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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$90K - $100K *

Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to build scalable software solutions, enhancing applications from backend APIs to modern frontend interfaces. Drive projects in a DevSecOps environment, con...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our data infrastructure, driving scalable solutions, collaborating with diverse engineering teams, and fostering a supportive environment to strengthen our company's engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform data infrastructure by building scalable tools and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, define technical roadmaps, and mentor engineers to enhance efficiency and drive innovatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $200K *

Transform projects in the pharma/life sciences sector as a leader driving success, fostering team development, and building lasting client relationships while managing cost effectively and delivering...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming project delivery within the pharma/life sciences sector. Collaborate with diverse teams, enhance client partnerships, and leverage your expertise to drive strategic ini...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping data governance strategies, driving architecture design, and unifying engineering and business efforts to enhance data quality, lineage, and compliance within a large-scale...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that transforms data into strategic insights, guiding marketing decisions and driving growth. You'll define and implement analytics roadmaps while collaborating across teams to enhance cus...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to enhance IT strategies for clinical and operational systems, ensuring reliability and integration. Lead application design, support ongoing improvements, and coordinate with various...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $200K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering client relationships in the pharma/life sciences sector. Lead strategic projects while leveraging your expertise in cost management and mentorship to drive te...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $200K *

Join an innovative team where your leadership will drive success in client relations and project excellence. You'll oversee strategic initiatives, mentor diverse teams, and shape solutions that enhanc...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$168K - $200K *

Pioneer your career by leading diverse teams, managing key projects, and fostering client relationships in a collaborative environment focused on growth and excellence in the pharmaceuticals and life...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$209K - $314K *

Accelerate innovation in AI by leading a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge agents integrated within a cloud platform. You'll drive excellence to enhance HR and Finance solutions, making a significa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $314K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team to develop cutting-edge AI agents that enhance HR and Finance solutions. Collaborate across functions, drive innovation, and ensure quality delivery at sc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a unified global benefits strategy. Drive improvements in competitiveness and employee experience while managing compliance, vendors, and complex systems ac...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career forward as you lead corporate technology operations, championing IT strategy, automation, and AI integration to enhance productivity and efficiency across all functions within the or...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to redefine corporate IT through AI and automation. Lead IT operations, employee tech, and business applications, while ensuring seamless, secure processes that enhance productivit...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping applied AI quality and data strategy for advanced AI and computer vision systems. Drive evaluation frameworks and metrics to enhance product effectiveness and data usefulnes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $209K *

Drive cloud architecture and mentor engineers while shaping platform reliability and compliance for a dynamic financial services environment. Elevate developer experience and foster best practices in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $209K *

Transform your career as you lead cloud architecture and scale infrastructure. Mentor engineers while driving technical strategy and ensuring compliance in a dynamic, regulated financial environment...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$189K - $256K *

Unlock your potential as you drive innovative measurement systems that enhance customer experiences on a leading streaming platform. Collaborate across teams to influence millions of users globally wi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and evolving data-intensive production systems, optimizing real-time analytics, and leading technical initiatives for a next-gen market management pla...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$186K - $299K *

Advance fintech innovation by leading software development teams, ensuring secure, scalable applications. Drive agile practices, enhance integration with AI/ML, and foster a high-performance culture t...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $299K *

Lead and inspire multiple engineering teams while driving innovation and technical excellence. Oversee architecture decisions, collaborate on technology roadmaps, and establish quality processes for s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $153K *

Join a team that's advancing data-driven decision-making by optimizing large data systems. This role focuses on building scalable data architectures and fostering collaboration across departments to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

Innovate analytics for autonomous vehicle performance. Own metric definition, data analysis, and release management at scale, driving insights from large datasets to ensure software quality and enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.