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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$205K - $220K *

Transform your career by driving strategic operational excellence and initiatives across North America. In this senior role, leverage your expertise to influence critical decisions impacting reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Engage in shaping enterprise operational excellence strategies across North America. Leverage expertise to drive critical initiatives, evaluate priorities, and optimize decision frameworks for operati...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Partner with us to drive Enterprise Operational Excellence across North America. As a Senior Director, you will shape strategic choices in operations and engineering, ensuring reliability and scalabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Elevate organizational excellence by connecting operations, engineering, and strategic initiatives to enhance North America’s mission-critical capabilities. Influence decision-making through expert in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence by shaping strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and readiness within the North American portfolio, influencing enterprise decisions while navigating complex cro...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Drive strategic operational excellence initiatives across North America by integrating engineering, financial planning, and partner strategies to enhance reliability, scalability, and performance with...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise operational excellence by driving strategic initiatives across North America. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance data center reliability and perform...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $220K *

Drive Enterprise Operational Excellence by shaping strategic operations across North America. Connect engineering, financial, and partner strategies to enhance reliability, readiness, and long-term po...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Manage strategic technology initiatives, driving complex programs from planning to implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure consistent delivery across teams, while leading a team of Pro...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $130K *

Lead a team to architect and implement scalable data solutions, ensuring high performance and compliance while driving innovation and collaboration across departments for data-driven decision making...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$235K - $294K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing design team, driving product design strategy and delivering user-centric solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and foster a culture...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Transform enterprise data capabilities by leading the design and implementation of scalable data platforms and AI solutions, ensuring high-quality data accessibility and governance to drive advanced a...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading enterprise-wide analytics and decision support. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance financial planning, operational effectiveness, and strategic insight...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Execute data integration strategies by optimizing data pipelines and architecture to enhance functionality across teams. Collaborate with developers and analysts to transform raw data into actionable...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming investment decisions through AI and data engineering. Collaborate with experts to design innovative data solutions, enhance operational excellence, and drive impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$123K - $254K *

Lead the modernization of data platforms, driving cross-team collaboration and execution across complex technical programs involving ingestion, storage, and workflows, ensuring efficient data infrastr...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $254K *

Lead a portfolio of data platform modernization programs, ensuring efficient cross-team execution while collaborating with technical and business stakeholders to streamline processes and enhance decis...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $140K *

Lead the orchestration of data governance and operational excellence across media channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and efficiency, while mentoring staff and dr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data processing for AI with Ray Data. Lead product direction and balance community growth with commercial innovation, ensuring our solutions enhance user experiences whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Drive the product roadmap for a leading data processing library, balancing open source growth with commercial strategy. Engage with engineers, customers, and the community to enhance user experiences...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Champion corporate security by leading identity governance, endpoint management, and risk assessment. Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to establish security standards, drive automation, and e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate corporate security by leading identity governance, endpoint management, and risk assessment. Collaborate cross-functionally to set standards, drive automation, and enhance security posture whi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$205K - $278K *

Lead the charge in optimizing digital HR platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and governance. Drive data integrity, integrations, and AI-driven insights while fostering collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $186K *

Deliver insights as a Senior Product Data Scientist, driving strategic execution through deep analytical rigor. Collaborate across teams, translating data into actionable narratives to fuel growth in...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $263K *

Shape strategic decision-making by translating complex data into actionable insights for P&T Operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the Workday Data Cloud’s performance, driving impactfu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.

  • 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.