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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$142K - $224K *

Optimize data engineering and analytics initiatives to enhance technical operations, drive data accessibility, and support data-driven decision-making across a complex, matrixed environment in pharmac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$142K - $224K *

Join a team that's advancing data engineering and analytics to enhance technical operations and drive data-driven decision-making across the product lifecycle in a regulated environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $195K *

Elevate our platform services team by architecting scalable solutions while mentoring engineers. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate core infrastructure that enhances user experiences in our cu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement cloud-based solutions, leading a talented group of engineers while driving scalable and reliable platform innovations that enhance user experiences and o...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $195K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing cloud-based investment solutions. As an Associate Director, you'll lead operations, shape AI-driven practices, and innovate scalable architectures to enhance perform...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $186K *

Join a team that's building fault-tolerant streaming applications for real-time analytics and critical data services. As a senior engineer, you'll design high-performance systems, mentor peers, and en...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$124K - $186K *

Develop high-performance streaming applications and architect scalable systems. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and ensure production reliability for real-time data services using Java, Ka...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of GTM operations by leading data governance, CRM processes, and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive impactful integration strategi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $194K *

Shape data-driven strategies by leading a high-performing team of data scientists. Collaborate across functions to solve complex challenges using machine learning and analytics, driving impactful solu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team by leading GTM data, processes, and AI initiatives. Drive CRM data quality, optimize workflows, and integrate MaintainX into Autodesk systems, ensuring efficiency and productivi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive the integration and optimization of GTM data, processes, and AI initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity across teams. Lead a small team while collaborating with senior stakeholders to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the strategy and execution of GTM data, processes, and AI initiatives, ensuring data quality and governance while optimizing CRM workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive effici...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing GTM data, processes, and AI enablement, driving efficiency and integration across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance CRM workflows and ensure data quality, w...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform GTM operations by owning data quality, CRM processes, and AI initiatives. Lead integration efforts and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive revenue growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of GTM operations by leading data governance, CRM processes, and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency and drive integration efforts, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving data engineering excellence in Palantir Foundry, transforming legacy systems into robust pipelines and applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the growth of GSI partnerships by forging strong collaborations, shaping go-to-market strategies, and ensuring customer success. Utilize operational rigor and strategic alliance expertise to enha...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop data engineering and AI teams to modernize infrastructure, optimize pipelines, and deliver trusted insights for workforce management, ensuring alignment with executive strategies and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Architect data foundations and AI capabilities to enhance workforce intelligence. Lead two pods focused on data engineering and AI development, driving modernization and automation for scalable insigh...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Innovate workforce intelligence by leading data foundations and AI capabilities. Drive strategic modernization of data pipelines and automation tools, ensuring trusted insights and AI readiness across...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the transformation of workforce analytics by developing AI-driven insights and modernizing data infrastructure. Oversee two pods focused on data engineering and AI enablement, ensuring efficient...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $195K *

Drive the development of AI capabilities and data infrastructure, leading two pods to modernize pipelines and enhance workforce analytics. Shape strategies for automation and AI enablement, ensuring d...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $248K *

Unlock potential by driving the evolution of AI agents and orchestration tools. Collaborate across teams to enhance APIs, ensure security, and optimize performance, while delivering impactful solution...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $325K *

Lead the charge in engineering growth and consumer experience, shaping technical solutions and driving team performance while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to enhance patient engagement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.

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    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.