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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$150K - $180K *

Transform architecture strategy in a leading healthcare organization, driving innovation and collaboration across IT infrastructure while ensuring alignment with business and regulatory standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $190K *

Transform business opportunities by building relationships and driving initial sales. Leverage existing networks and databases to create qualified leads, nurture prospects, and ensure seamless handoff...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $160K *

Transform your leadership skills by guiding a dynamic software team to create innovative solutions that drive business success and enhance user experience in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $160K *

Transform software development by leading a dynamic team to create innovative solutions that drive business success. Collaborate with Agile teams to align technical strategies with organizational goal...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $160K *

Lead and develop a high-performing software team, delivering innovative solutions that align with business goals while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration across Agile team...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $160K *

Transform the future of software development by leading a dynamic team, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional Agile teams to align technology with business goals...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$121K - $160K *

Drive a high-performing software development team to create innovative solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise applications by leading the S/4HANA strategy, driving innovation, and ensuring business outcomes through effective governance and team leadership in a dynamic environmen...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$122K - $177K *

Unlock potential by leading HRIS strategy and optimization, overseeing a team to enhance Workday and UKG systems. Drive transformation and collaboration across HR, Finance, and Operations for impactfu...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Lead the charge in developing and customizing critical business applications. Drive technical solutions, mentor team members, and enhance system integrations while ensuring data integrity and process...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$84K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and enhancing enterprise applications, optimizing existing solutions, and tackling technical challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver h...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic technology initiatives by managing a team of business analysts, ensuring effective project execution, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance org...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $135K *

Leverage your established CRE relationships to drive business growth, accelerate deal cycles, and close multi-site partnerships across key U.S. markets. Collaborate with internal teams to refine strat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $303K *

Drive innovative product development programs through effective leadership and strategic management, overseeing all phases from conception to market launch while ensuring cross-functional collaboratio...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $140K *

Empower teams by developing innovative applications and tools that enhance data analysis, curation, and visualization capabilities, while collaborating across departments to integrate advanced technol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive mobile engineering excellence across diverse product teams, ensuring strategic direction, fostering collaboration, and enhancing delivery. Lead managers, shape architecture, and cultivate a prod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your skills in application development to enhance community services through innovative backend systems and integrations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$180K - $195K *

Shape the future of land development by leading complex projects from site evaluation to stabilization. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage entitlements, and ensure compliance while driving innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$146K - $177K *

Champion the transformation of corporate technology delivery, leading integration and optimization across critical business systems. Leverage deep expertise to drive efficiency and performance in cros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence. Lead technology strategy and delivery for a multi-squad portfolio, driving modernization and operational success while fostering talent a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $185K *

Elevate your career by leading Agile delivery management for large-scale projects. You will oversee technical execution across multiple scrum teams, manage risks, and ensure project commitments align...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $185K *

Join our team to lead technical delivery management for multiple Agile workstreams. You'll coordinate resources, mitigate risks, and ensure successful program execution while collaborating with cross...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing construction projects from inception to closeout, ensuring adherence to budgets, schedules, and safety regulations while fostering effective collaboration among teams and s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.