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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$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving the evolution of our critical data workflow platform, shaping the future of engineering productivity through leadership, architectural innovation, and cross-functional colla...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $206K *

Join a team that's building cutting-edge analytics solutions for data-driven insights. Lead a skilled group of engineers in enhancing data governance and integrity while collaborating cross-functional...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in influencing software strategy through multiple engineering teams, fostering collaboration across business units to drive technical excellence and innovative solutions in software de...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform software engineering practices by leading multiple teams and shaping technology strategy for cross-functional projects, driving innovation and efficiency in delivering software solutions acr...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and drive software engineering initiatives, collaborating with teams across multiple domains to ensure technology strategies align with business goals, while overseeing multiple engineering teams...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $250K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing engineering team to develop scalable solutions for financial data integration, ensuring efficient processes and quality results using cutting-edge technol...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Optimize data pipelines and elevate data engineering standards to support advanced AI solutions, transforming both structured and unstructured data for impactful analytics in a collaborative environme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$269K - $316K *

Help us lead a global analytics function driving decisions through data in an AI-first environment. Oversee teams across locations, ensuring trust and efficiency in analytics to support Product-Led an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $158K *

Shape strategic data management initiatives while leading and mentoring IT teams. Drive the performance, security, and scalability of database systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals acr...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovation in data engineering by designing scalable pipelines and driving best practices for maintainability and governance across complex domains, ensuring reliability and quality while men...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive data science strategy and lead a high-performing team to enhance AI-powered products, influencing product direction and user experience while collaborating across functions to unlock growth and...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer data-driven strategies as you lead a high-performing team, guiding product and business growth through insightful analytics and experimentation in a collaborative, cross-functional environment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in technical delivery for client deployments, optimizing data solutions and workflows while partnering with clients to resolve complex issues. Shape future deployments with reusable de...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive data innovations by designing and developing robust data engineering solutions, enhancing data capabilities for diverse teams while leading projects and influencing strategy within a dynamic eCo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovation by designing and enhancing scalable data engineering solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize the Data Warehouse while driving the data strategy, ensuring efficient data man...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building innovative data engineering solutions to enhance scalable data pipelines, ensuring high-performance data processing for diverse analytical needs across multiple teams and s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Drive the development of data governance, management, and security policies to enhance engagement efforts and data integrity within the organization, fostering collaboration with stakeholders for effe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by leading a skilled team to design and implement innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and compliance standards while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Bring your expertise to design and implement a revolutionary data platform. Lead initiatives on data pipelines, ensuring quality and governance while empowering teams with self-service capabilities ac...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$241K - $338K *

Design and build scalable data pipelines for large-scale genomic and imaging datasets, collaborating across teams to ensure reliable data processing and high-quality outputs. Shape the future of biolo...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$241K - $338K *

Unlock potential by building robust data pipelines for AI-driven biological research. Lead the charge in transforming complex biological datasets into AI-ready formats, empowering scientists to push t...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$268K - $395K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams in architecting cutting-edge AI and optimization platforms. Oversee large-scale systems to enhance real-time logistics efficiency, ensuring reliabili...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$268K - $395K *

Empower the engineering team by driving the vision for AI-driven logistics. Lead complex algorithms and platform architecture while ensuring the scalability and reliability of our systems for millions...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $200K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining robust data infrastructure to support analytics and data-driven applications. The role involves optimizing ETL processes and collaborating across teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Elevate data strategy as you lead the Consumer analytics ecosystem. This role champions data readiness and AI integration, ensuring impactful consumer insights and seamless reporting for organizationa...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.