Director of Application Development Jobs

Discover Director of Application Development jobs for experienced technology leaders ready to guide software strategy and delivery. These senior roles oversee application teams, establish development standards, and align technology roadmaps with business goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including leadership positions across industries.

What Does a Director of Application Development Do?

A Director of Application Development leads the design, development, maintenance, and modernization of business applications. Responsibilities may include setting technical direction, managing engineering managers and developers, overseeing budgets and vendor relationships, and partnering with product, security, infrastructure, and business teams. Directors also monitor delivery quality, application performance, and adherence to architecture and compliance requirements.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial experience in software development and technology leadership, along with a record of delivering complex applications. Useful qualifications include expertise in software architecture, cloud platforms, development methodologies, application security, and project or portfolio management. Strong communication, strategic planning, budgeting, and people-management skills are also important. Specific requirements vary by organization and industry.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level application development roles can be found in sectors such as financial services, healthcare, technology, retail, and professional services. The scope of a position may range from leading a department’s application portfolio to directing enterprise-wide development programs. Compensation depends on factors such as location, company size, industry, experience, and role responsibilities. Explore opportunities on Ladders to find vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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Search current openings and compare job responsibilities, required qualifications, and leadership scope. Use Ladders to identify senior application development opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.

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$235K - $265K *

Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team to develop innovative B2B tools. Collaborate with product leaders to shape technology direction, ensuring scalability and reliability while mentoring e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Deliver innovative business applications by designing, developing, and maintaining solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support data-driven decisions, collaborating with users and IT team...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Develop and maintain internal business applications to enhance operational efficiency and support data-driven decisions. Collaborate with users and IT to implement solutions that align with business p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$105K - $150K *

Champion data excellence by leading a dynamic engineering team to design, implement, and optimize data infrastructures, ensuring alignment with strategic goals while fostering innovation and collabora...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate robust SaaS platforms by collaborating with cross-functional teams, building and enhancing features, and delivering customer-centric solutions throughout the development lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $104K *

Transform project execution by owning the full lifecycle from coordination to closeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure scope, schedule, and budget are met while maintaining customer satisfac...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

Lead the charge in full lifecycle project execution, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence while fostering strong customer relationships and cross-functional collaboration for successful outc...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

Explore a dynamic role managing project lifecycles from initiation to closeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and budget while fostering strong customer relat...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $104K *

Drive project success by managing full lifecycle execution, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence while fostering strong customer relationships and cross-functional collaboration for optimal...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving growth by developing strategic relationships with key corporate clients. This role focuses on customer acquisition and requires a proactive approach to sales and business de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our organization by driving growth strategies and fostering relationships with key decision-makers. Lead initiatives to enhance customer acquisition and develop tailored solutio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $95K *

Drive successful industrial real estate projects from entitlement to lease-up. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring alignment with operational standards and local ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Support and manage industrial real estate development projects from entitlement to lease-up, ensuring alignment with design and operational standards while coordinating with teams and consultants to d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive business development and territory management in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise to build client relationships, influence decision-making, and achieve growth goals wh...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Engage with clients and prospects to drive business growth in the RIA channel. Leverage your expertise in financial services and territory management to build lasting relationships and influence advis...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $150K *

Lead business development efforts in the RIA channel, driving client acquisition and territory growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance client relationships and deliver comprehensive solution...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading requirements management for technology integration initiatives, ensuring alignment with mission goals and operational priorities while facilitating stakeholder engagement a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform user experiences by developing a bilingual, mobile-first reporting application, ensuring accessibility and seamless interaction for both public users and healthcare providers, while collabor...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in software delivery by directing architecture, engineering, and Agile teams to ensure secure, high-quality software solutions meet operational readiness and stakeholder needs across m...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $150K *

Elevate federal agency operations by automating complex workflows and scaling cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to ensure resilient, secure, and optimized environments, driving mission-crit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic business development and marketing initiatives. Drive growth through relationship-building, pipeline management, and brand strategy while collaborating across tea...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $200K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Appian Developer, tackling complex BPM challenges. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize high-performance applications while mentoring junior develop...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore the future of business applications by architecting scalable ERP, CRM, and manufacturing systems. Lead AI integration and define target architecture to enhance operational efficiency and suppo...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$350K - $500K+*

Drive the full development lifecycle for diverse projects, from site selection to stabilization. Lead a team, manage budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing business operations through innovative Mendix application development, focusing on enterprise solutions that streamline processes and improve data accessibili...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Application Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Application Development sets direction for software application development and delivery. They typically lead teams, manage application portfolios, coordinate with business and technology stakeholders, and oversee quality, security, and performance.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Application Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for extensive software development experience, a history of leading technical teams, and knowledge of architecture, cloud technologies, security, and delivery practices. Requirements vary by employer and industry.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Application Development?question toggle

    Strategic planning, software architecture, team leadership, stakeholder communication, budgeting, and program management are valuable. Experience managing application modernization and ensuring secure, reliable delivery may also be relevant.

  • How much do Director of Application Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer, experience, and the scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Director of Application Development jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Director of Application Development openings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.