Data Engineering + AI Leadership Summit 2026

Join data, engineering, and AI leaders for open, candid discussions on the pressing challenges in modern organizations. Visit the official website for more information. How Registration Works Attendance is limited and carefully curated. To apply, complete the registration form and share a few details about yourself. If your registration is approved, you will receive a confirmation email in 1-2 weeks. Who Should Attend Staff+ Engineers Engineering Managers Directors & VPs Heads of Data & AI Open Source Maintainers Technical Founders & CTOs Why Attend A world-class community conference that practitioners and leaders actively seek out, not just for its content, but for the authentic experience it delivers. Community Driven: ​Our sessions, curated by the program committee, will be technically deep and community-driven, reflecting the real challenges and innovations shaping the data and AI landscape. Lasting Connections: ​We aim to create an inclusive space where meaningful conversations happen not only in sessions but everywhere, empowering you to build lasting connections and collaborate in ways that outlive the conference itself. Career Opportunities: ​Top tech companies, such as OpenAI, will be recruiting onsite. Explore open job roles, meet the hiring teams in person, and make connections that can turn into real next steps after the event. Agenda Coming soon. Call for Proposals is open until Friday, Sept 25. ​Sponsors Thank you to our sponsors for making this community event possible. Interested in sponsoring? Let us know here. ​Payment When you submit your application, Luma will place a temporary hold on your payment method. You will not be charged unless your application is approved. ​Contact If you have any questions, please email [email protected]. ℹ️ About Data Engineer Things Data Engineer Things (DET) is a global community built by data engineers for data engineers. Subscribe to our newsletter and follow us on LinkedIn to gain access to exclusive learning resources and networking opportunities, including articles, webinars, meetups, conferences, mentorship, and more.