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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$223K - $307K *

Shape the future of R&D finance by driving capital allocation, optimizing engineering operations, and building a high-performing team to support rapid growth in AI-enabled software development...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines using Azure, PySpark, and Airflow. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and performance while mentoring engineers and drivi...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $203K *

Empower the distribution strategy by designing and managing rate content across channels, ensuring accurate delivery and partner trust. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable progra...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of commercial technology and data engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team to deliver scalable solutions that enhance analytics, digital engagement, and operational efficiency...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $160K *

Drive the development of enterprise-grade data platforms and pipelines. Collaborate with clients to enhance data solutions, ensuring performance and reliability while supporting an Agile environment a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement AI workflows that integrate models, enterprise data, and business logic, delivering reliable production solutions and collaborating with various stakeholder...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $298K *

Optimize global endpoint management by leading a high-performing team to enhance security, streamline operations, and improve employee experience across diverse device ecosystems. Drive strategy and i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Join a team that's redefining endpoint management and security for a global workforce. Lead strategic initiatives, drive innovation, and enhance employee experience across diverse device ecosystems wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Lead the charge in global endpoint management, driving strategy and security for diverse device ecosystems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance employee experience while ensuring robust security...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Transform the future of endpoint management by leading a global team to enhance security, optimize device performance, and elevate employee experience across diverse platforms. Drive strategy and inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team of Data Engineering Specialists, fostering growth and innovation. Drive the design and implementation of scalable data solutions while championing a culture of collaboration, conti...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a team of Data Engineering Specialists, driving innovation in data solutions while fostering professional growth and collaboration. Embrace challenges in a dynamic envir...

Burlington, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $230K *

Lead the development of data solutions to drive analytics growth. Oversee a team of engineers, manage data strategies, and mentor talent, ensuring scalable, automated solutions that harness AI and ML...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Lead the charge in advancing data solutions, fostering team growth, and enhancing analytics capabilities. Drive transformational projects to optimize data accessibility for AI and business insights wh...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Drive the transformation of our analytics landscape by leading teams to design and build data solutions that leverage AI and Machine Learning. Mentor data engineers and ensure scalable, secure data pr...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Drive the transformation of analytics by leading data engineering teams to design and implement scalable solutions. Oversee data product development and mentor talent to optimize data strategies for A...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $230K *

Launch impactful data solutions to enhance analytics capabilities across the enterprise. Lead and mentor a high-performing team while driving innovation in data engineering practices, ensuring robust...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on designing and implementing cloud-native data services, enhancing the Fraud Intelligence Platform. Collaborate with engineers to build reliable software while gaining hand...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading DevOps and cloud engineering initiatives that enhance secure, scalable solutions in a dynamic financial services landscape while collaborating with cross-functional te...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $157K *

Reimagine data engineering by leading the development of scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and reliability while integrating innovative AI techniques. Mentor junior engineers and collabor...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$395K - $414K *

Empower team success by leading FIN Engineering to ensure accurate, reliable, and secure payment processes. Drive a high-performance culture while overseeing multi-year engineering roadmaps and techni...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $273K *

Reimagine data engineering strategies to enhance developer productivity. Lead the design of scalable architectures and actionable insights, driving efficiency across teams while collaborating with sta...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Discover innovative ways to build and harmonize enterprise data solutions, integrating multiple ERP systems into unified models. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable data pipelin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer data pipelines and harmonize complex datasets to enable AI-driven ERP modernization and analytics solutions, accelerating enterprise transformation with a strategic focus on structured data r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $161K *

Drive the future of enterprise analytics by architecting and delivering innovative solutions using Azure and Databricks. Collaborate with diverse clients to meet their needs while enhancing your techn...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.

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    You can browse Director of Data Engineering openings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.