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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Associate Director, Data Engineering and Analytics
$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
Associate Director, Data Engineering and Analytics
$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
Associate Director, Software Engineering
$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
Associate Director, Software Engineering
$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
Associate Director, Software Engineering
$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
Sr. Software Engineer, Data Streaming Systems
$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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Sr. Software Engineer, Data Streaming Systems
$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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Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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
$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
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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...
2 weeks ago
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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...
2 weeks ago
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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
Director of GTM Data, Processes, and AI Enablement
$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
$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...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$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...
1 week ago
Director, Partner Development Manager
$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...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Platform & Governance Manager
$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
Data Platform & Governance Manager
$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
Data Platform & Governance Manager
$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
Data Platform & Governance Manager
$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
Data Platform & Governance Manager
$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
$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
Director/Sr. Director Engineering- Growth + Consumer
$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
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.