Senior Director, Data Engineering
Ladders · United States · 2 days ago
RemoteRemoteEngineering$150k–$200k/yrFull-time
About the role
This role will turn data into practical insight that improves visibility, decision-making, and business performance. You will partner with business, technical, and operational stakeholders to build reporting, surface trends, and translate analysis into action. The position offers the opportunity to strengthen data-driven execution and help teams focus on the metrics that matter most within a consumer-facing environment.
Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available. Compensation: $150,000 – $200,000 annually.
Responsibilities
- Provide executive leadership for a multi-faceted Data Engineering organization
- Champion the long-term technology vision and data strategy
- Mentor senior data engineering leaders for excellence and innovation
- Drive execution of strategic data engineering initiatives
- Collaborate with C-level executives for alignment on strategies
- Oversee workforce planning and talent acquisition for engineering teams
- Navigate technological shifts and guide the organization through change
Qualifications
- 15+ years of experience in data engineering
- 7+ years in executive leadership roles
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
- Proven track record of executing enterprise-wide data strategies
- Exceptional leadership capabilities in complex environments
- Outstanding business acumen and financial literacy
- Strong problem-solving skills in ambiguous data situations
Benefits
- Fully remote position
- Opportunity to lead and shape a high-impact team
- Access to continuous growth and innovation in data capabilities
- Engagement with C-level executives and senior leaders across the company
- Chance to represent the organization to key external stakeholders
- Leadership role influencing business strategy and technology vision