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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$250K - $315K *

Drive the security architecture strategy for cutting-edge distributed storage systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement secure practices at every level of infrastructure, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $315K *

Shape the future of secure distributed storage platforms by defining and driving the security architecture for AI-driven, multi-tenant infrastructures, influencing cross-functional teams while establi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate data solutions to advance our analytics capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect data infrastructure that enhances decision-making and drives business performance in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower the data landscape by architecting robust data solutions, optimizing performance, and driving innovation within a collaborative environment. Lead cross-functional projects and enhance data cap...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Architect and enhance robust data engineering solutions, managing data scalability and performance for a major eCommerce platform. Lead teams and innovate with AWS cloud technologies to empower data-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $188K *

Architect a cutting-edge data platform strategy to enhance enterprise capabilities, maximizing the value of Microsoft Fabric, Snowflake, and Databricks. Lead cross-functional teams and drive technical...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading data engineering solutions that drive business insights and operational excellence within our dynamic enterprise analytics team. Your expertise will shape data platforms...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead and drive the evolution of our data architecture and analytics solutions, empowering business users through self-service and automation while ensuring high standards of data quality and operation...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $210K *

Lead the charge in delivering sophisticated measurement and analytics for clients. Drive innovative Marketing Mix Modeling and analytics, translating complex insights into actionable strategies while...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Elevate the data engineering landscape by architecting a reliable, scalable data platform. Lead cross-functional initiatives, define standards, and mentor engineers while ensuring robust data and syst...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$334K - $500K *

Drive your career forward by leading Security Engineering initiatives, overseeing teams across multiple sites, and collaborating with executives to enhance Snap's platform security and integrity while...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$334K - $500K *

Transform security engineering by leading a high-performing team focused on establishing a secure infrastructure, partnering with senior executives to enhance platform and application security initiat...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $202K *

Engineer robust data pipelines and lead cross-functional efforts in data acquisition, transformation, and analysis to enhance business intelligence for informed decision-making. Drive efficiency and i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $220K *

Join our team to drive data-driven decision-making through advanced analytics, BI strategy, and cross-functional collaboration. Lead high-performing teams, develop impactful models, and execute action...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $195K *

Drive impactful data engineering projects that enhance research data infrastructure for human biology teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-performance systems and mentor junior engine...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining a team dedicated to building robust data pipelines, integrations, and data assets that enhance analytics and AI initiatives, driving innovation across enterprise systems fo...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Innovate product strategies in data governance, leading cross-functional teams to develop solutions that align with stakeholder needs while ensuring project delivery and operational excellence across...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by managing a team of Data Engineers and Analysts while overseeing cloud-based data solutions and analytics initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and insigh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Product Director, leading product development and data governance initiatives, ensuring alignment with stakeholder needs while fostering a culture of continuous impro...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to lead enterprise data technologies, ensuring robust and scalable data solutions. Manage a team and drive standardization across platforms while optimizing performance and alignin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$241K - $344K *

Shape the future of AI and data engineering by leading global teams and driving innovative enterprise strategies. Oversee scalable data platforms and ensure responsible AI practices across SaaS produc...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading data analytics initiatives that drive program insights and improvements for federal transition assistance programs supporting Service members, Veterans, and families throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by transforming raw data into AI-ready datasets utilizing Snowflake and dbt. Collaborate across teams to develop semantic models and ensure high-quality, explaina...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as an AI Data Engineer, where you'll architect robust Snowflake and dbt pipelines, create semantic models, and partner across teams to deliver scalable AI-ready data solutions fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining national security through innovative data science and integration solutions. This senior-level role blends technology and strategy in critical environments, requiring han...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.