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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$189K - $372K *

Oversee the strategic deployment of GenAI solutions, leading engineering teams to deliver high-quality applications. Engage with C-suite clients, resolve delivery challenges, and ensure robust governa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Champion the integration of GenAI solutions, leading cross-functional engineering pods to drive innovation, quality, and scalability while fostering strong client relationships and ensuring delivery e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Unlock the potential of technology by leading engineering pods for GenAI solutions. Drive success metrics and build trusted client relationships while mentoring teams and ensuring high delivery standa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $372K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by leading engineering pods to develop and deploy GenAI solutions for strategic clients. Drive innovation, influence decisions at the C-suite level, and mentor en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $272K *

Architect the next generation of scalable machine learning platforms, leading cross-functional initiatives, refining infrastructure, and enhancing data processing systems to drive impactful solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $272K *

Architect scalable machine learning platforms that drive innovation and reliability. Lead cross-functional teams in delivering robust solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excellence a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Lead and transform engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge GenAI solutions for clients, overseeing projects and driving technical excellence while ensuring successful deployment and ongoing innovati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in deploying cutting-edge GenAI solutions by guiding engineering teams, driving strategic partnerships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality applications while maintaining strong...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$189K - $372K *

Lead transformative engineering pods delivering GenAI solutions. You’ll set technical direction, mentor teams, and build relationships with C-suite clients, navigating complexities to ensure successfu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Lead cutting-edge GenAI engineering teams by driving technical strategy and execution, influencing C-suite decisions, and managing dynamic pod structures while fostering innovation and ensuring client...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in deploying innovative GenAI solutions for strategic clients, guiding technical direction and ensuring high-quality delivery while mentoring teams and leveraging global capabilities t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Lead transformative GenAI solutions as a senior engineering partner, overseeing development, execution, and delivery health. Influence C-suite decisions while mentoring a cross-functional team in clie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $372K *

Lead the charge in developing GenAI solutions for major clients. Architect and influence high-impact technical projects while managing cross-functional teams. Drive engagements from prototype to produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $372K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering teams to design and deploy innovative GenAI solutions for strategic clients, ensuring project success through technical direction and hands-on support in comple...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $372K *

Deliver innovative GenAI solutions by leading engineering teams, transforming client challenges into production-ready systems. Influence at the C-suite level while managing complex projects and foster...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $180K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions by leading technical delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and fostering AI-native practices to enhance performance and structure within a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $200K *

Shape your career with this impactful role where you'll lead technical initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive the adoption of innovative engineering practices in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $364K *

Lead the charge in building efficient caching systems that support impactful applications at scale. Drive modernization initiatives, enhance reliability, and foster a diverse team culture while shapin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$284K - $423K *

Engage a high-performing team to drive transformative software solutions and cloud-native technologies, ensuring alignment with global business objectives and spearheading digital innovation at scale...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$194K - $326K *

Transform large-scale agentic data infrastructures by architecting robust ML systems, driving cross-team collaborations, and mentoring top engineers to innovate seamless agent-based experiences that f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize systems and storage infrastructure while collaborating with teams to ensure seamless operation of applications. Manage performance monitoring, issue resolution, and security implementations t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $207K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to driving Enterprise SaaS growth by leading a dynamic sales force, fostering talent, and executing strategic initiatives to meet regional revenue goals and enhance custom...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Unlock growth and efficiency in our Medicare Advantage financial operations. We're seeking a strategic leader to optimize unit economics, enhance forecasting, and drive impactful financial initiatives...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Help us design and deploy innovative machine learning solutions for satellite imagery analytics, focusing on computer vision and predictive modeling. Collaborate with experts to enhance ML processes a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$102K - $159K *

Transform the way we ingest data by developing scalable software solutions, owning product features end-to-end, and collaborating with talented teams to enhance system performance and reliability in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.