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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$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic robotics firm by leading HRIS implementation and building a comprehensive people data infrastructure. Drive analytics capabilities to enhance workforce visibility and...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$181K - $301K *

Lead the charge in driving complex, multidisciplinary product development programs, ensuring cross-functional alignment and accountability to deliver innovative biosensing technologies for medical app...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $181K *

Lead the charge in optimizing CDN operations with a focus on caching technologies and incident management, collaborating with teams to enhance performance and support product initiatives across the Di...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $173K *

Transform content distribution strategies by optimizing caching technologies, managing global CDN operations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve performance metrics and support i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $173K *

Join a dynamic team focused on managing and improving CDN configurations, caching technologies, and operational excellence, while supporting global media distribution initiatives in a fast-paced envir...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming vast data into actionable insights through innovative, scalable solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance user experience and support national infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K *

Empower the future of cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing robust snowflake database solutions, ensuring optimal security and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $195K *

Lead a technical team to develop innovative hands-on learning experiences, focusing on operational strategy and system scalability. Collaborate across departments to enhance lab delivery and create ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $160K *

Champion the development of innovative ML Data Foundations and serving infrastructure. Lead a dynamic team in shaping scalable solutions to enhance ML product offerings, driving impactful change acros...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive new client success by showcasing innovative solutions and providing insights, while collaborating with teams to achieve sales goals and exceeding client expectations in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $230K *

Unlock potential by analyzing healthcare data to inform payment models, mentoring teams, and ensuring high-quality deliverables while influencing health policy development. Enjoy a remote work environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $275K *

Lead and inspire a technical team to enhance cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security while engaging with customers to drive excellence in software deployments and operations acro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $324K *

Lead the charge in product analytics strategy, harnessing AI to uncover insights that drive growth. Shape the decision-making processes at an executive level while developing a team of analysts to pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $150K *

Shape the future of AI by designing, building, and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring accessible and reliable enterprise data for innovative AI-driven solutions and business applications acro...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $150K *

Drive the design and maintenance of data pipelines for innovative AI solutions, ensuring accessibility and reliability of enterprise data systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams for op...

Markham, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead systems engineering initiatives, driving architecture and integration across multi-disciplinary teams. Guide complex projects lifecycle and mentor engineers, ensuring alignment with product goals...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $310K *

Grow your career with a leadership role overseeing software engineering teams, driving technical excellence, fostering collaboration, and ensuring successful project execution across complex technical...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$154K - $247K *

Lead the development of advanced AI and machine learning solutions, guiding a high-performing team to enhance consumer purchase experiences while driving strategic data initiatives to reduce disputes...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategy for zero trust security by developing policies, automating tooling, and managing compliance within the enterprise landscape while ensuring the integrity of sensitive data through ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize data pipeline architectures and implement robust data solutions, ensuring quality and efficiency in data processing within an agile environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innova...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop, maintain, and optimize data solutions for enhanced geospatial intelligence, emphasizing secure web applications and API integrations to empower critical decision-making...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Partner with us to lead cloud migrations by designing scalable infrastructure, implementing CI/CD pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure performance, security, and stabilit...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead program management initiatives to drive operational excellence, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while enhancing team performance, customer satisfaction, and compliance in a fast-paced, re...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Grow your leadership in data governance by driving MDM strategy, fostering cross-functional collaboration, and building a high-performing team to enhance data quality and operational efficiency across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Drive success by leveraging your business acumen and industry relationships to secure new accounts and foster long-term partnerships. Utilize strategic insights to navigate complex sales cycles and de...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.