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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$110K - $140K *

Play a key role in driving AI security product initiatives from concept to launch, ensuring alignment across teams, defining requirements, and gathering customer insights to optimize the product roadm...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $133K *

Innovate and enhance user experiences by developing and maintaining web portal applications and databases. Collaborate with stakeholders to create efficient interfaces and decision support tools that...

4 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower product innovation by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to define requirements, prioritize solutions, and drive measurable outcomes in chemical and workp...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead product initiatives by transforming complex challenges into actionable solutions, collaborating across teams to prioritize and deliver impactful outcomes in chemical and workplace safety, while d...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming complex challenges into innovative product solutions. You'll lead initiatives in Chemical & Workplace Safety, collaborating across functions to drive measu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform product strategy in Chemical & Workplace Safety by leading initiatives from discovery to delivery. Collaborate across teams to balance customer needs and business goals, driving measurable o...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Champion innovative solutions by designing robust, cloud-native architectures and leading engineering teams to create scalable systems across diverse platforms in a dynamic, greenfield environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $247K *

Engage with Enterprise customers to drive revenue growth, manage sales pipelines, and build trusted relationships. Utilize strong communication skills to exceed sales targets and deliver tailored soft...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team of Application Developers. Lead the design and development of enterprise-level applications, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to drive innovation and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $188K *

Join a team that's driving client conversion initiatives in Back Office Accounting and Custody. Lead project management efforts, streamline operations, and foster collaboration to enhance client relat...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $162K *

Join a dynamic multi-cloud platform engineering team to design, develop, and enhance software systems. Collaborate with peers to innovate solutions that drive the adoption of cloud-based technologies...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $195K *

Pioneer the development and deployment of multi-cloud platform services. Collaborate in architecture design, enhance systems, and support seamless adoption of Workday solutions while working closely w...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$151K - $186K *

Transform complex application challenges into effective solutions while collaborating with partners to enhance mainframe systems. Drive automation and incident resolution in a hybrid work environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $170K *

Empower a high-performing Tier 1 Technical Customer Care team, driving operational excellence and strategic direction in a fast-paced environment. Ensure exceptional customer experiences through effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and real-time ins...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform. Drive innovation, manage global engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data cent...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, driving architecture and global engineering teams to deliver real-time insights and operational excellence across data centers, while collaboratin...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform. Drive innovation in cloud-native architecture, manage global teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions that optimize data center operations and enhance real-time mo...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge DCIM platform, driving global engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure while ensuring operational excellence and alignmen...

3 weeks ago

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

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform, overseeing global teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure ope...

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $135K *

Elevate business analysis by leading requirements elicitation, guiding teams, and utilizing AI tools for enhanced documentation. Collaborate within a dynamic team to drive project success and foster c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion logistics excellence by overseeing multi-location warehouse operations, managing vendor relationships, and leading a dynamic logistics team to support seamless program execution nationwide. B...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.