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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$161K - $266K *

Champion secure engineering practices in Data & AI initiatives, integrating robust security across products. Lead global teams, advise on risks, uphold compliance, and enhance protection against emerg...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $264K *

Manage strategic program execution, ensuring customer satisfaction and growth. Collaborate cross-functionally, define milestones, and lead financial and technical performance for mission-critical proj...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $145K *

Contribute to innovative superconducting cable projects by designing testbeds, analyzing performance data, and enhancing cable termination systems through collaboration and technical expertise in engi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$164K - $205K *

Build scalable machine learning systems and infrastructure to enhance customer lifetime value modeling, collaborating with data scientists and engineers for impactful decision-making across the organi...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $283K *

Lead the development and commercialization of innovative energy systems, driving technical strategy and guiding projects from concept through deployment in a fast-paced environment focused on sustaina...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$286K - $326K *

Innovate within a leading technology team by driving software engineering excellence, managing diverse teams, and implementing cutting-edge solutions that enhance financial products and customer exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$286K - $326K *

Lead and inspire software engineering teams while driving innovation and scalability. Oversee complex technical strategies and enhance processes within a cloud-native architecture, ensuring high stand...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$314K - $359K *

Lead the charge in fostering innovation and excellence across software engineering teams, focusing on modern technologies and agile practices to build scalable, cloud-native solutions that enhance fin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $265K *

Engage your analytical skills as you lead a team in defining data insights strategies, partnering cross-functionally to optimize financial health, enhance reporting, and drive improvements in revenue...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $265K *

Lead the charge in defining data insights strategy to enhance financial operations, guiding a high-performing Data Science team to drive decision-making and improve revenue infrastructure within a fas...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$212K - $265K *

Lead and execute the data insights strategy for financial health and revenue infrastructure. Oversee a high-performing data science team and partner cross-functionally to drive insights that support s...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $222K *

Accelerate progress at crucial media agencies by driving data revenue growth and establishing strategic partnerships. Collaborate closely to implement tailored solutions and enhance client success in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $142K *

Innovate financial workflows by leveraging AI and data solutions to enhance decision-making and efficiency in Finance. Drive adoption and lead a cross-functional team while ensuring governance and com...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy, driving innovation, and managing product lifecycles for cutting-edge data solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize delivery and ensure customer sati...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$141K - $204K *

Join a team that empowers data-driven financial decisions in technology, bridging engineering priorities with corporate objectives while managing budgets and forecasts in a dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $160K *

Shape the future of machine learning by designing scalable, cloud-native platforms. Lead the development of model lifecycle infrastructure, mentor junior engineers, and implement MLOps best practices...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to crafting robust data solutions. You'll lead data pipeline design, enhance performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive data governance, integrity, and insig...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$399K - $457K *

Drive innovation in ML systems as you lead a high-performing engineering team focused on recommendations, search, and generative AI. Define long-term strategies and push boundaries in AI capabilities...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$235K - $260K *

Design and build scalable AI systems integrating semantic data and LLMs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance operations and analytics through innovative knowledge graphs, ensuring consistency an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the future of Data, Analytics, and AI by leading strategy, growth, and innovation. Drive the development of impactful solutions while building a high-performing team to enhance organizationa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $280K *

Empower your career by leading a dedicated Machine Learning Engineering team. Drive innovation in AI tools that impact millions, shape product direction, and foster engineer growth in a collaborative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $182K *

Join a team that's driving strategic technical partnerships and leading innovative solutions. In this role, you'll scope and enhance ISV collaborations, develop integration strategies, and manage a de...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $182K *

Partner with us to define strategic direction and lead the evolution of technical engagement with partners. Drive integrated solutions while building scalable support frameworks and managing a team fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team to lead strategic technical partner engagement, scale ISV functions, and enhance support frameworks for complex integrations. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $174K *

Unlock advanced data capabilities by designing and optimizing scalable data architectures and pipelines for large-scale analytics in dynamic environments. Collaborate with technical teams and business...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.