Director, Data Engineering Jobs on Ladders

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What is a Director, Data Engineering?

A Director of Data Engineering is a senior position predominantly responsible for overseeing the design and maintenance of an organization's databases. They supervise a team of data engineers and collaborate with data scientists to optimize data utilization and operational efficiency.

Why choose a career as a Director, Data Engineering?

With the increasing reliance on data by organizations, the demand for skilled Data Engineering Directors is on the rise. They ensure that data strategies align with organisational goals and are fundamental to driving business insights.

Steps to become a Director, Data Engineering

To get to this leadership position typically requires extensive industry experience, a strong understanding of data architecture and analytics, and proven leadership ability. An advanced degree in computer science or a related field is often preferred by employers.

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$125K - $150K *

Transform your analytics prowess into actionable insights, driving partner growth across revenue teams. Lead forecasting, optimize lead qualification, and enhance the sales lifecycle through data-driv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$360K - $440K *

Architect a robust ad mediation strategy, enhancing system scalability and performance while leading cross-functional teams. Shape product direction to drive significant revenue impacts in a dynamic a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $170K *

Drive success by managing a talented software engineering team, enhancing payment products, and improving user experiences in healthcare. Collaborate across functions, maintain quality standards, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $167K *

Shape the future of data reliability by leading the design and implementation of high-performance features for metadata services. Collaborate across teams to enhance data understanding and trust for u...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $167K *

Join our team to design and deliver robust back-end features for our platform, enhancing our metadata services and ensuring optimal performance, reliability, and scalability while collaborating with c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $230K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering excellence and operational readiness by building and mentoring a high-performing team, optimizing manufacturing processes, and executing capital projects for sus...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$255K - $320K *

Lead the charge in engineering strategy across enterprise data and integration platforms while building high-performing teams, advancing customer engagement tools, and driving data governance and AI s...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Lead data engineering efforts to design, build, and support modern data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable ETL pipelines and data platforms, ensuring accessibility and reliabi...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower modular data center deployments as a hands-on engineer leading teams across geographies. Oversee MEP integration, troubleshooting, and ensure technical execution aligns with operational requir...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into strategic business insights. Drive revenue and growth through analytics, optimizing decision-making processes and shaping a high-performing analytics team acr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $280K *

Drive your career as a leader in Data, unifying Engineering, Science, and Analytics to leverage data for strategic business growth. Collaborate globally to enhance our data culture and execute initiat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust data strategy that drives revenue, retention, and informed decision-making. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance insights and establish...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$165K - $214K *

Shape the future of financial operations by leading our NetSuite ERP systems. Empower finance teams through optimized technology, ensuring accurate reporting and efficient processes in a collaborative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead a talented team in developing innovative software solutions while managing projects and mentoring engineers. Foster collaboration, set priorities, and enhance processes to achieve technical excel...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $290K *

Optimize reliability across our production systems by leading a dynamic engineering team that leverages AI and operational principles to develop scalable practices, tools, and culture, ensuring perfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Take ownership of the development and testing of innovative AI systems, overseeing the design and implementation of software tools and pipelines crucial for advancing state-of-the-art machine learning...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $210K *

Drive our technology forward as a Senior Full Stack Engineer. Bring expertise in both front-end and back-end development to create impactful user experiences and innovative solutions in a collaborativ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $192K *

Take ownership of data engineering initiatives to enable AI and analytics capabilities. Lead the design and implementation of scalable data integration solutions while ensuring data quality and govern...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Advance enterprise sales strategies and drive revenue growth while mentoring a high-performing team. Your leadership will shape alignment across departments and ensure consistent performance in comple...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive architectural excellence and foster a collaborative culture to enhance software quality. Lead the team in AI-augmented development and ensure technical integrity through disciplined practices an...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by spearheading new lodging supply partnerships, sourcing and closing agreements that enhance our platform’s offerings across diverse booking channels, ensuring successful activation...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$145K - $250K *

Pioneer customer-centric solutions by owning the entire delivery process, collaborating with diverse teams, and leveraging advanced technology to enhance Reltio's platform and drive significant busine...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$145K - $250K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise outcomes by delivering impactful technical solutions directly to customers. Own end-to-end projects, design agentic workflows, and drive product innovation t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $250K *

Drive end-to-end delivery of technical solutions by collaborating with customers, designing workflows, and integrating systems. Own production-grade deployments while leveraging insights to influence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$195K - $250K *

Lead the technical development and implementation of cutting-edge Databricks solutions. Collaborate with customers to architect innovative platforms, drive migration strategies, and support AI initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Data Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director, Data Engineering is responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organization's data infrastructure. They also lead a team of data engineers.

  • What is the average salary of a Director, Data Engineering?question toggle

    The average salary for a Director, Data Engineering can vary greatly, depending on the company size and location. However, positions on Ladders offer salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What skills are required for a Director, Data Engineering role?question toggle

    Skills required include mastery in data architecture and analytics, advanced technical skills in database languages, leadership ability, and strong problem-solving skills.