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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.
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Director, Data Engineering Jobs
Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$70K - $205K *
Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, optimizing data pipelines, and ensuring data governance while leveraging cloud and big data technologies to drive business insights...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$70K - $205K *
Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data governance and management...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$59K - $177K *
Champion data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for optimal performance and complianc...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$63K - $177K *
Take ownership of data engineering initiatives, designing scalable pipelines and governance processes. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and complian...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$70K - $205K *
Join a team that's transforming data solutions through innovative engineering and governance. Leverage cloud technologies to build scalable data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while drivin...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$70K - $205K *
Elevate your career by building innovative data solutions that transform and optimize data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data governance and quality while leveraging clo...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$66K - $205K *
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
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$70K - $205K *
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$63K - $177K *
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
$63K - $177K *
Drive innovative data solutions by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring quality and compliance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices in data governance and management...
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Data Engineering, Management, & Governance Specialist - Finance
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What does a Director of Data Engineering do?
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?
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?
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?
You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.