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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's building and maintaining reliable data pipelines and analytics-ready products to empower marketing insights, customer analytics, and data-driven decision-making across the organizat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines, using Delta Lake and Databricks. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver secure, performant datasets while implementing best practices in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $160K *

Join us to build and optimize data pipelines using Databricks, employing CDC and SCD architectures to deliver high-performance data solutions for logistics analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $250K *

Transform engineering operations by leading scalable practices that bridge multidisciplinary teams and optimize complex quantum technologies from concept to manufacturing, while ensuring compliance, q...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing enterprise data architecture, focusing on integration across various systems such as Dynamics 365 and Azure platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance data...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions for cutting-edge AI acceleration. Drive strategic customer engagements, optimize performance, and co-develop industry-leading applications within a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Manage enterprise-wide AI adoption, transforming change management with LLM-powered solutions. Drive customer engagement, oversee program delivery, and build strategic relationships to enhance satisfa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $200K *

Champion organizational effectiveness by driving change management initiatives, enhancing employee engagement, and refining onboarding processes to support a high-performing culture within the Data Ce...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $200K *

Transform organizational effectiveness by leading change management programs and enhancing employee engagement, ensuring a successful, connected, and high-performing Data Center organization...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$154K - $200K *

Transform organizational effectiveness as you lead impactful change, engagement, and onboarding initiatives across a dynamic data center environment, enabling employees to thrive and delivering measur...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $200K *

Drive organizational effectiveness by leading key initiatives that enhance change management, employee engagement, and onboarding experience. Collaborate across teams to foster a productive, insightfu...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of data engineering by enhancing scalable solutions, optimizing pipelines, and mentoring a team. Collaborate across functions to deliver robust analytics platforms that drive business...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $134K *

Champion data excellence by leading enterprise architecture, governance, and standards. Drive modernization efforts, cultivate team skills, and ensure a reliable data environment to support strategic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock enterprise-grade data platforms as a Principal Data Engineer, defining architectural standards and delivering scalable solutions to support analytics, AI, and machine learning across diverse bu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Drive the development of data pipelines on Azure using Databricks, ensuring efficient data ingestion and transformation. Collaborate with an agile team to enhance platforms and implement best practice...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Join a team that's innovating in data engineering, leveraging Azure and Databricks to craft scalable data pipelines, enhance financial platforms, and collaborate within agile teams for impactful solut...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $210K *

Transform data engineering practices by leading the governed data layer crucial for AI integration. Own dbt models and ingestion pipelines, ensuring high data quality and architecture decisions that e...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform product vision and engineering for a dynamic platform that connects teams and AI, driving impactful user experiences. Shape strategy, lead development, and collaborate across disciplines to...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $203K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading the development of a robust platform. Oversee design, delivery, and quality control while mentoring a talented team to meet organizational needs and enh...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $230K *

Transform your career by designing and delivering cloud-native analytics services that enhance customer value. Collaborate closely in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment to drive product innova...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $255K *

Join our team to lead Risk and Controls, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across our global processes. Drive governance, manage SOX compliance, and collaborate with finance and IT for a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage data engineering for impactful insights. Drive data quality and automation initiatives while designing robust ETL pipelines and collaborating with various business unit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $183K *

Engineer cutting-edge data pipelines and infrastructure to enable insightful analytics and machine learning applications, collaborating with data teams to ensure scalable, reliable data systems and pr...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $255K *

Champion data innovation by designing and optimizing advanced data management solutions for OSINT operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytical capabilities using cutting-e...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$77K - $84K *

Champion platform engineering initiatives that strengthen our data services. Collaborate with teams to build, deploy, and maintain backend services for high-performance applications, ensuring stabilit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.