with campus and community partners, while mentoring and guiding project teams in applied analytics a...

4 days ago

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

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data landscapes by building robust data integration pipelines, ensuring timely and reliable data flows to enable strategic decision-making and automation on our trading...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Advance enterprise AI capabilities by leading a high-performing team, defining strategy, and implementing state-of-the-art engineering practices to drive innovation and deliver impactful AI solutions...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $300K *

Shape the future of AI systems in a dynamic lab environment, driving innovation through hands-on development and integration across teams. Ensure quality and efficiency by establishing robust measurem...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion a transformative ML strategy that elevates enterprise capabilities, enhances business outcomes, and fosters a high-performing team dedicated to scalable AI-driven solutions across diverse env...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprise digital transformation by leading Platform Architecture teams, shaping architectural vision, and driving a strategic customer advisory strategy. Collaborate across departments to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $202K *

Drive the development of data pipelines on Azure using Databricks, ensuring efficient data ingestion and transformation. Collaborate with an agile team to enhance platforms and implement best practice...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's innovating in data engineering, leveraging Azure and Databricks to craft scalable data pipelines, enhance financial platforms, and collaborate within agile teams for impactful solut...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovative data solutions by engineering scalable and robust platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance real-time data reliability and performance across complex environments, ensuring seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform customer interactions by developing intelligent, scalable AI-driven agents. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows, build reliable systems, and integrate advanced AI capabilities into...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $390K *

Shape the future of audience targeting and measurement by leading product strategy that balances privacy, data governance, and marketing needs. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize and activate...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$157K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building AI-enhanced software solutions that drive innovation and scalability across our Enterprise Platform. Collaborate across teams, mentor others, and oversee the delivery of re...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the development and scaling of a B2B SaaS revenue management product suite. Drive strategy, manage product teams, and align with executive partners to enhance customer outcomes and market impact...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Elevate data processing by architecting advanced pipelines for multimodal datasets, enabling precise analysis of complex force dynamics and enhancing robot learning through innovative data augmentatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.