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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$130K - $155K *

Tackle challenges as you build and maintain critical streaming data infrastructure, enhancing performance and reliability while supporting vast data processing for internal and external users in a dyn...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Architect innovative data solutions to enhance digital marketing strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement cloud-based technologies, driving engagement and optimizing customer e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$166K - $214K *

Elevate customer success by leading a dynamic onboarding team, ensuring seamless transitions from sales to platform activation. Drive adoption and optimize experiences while fostering a culture of exc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by building scalable data pipelines and models that transform fragmented operational data into actionable insights, supporting analytics and AI applications across the enterprise...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$196K - $220K *

Lead and inspire a distributed team in executing a strategic computer vision roadmap, ensuring high-priority projects are prioritized and delivered effectively while fostering cross-functional collabo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative hardware engineering strategies, leading cross-functional teams to define multi-platform architectures and ensure operational excellence from concept to global deployment, driving t...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative data solutions by developing scalable pipelines for transforming data across various platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity, security, and performance wh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $152K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cloud storage solutions, managing data pipelines, and automating processes. Utilize Python, Terraform, and CloudBees while contributing to AI advancements with...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$205K - $305K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a team focused on enhancing developer and agent experiences. Drive technical strategy, streamline release engineering, and foster collaboration to e...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful pricing strategies as a Program Manager, collaborating with teams across Product, Sales, and Analytics to ensure effective execution of initiatives. Thrive in this high-visibility role...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $230K *

Unlock your potential by leading large-scale data center construction projects from inception to completion. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery while fostering a culture of excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision and execution for an enterprise file system portfolio, managing product strategy, P&L, and team leadership. Shape market positioning and competitive differentiation while ensuring rev...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $142K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer needs into actionable AI workflows, collaborating cross-functionally to design and deploy solutions that enhance business processes and drive measurable value...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategic vision and execution of an enterprise file system portfolio, ensuring market leadership through effective product strategy, customer engagement, and a high-performing product manage...

Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in a dynamic role to lead and enhance marketing analytics, driving impactful insights for clients. Oversee a diverse team, develop statistical models, and optimize advertising strategies to max...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Empower a dynamic team to enhance marketing analytics, develop statistical models, and optimize client campaigns. This role blends technical expertise with strategic insights to drive impactful busine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$82K - $142K *

Transform customer engagement by leveraging AI workflows to enhance business processes, ensuring high-quality, repeatable solutions that drive value and efficiency throughout the post-sales organizati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $265K *

Empower the development of a cutting-edge cloud-based data platform, leading design and architecture while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance s...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $322K *

Champion innovative platform solutions as a Technical Program Manager, driving complex initiatives globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer outcomes and navigate ambiguity...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $150K *

Transform healthcare insights by leading client engagements with real-world data. Drive business development and project delivery while building long-term client relationships in a dynamic, hybrid wor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$222K - $261K *

Shape the future of HR by partnering with executives to drive strategic initiatives, enhance people experiences, and lead transformative change in a dynamic global environment. Bring your expertise to...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $261K *

Empower business transformation by serving as a strategic HR partner, advising C-suite executives and leading teams to enhance global people strategies and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic en...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $261K *

Elevate your career as a strategic HR leader, partnering with executives to drive global initiatives and enhance people experiences in a dynamic technology environment. Lead teams, influence change, a...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $261K *

Lead strategic HR initiatives as a trusted advisor to executives, driving global people strategies and transformation efforts. Collaborate across functions to enhance organizational effectiveness and...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform the Quality landscape by leading enterprise-wide oversight of Computer System Validation and Data Governance. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance compliance, drive digital innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.