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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$142K - $178K *

Engage with enterprise clients by owning the full sales cycle, identifying growth opportunities, and leading implementations. Collaborate with teams to enhance sales processes and become an expert in...

Massachusetts, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $245K *

Elevate the future of lending by leading a team in developing machine learning models that enhance decision-making across credit risk, fraud, and marketing. Collaborate with cross-functional partners...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $218K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing scalable architectures and solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency and drive strategic decisions while mentoring junio...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$262K - $364K *

Drive innovation in cloud data warehousing by leading the strategy and design for next-gen file formats, optimizing storage architectures, and enhancing AI/ML integration to redefine analytics perform...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decision-making by leading client-focused analytics projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define requirements, manage timelines, and deliver high-quality solutions...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $246K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational processes and training within Development, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement through standardized practices and effective stakeholde...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$294K - $345K *

Shape the future of financial technology by leading a high-impact engineering team. Drive technical strategy and execution for a critical platform, ensuring reliability and innovation while collaborat...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$227K - $280K *

Shape the future of product finance by partnering with leadership to evaluate and invest in innovative product lines. Drive financial strategy, build models, and present insights that empower confiden...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $257K *

Champion the design and implementation of scalable AI infrastructure, leading a team to enhance performance and reliability for production ML models. Drive innovation and foster a collaborative cultur...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $257K *

Empower AI innovation by leading the design and implementation of scalable ML systems. Drive performance and reliability while mentoring a collaborative team, ensuring Workday's AI capabilities thrive...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $257K *

Unlock the potential of AI by leading the design and implementation of scalable systems for machine learning models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and reliability, dri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of data architecture by leading innovative solutions that empower clients to modernize their data platforms, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned with business goals while...

Atlanta, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join our team as a Data Architect, where you'll lead the design and implementation of modern data architectures, ensuring they meet client needs while driving analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $251K *

Transform workforce intelligence by leading People Analytics, establishing data governance, and driving strategic decision-making in a high-growth environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$220K - $260K *

Launch your career by owning full data architecture and devops for a dynamic AI engineering team. Lead initiatives from design to deployment while mentoring engineers in an agile environment focused o...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock innovation by leading enterprise IAM architecture and automation strategies. Enhance security, streamline identity services, and integrate AI-driven solutions to optimize operational efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the architecture and automation of enterprise IAM platforms to enhance security and efficiency. Lead AI capabilities and identity orchestration, driving innovation in identity governance acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Champion the development of automated security systems using AI/ML, driving strategic initiatives in identity and access management while collaborating across teams to enhance security and operational...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of innovative security systems using AI/ML, managing risk across identity and access management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security while maintaining ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by leading innovative security strategies across diverse environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance identity and access management, driving automation and s...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive enterprise data strategy, ensuring governance, architecture, and analytics capabilities drive measurable business outcomes and AI readiness ac...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join us to enhance and deliver secure, scalable software solutions while leading an agile team. Utilize AI-assisted engineering practices to improve code quality and operational outcomes across divers...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$193K - $265K *

Join a team that's transforming mechanical engineering for cryogenic systems. Lead the design and delivery of precision assemblies, scale the engineering organization, and drive innovative product dev...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Optimize technology platforms by leading cloud migration and modernization efforts for mission-critical services. Drive engineering excellence and strategic partnerships to enhance operational perform...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Drive your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing global engineering teams, focusing on cloud migration, platform modernization, and operational excellence in a mission-critical environmen...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.

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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.