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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$85K - $95K *

Drive enterprise data solutions by architecting and implementing secure ETL pipelines and integration models. Collaborate with technical authorities and lead code development to ensure high-quality, t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise data solutions by building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines, designing robust data models, and contributing to our architecture strategy, while collaborating with stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Explore your potential as a Data Engineer, building scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that enhance enterprise repo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $186K *

Pioneer the maintenance and operation of critical data center facilities. Lead teams in troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring optimal performance and uptime. Engage closely with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$102K - $150K *

Contribute to high-tempo engineering execution by coordinating activities, managing priorities, and enhancing communication across teams. Drive project success through effective planning, scheduling...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft exceptional user experiences. Drive performance enhancements and scale production systems...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by joining a collaborative team of engineers focused on building scalable software solutions and creating impactful user experiences using cutting-edge technologies...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize our future offerings by building robust APIs and services, collaborating with a diverse team. Leverage your software engineering expertise to create exceptional user experiences while focusin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K *

Unlock the potential of programmatic media by building and leading a robust capability in a fast-paced environment, focusing on Amazon DSP, CTV, and more to drive measurable results and enhance busine...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K *

Transform the programmatic landscape by building expertise across multiple channels, including Amazon DSP and CTV. Lead strategic campaigns connecting media investment to business outcomes while colla...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K *

Drive the development of programmatic media capabilities, focusing on Amazon DSP, CTV, and OLV. Lead strategy and execution for high-impact campaigns, ensuring alignment with business outcomes while c...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Transform data systems by developing and optimizing ETL pipelines in AWS. Collaborate with teams to enhance data products, ensuring high-quality performance and reliability in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the data landscape by building robust pipelines in Microsoft Fabric, integrating diverse enterprise systems to deliver trusted data for analytics and business solutions across multiple depar...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by building robust data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric, integrating diverse enterprise systems to deliver trusted data solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance ana...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering a firmwide data lineage program, driving governance and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to align plans, manage dependencies, and ensure consistent o...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $210K *

Empower your career by leading a high-impact data lineage initiative, driving governance and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to align plans, manage dependencies, and ensure succe...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$237K - $296K *

Empower teams to achieve excellence in consumer data engineering by leading the strategy, modernization, and execution of scalable data platforms and analytical solutions, driving impactful insights a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Champion transformative AI solutions within our data platform, leading the engineering of agentic systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to elevate the Product Lifecycle Management ex...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

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  •   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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.