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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$144K - $288K *

Empower innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to redefine health technology. Drive platform strategy, manage cross-functional partnerships, and ensure high-quality execution for transformat...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Drive innovation and lead cross-functional teams in developing a digital health platform, ensuring high-quality delivery and execution of strategies that optimize integrations and enhance user engagem...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Pioneer a strategic engineering vision in digital health, leading diverse teams to innovate and deliver transformative solutions that enhance consumer health engagement and drive platform modernizatio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Join a team that's redefining digital health innovation. Lead the strategic vision for software engineering, drive high-quality product delivery, and manage cross-functional collaboration to enhance c...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Develop and scale our data ingestion systems as a senior Backend Engineer. Lead architecture and integration efforts, ensuring data quality and reliability across diverse sources. Collaborate with tea...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Empower teams to innovate by providing technical leadership and direction in developing scalable enterprise solutions that align with business goals and ensure adherence to security and architectural...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career with a Senior Data Engineer role, leading the design and evolution of our AWS data platform. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex data challenges and influence architectural...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $286K *

Empower financial strategy by providing insights, managing forecasts, and leading analysis within technology finance operations. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive business performance and su...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team to ensure 24/7 reliability and performance of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing developer productivity through strategic initiatives and operati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Lead engineering teams in developing AI-native software and managing cross-pod operations, driving architectural excellence, mentoring talent, and ensuring robust delivery in a fast-paced, collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $207K *

Elevate your career by leading WWT's data strategy within the AI Transformation Office. Drive data reliability and readiness for AI projects while ensuring efficient collaboration across the organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead analytics initiatives to drive strategic decision-making, data governance, and actionable insights. Oversee analytics teams and processes across real estate investments and insurance operations...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Inspire data-driven decision-making by leading analytical initiatives across investment and insurance functions, ensuring strategic insights and operational excellence while fostering a high-performin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $193K *

Empower innovative research by leading a multidisciplinary team in data engineering, overseeing project execution, and shaping robust data ecosystems to drive advanced AI applications. Flexibility and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $193K *

Lead the charge in architecting and maintaining a scalable data ecosystem for innovative research projects, while overseeing a multidisciplinary team and ensuring data governance and privacy best prac...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead product vision and strategy for Data & AI portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and customer needs through data-driven decision making and cross-functional collaboration...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K - $175K *

Transform the future of Data & AI products by leading product strategy, driving customer engagement, and aligning cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions while managing multiple product...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of data engineering, leading the development of a transformative Finance Data Platform. Drive innovation by enhancing data solutions through collaboration, ensurin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative AI-powered user experiences from concept to execution, collaborating closely with customers to maximize value. Own the development lifecycle to enhance data interaction through real-t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$178K - $255K *

Lead and optimize data engineering initiatives, driving strategy and team development to enhance data infrastructure and ensure alignment with business goals for competitive advantage...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $135K *

Design, build, and optimize data infrastructure for scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance data capabilities across various client implementations and strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop and optimize high-performance data architectures while ensuring data quality and compliance. Collaborate closely with data scientists and analysts to create efficient data pipelines that suppo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading enterprise data quality initiatives that enhance trust and operational efficiency through scalable engineering practices and strategic partnerships across analytics, AI...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $197K *

Join us to lead security initiatives across multifaceted engineering teams, driving the successful planning and execution of security programs while bridging technical and business goals in a collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Elevate your career by developing scalable software solutions for a healthcare platform. As part of a dynamic team, you will implement, troubleshoot, and enhance critical systems while ensuring code q...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.