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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$159K - $266K *

Elevate your career by leading the modernization of data platforms, driving innovation and strategic initiatives that enhance the investor experience for millions. Collaborate with cross-functional te...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $243K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative AI and data science projects. Collaborate with experts to design and deploy machine learning solutions, mentor teams, and drive the vision of an AI-enabled audit...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$230K - $343K *

Join a team that's redefining HPC systems engineering by leading strategy, execution, and organisational effectiveness. You’ll shape the direction of platform capabilities and drive team performance t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $343K *

Join a team that's transforming HPC systems engineering by driving strategy, execution, and organizational effectiveness. Lead technical and operational teams to create scalable HPC platform capabilit...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $343K *

Lead the charge in HPC Systems Engineering, driving strategy and operational excellence across teams to deliver robust, scalable platforms. Shape high-performing organizations while balancing executio...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building robust and innovative data capabilities. You will design and maintain pipelines, improve data integrity, and collaborate across teams to enhance insights and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$249K - $348K *

Advance your career by leading strategic Technical Program Management initiatives, driving operational excellence, and collaborating with top technology and product leaders to shape impactful engineer...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$189K - $260K *

Drive innovation by leading engineering teams to develop scalable, cloud-native solutions that enhance quality engineering and AI capabilities, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $110K *

Design and implement robust database architectures to enhance business processes. Oversee data ingestion, security, and performance optimization within the Enterprise Data Warehouse, ensuring complian...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$250K - $320K *

Transform the landscape of customer experiences as you lead technical delivery for enterprise clients. Own execution and strategy in a fast-paced environment, ensuring best-in-class AI agent deploymen...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of aerospace systems by guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams. Drive technical strategy, oversee product development lifecycles, and foster a culture of exc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$223K - $307K *

Lead financial strategy for AI products, optimizing GPU supply and demand while driving revenue analytics and operational excellence. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to establish KPIs a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$223K - $307K *

Shape the future of AI finance by partnering with engineering and product leaders to optimize GPU supply, drive pricing strategies, and establish robust financial operations that support rapid growth...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$223K - $307K *

Champion financial strategy by partnering with AI leaders to optimize GPU supply, pricing, and product economics, ensuring robust execution and scalable systems that drive growth and profitability in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by building robust data models and pipelines that transform raw data into actionable insights, ensuring high-quality analytics for decision-making across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $117K *

Unlock potential by transforming raw data into impactful insights. Build robust data models and pipelines to enhance decision-making processes across departments. Collaborate effectively to ensure dat...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your AI expertise to drive client success through tailored solutions. Engage with clients to understand their challenges and deliver high-performance AI, ML, and HPC sol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's building scalable data infrastructure to support hardware and consumer devices. You'll tackle complex data challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and shape the future of data e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $220K *

Innovate with us as you lead a dynamic team of integration engineers, driving the design and support of Workday data integrations across financial and HR platforms. Foster a collaborative environment...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating data flows, translating business needs into technical solutions, and collaborating with teams to enhance data-driven decision-making in a dynamic environme...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $240K *

Shape the future of autonomy data by building transformative pipelines that create high-quality, reusable datasets for model training and development. Collaborate across teams to enhance data discover...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to enhance our cloud data environment by implementing AWS solutions, managing Snowflake databases, and optimizing data integration processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive d...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in integrating complex hospital data systems into Astra OS. Own end-to-end data pipelines, collaborate with customers, and design scalable solutions that enhance healthcare operations...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Innovate robust data processing systems to support and optimize scalable datasets for cutting-edge machine learning models. Collaborate closely with research teams to enhance data quality and influenc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Join as a leader to drive innovation in data infrastructure, guiding a team in scaling data warehousing and streaming systems. Collaborate across all departments to optimize data flow and empower deci...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.