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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$150K - $180K *

Champion data-driven insights and solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape analytics practice and drive impactful decision-making across various business domains...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $210K *

Transform workforce data into actionable insights by leading People programs, systems, and analytics. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of continuous im...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to innovate and build a high-performance cloud-native compute platform, driving strategic direction and enhancing productivity for AI, ML, and data engineeri...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $170K *

Lead marketing analytics to maximize revenue efficiencies and drive data-informed decision-making. Collaborate closely with leadership and marketing teams on attribution, incrementality tests, and bud...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $180K *

Shape the future of our threat detection products! Lead a small, dynamic team, take ownership of complex architectures, and collaborate with product management to deliver critical customer-facing solu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $233K *

Join a team that's transforming clinical data management by leading data strategy and ensuring the integrity of trial data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external vendors to support the...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering. In this early-career role, you'll build SQL ingestion processes, create dbt models, and learn the architecture of a modern Snowflake data sta...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $205K *

Champion the global operating model for Lifecycle Marketing, leading technology and operations to deliver personalized, data-driven customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to enhance engagement...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead global Lifecycle Technology & Operations, driving personalized customer experiences through data-driven strategies and robust platform management. Collaborate across teams to enhance engagement a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$188K - $282K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and deployment of AI-driven agent systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows, ensuring robust, production-grade solutions that deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$308K - $417K *

Join a team that's redefining data infrastructure by leading engineering efforts to enhance accessibility, reliability, and scalability. Drive transformation and build a world-class team to support AI...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $300K *

Optimize data systems by enhancing market data feed handlers and collaborating with teams to support global expansion. Drive impactful solutions in a lean, autonomous environment, ensuring data integr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform data ingestion processes by designing and maintaining real-time pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance while delivering reliable, low-latenc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Innovate data ingestion pipelines to ensure reliable, real-time data flow across security domains. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and compliance, supporting mission-cr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Transform the governance landscape for data and AI, ensuring compliance and risk management across the enterprise. Lead initiatives that foster innovation while maintaining robust controls and oversig...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to quality excellence in data center construction by managing the 3rd Party Quality Agent program, enhancing collaboration, driving accountability, and ensuring on-time delivery through eff...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading quality assurance for our critical data center projects. Oversee 3rd Party Quality Agents and drive continuous improvement to ensure on-time delivery and excellence ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing quality programs across data center engineering, enhancing collaboration between diverse teams and optimizing processes for successful project delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the management of quality programs in data center construction, ensuring standards and accountability among stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement and effective coordination to achie...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the oversight and continuous improvement of the 3rd Party Quality Agent program, ensuring quality outcomes and efficient coordination among diverse teams for on-time delivery of global d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Explore the forefront of quality management in data centers, leading initiatives that enforce standards, enhance performance, and ensure timely delivery across projects. Collaborate with cross-functio...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the management and continuous improvement of the 3rd Party Quality Agent program, ensuring high-quality outcomes and effective collaboration among diverse stakeholders in data center construction...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower data-driven decisions by designing and maintaining real-time data ingestion pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and compliance across security domains, en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive quality outcomes by managing 3rd Party Quality Agent programs, ensuring effective coordination and oversight across diverse teams. Leverage partnerships and metrics for continuous improvement in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $290K *

Develop a centralized Data Platform Enablement team to enhance reliability, cost efficiency, and compliance across multiple cloud environments, leading innovative engineering practices and fostering c...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information 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.