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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$125K - $150K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize AI quality and efficiency in investment firm tools. Own evaluation processes, drive data-informed changes, and ensure the accuracy of AI outputs thr...

Mountain View, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role in data engineering, driving the design and governance of a scalable data platform while fostering team collaboration and innovation in AI/ML integrati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Deliver accuracy and efficiency in AI for investment firm operations by owning model evaluation and quality metrics, driving product improvements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enha...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$153K - $192K *

Join a team that's redefining commercial data and analytics strategies, driving cloud modernization, and enhancing operational excellence to support business growth and innovation across multiple ther...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$236K - $300K *

Unlock potential by leading the evolution of our design system, transforming it into a dynamic foundation for AI-powered workflows. Collaborate across design and engineering to create seamless, high-q...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $300K *

Elevate patient access and experience by leading strategic planning and business development initiatives. Collaborate with executives to identify growth opportunities and ensure alignment with organiz...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$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

2 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

$83K - $112K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop data solutions that drive business success. Leverage your expertise in data pipeline management and SQL to enhance our data architecture and support organizat...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

$158K - $237K *

Drive client success by leading data strategy engagements, leveraging Azure technologies to create scalable solutions that enhance business value and support digital transformation initiatives across...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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 3 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

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.