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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$200K - $245K *

Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $245K *

Drive the development of the Autonomy Data Flywheel, enhancing data infrastructure for AI model training and validation. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in data utilization f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $215K *

Unlock the potential of data in autonomous systems by driving the Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI model development and ensure robust data infrastructure for...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $181K *

Unlock the potential of audience data by managing DMP operations and collaborating with media teams to enhance marketing strategies. Drive insights and optimize client investments through effective da...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $162K *

Shape the future of enterprise applications by leading design and development efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring engineers to deliver scalable solutions that enhance business oper...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $186K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise-scale applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that enhance business operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$148K - $178K *

Innovate enterprise-scale applications as a Staff Engineer II, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and support scalable technology solutions that enhance business operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $150K *

Champion data excellence by leading a dynamic engineering team to design, implement, and optimize data infrastructures, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while fostering innovation and collabora...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming global transaction banking through innovation, analytics, and data engineering. Lead high-performing teams, drive strategy, and deliver next-generation data solutions w...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines that empower analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and support op...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming data management, building a robust analytics infrastructure, and leading a talented engineering team to deliver impactful insights across the organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$186K - $269K *

Champion a high-performing team to design and build scalable data infrastructure, driving data strategy and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data needs into actionable in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$251K - $351K *

Join a team that's redefining player engagement through innovative data strategies. Lead the development of data products and capabilities that enhance player personalization and lifecycle management...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable cloud-native data architectures. Transform legacy systems into modern data solutions by focusing on real-time data processes and mentoring engineering te...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$146K - $194K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable data platforms to transform large datasets into actionable business insights, collaborating across teams to ensure data quality and reliability in a dynamic, d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing scalable data architectures. Lead a team of engineers, ensuring high performance and collaboration across functions to deliver best-in-c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Innovate scalable data infrastructure for machine learning workflows, enhancing collaboration with research and product teams. Focus on developing high-throughput data pipelines while ensuring reliabi...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $200K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and optimizing scalable data products on Google Cloud Platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics and AI capabilities, driv...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data architecture by establishing standards and a unified data catalog. Collaborate across teams to define metrics and ensure data governance, driving alignment and clarity in a ha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $290K *

Lead the charge in transforming GTM operations through innovative AI and systems architecture. Collaborate with key business units while guiding a talented team to enhance workflow automation and data...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines and infrastructure, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven decision-making and enhance business outcomes through innovative technical...

Today

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

$160K - $180K *

Transform data infrastructure by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines and systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics capabilities and drive data-driven decisions while mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize enterprise data initiatives by supporting Fabric AI projects, enhancing data pipelines, and driving analytics operations across multiple business functions. Collaborate with teams to ensure d...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Optimize data integration by building robust backend frameworks and services that enable seamless access, movement, and processing of data across enterprise systems, ensuring high reliability and perf...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Build robust data platform capabilities to enhance enterprise data usability across applications, analytics, and AI. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and performance in data processing and...

San Jose, CARemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

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