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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$187K - $300K *

Transform patient access and experience by leading strategic planning, business development, and product innovation initiatives. Collaborate with executives to align strategies with operational goals...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Lead the Business Analytics team to deliver innovative marketing solutions, driving client growth through strategic data integration and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$168K - $285K *

Shape the future of corporate strategy by leading M&A initiatives, conducting market research, and providing strategic recommendations to drive growth and innovation in the AI-powered DevSecOps landsc...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate the design and development of a robust replication engine for large-scale data systems, focusing on high-performance, secure, and resilient asynchronous replication capabilities to ensure reli...

North Carolina, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate strategic R&D initiatives while leading a diverse team across locations. Drive growth opportunities with key defense and intelligence customers by managing contracts and fostering collaboratio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in research technology and data management. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize research workflows, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance scientific produ...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of AI by building innovative solutions for robotics, AV, and healthcare. Drive end-to-end product development, collaborating with customers to solve complex challenges in data annotat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $217K *

Unlock your potential by leading global technology strategies that enhance distribution and logistics operations. Drive innovation, improve service quality, and foster operational excellence through A...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $125K *

Transform data management strategies and drive operational excellence across media channels. Lead cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in analytics and governance while fostering co...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $125K *

Empower data strategy and governance by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality standards in data management and analytics. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration across m...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $265K *

Lead the charge in transforming reliability data engineering by guiding the design and governance of enterprise data capabilities to enhance operational, regulatory, and strategic decision-making proc...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $135K *

Unlock new business opportunities by leveraging your established CRE network. Drive partnerships and accelerate deal cycles across key U.S. markets while collaborating with internal teams to refine sa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $235K *

Lead the charge in shaping Ally's Salesforce engineering strategy, driving innovation and quality across multiple teams. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to deliver scalable solutions that en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Advance technical excellence by leading architectural standards and practices for enterprise web solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery while enabling engin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $234K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic data center operations and infrastructure modernization. Drive operational excellence, security, and continuous improvement while managing multidisciplinary teams...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $190K *

Optimize enterprise identity infrastructure as a Lead IAM Engineer. Drive design, implementation, and support of complex identity solutions across on-premises and cloud environments, ensuring security...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Explore the future of data engineering by designing and optimizing robust data infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to implement ETL processes, enhance data integration, and drive innovation in data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$165K - $180K *

Transform healthcare solutions by leading the design and development of scalable, high-performance systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and mentor junior engineers to drive innovation and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $160K *

Deliver impactful data engineering solutions to enhance advanced visual analytics. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to integrate databases and optimize data pipelines, ensuring actionable intelligen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform organizational data strategies by designing, building, and managing scalable data pipelines and architecture. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable access to actionable insights that d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape data architecture by developing comprehensive models and governance programs, translating business needs into actionable insights, and leading engagements in modern D&A platforms. Guide stakehol...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $219K *

Unlock innovative content discovery by leading multimodal embedding systems that enhance how users engage with video clips. Drive technical excellence and mentor engineers while shaping impactful prod...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$218K - $480K *

Join our team to design and implement robust data architectures that power large-scale recommendation systems. Drive the creation of scalable storage solutions, ensuring top-tier system performance an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead data and AI initiatives in Financial Services, partnering with senior executives to drive strategic transformations and deliver value through innovative solutions and deep...

Branford, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.