Director of Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Engineering opportunities with organizations seeking experienced technology leaders. On Ladders, discover vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, including roles guiding engineering teams, shaping technical strategy, and delivering reliable products and platforms.

What Does a Director of Engineering Do?

Directors of Engineering lead teams and managers responsible for building and maintaining software, systems, or digital products. They partner with product, design, security, and business leaders to set priorities, guide architecture and delivery, develop engineering talent, and ensure teams meet goals for quality, reliability, and scale. Responsibilities vary by company and may include managing budgets, hiring, performance planning, and communicating progress to senior leadership.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a record of leading engineering teams and delivering complex technical initiatives. Valuable strengths include people management, strategic planning, software development lifecycle expertise, cloud and distributed systems knowledge, architecture judgment, and clear communication. Depending on the organization, experience in areas such as data engineering, cybersecurity, AI, or enterprise platforms may also be important.

Director of Engineering Career Opportunities

Director roles are available across industries and technical specialties, from SaaS and financial services to healthcare, retail, and telecommunications. Common paths include leading application engineering, infrastructure, platform, data, or product engineering organizations. Search current openings on Ladders to find senior engineering leadership opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions where your leadership experience and technical background can make an impact.

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$250K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategy and innovation in web3 technologies. Shape the future of decentralized systems while ensuring top-tier security and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Innovate the engineering landscape by leading diverse teams in web, mobile, and data sectors. Drive technical excellence, promote AI integration, and ensure top-tier performance. Collaborate cross-fun...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software engineering efforts, driving scalable, secure applications for federal solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle mission-critical challenges in...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in defining engineering strategies and managing dynamic ML teams. Drive impactful solutions that safeguard users on a global scale, ensuring safety and integrity across platforms while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Advance your career by leading multi-disciplinary teams to develop AI-driven solutions that ensure safety and integrity across platforms, tackling complex challenges while fostering a culture of innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse teams of ML engineers to innovate and execute multi-team strategies. Drive impactful engineering solutions for safety and integrity on large-scale platforms, foster...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$325K - $370K *

Join a team that's redefining data center operations by leading GPU infrastructure and fleet management. Drive automation, enhance reliability, and scale operations in a high-growth environment while...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $370K *

Join a dynamic team to lead GPU and data center infrastructure, driving operational excellence and automation. Shape the future of our neocloud platform by enhancing fleet reliability and scaling oper...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Pioneer an innovative engineering culture by leading and scaling high-performing teams while integrating AI tools and practices to enhance delivery and impact aligned with organizational goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$193K - $265K *

Join a team that's transforming mechanical engineering for cryogenic systems. Lead the design and delivery of precision assemblies, scale the engineering organization, and drive innovative product dev...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$395K - $414K *

Empower team success by leading FIN Engineering to ensure accurate, reliable, and secure payment processes. Drive a high-performance culture while overseeing multi-year engineering roadmaps and techni...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative products that meet safety, quality, and cost targets while nurturing talent and driving continuous improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of enterprise GRC by leading engineering teams to deliver accurate, reliable AI-driven solutions. Drive architectural decisions, enhance team capabilities, and ensure rapid deployment...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $230K *

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization to deliver cutting-edge space systems. Oversee execution from concept to operations, ensuring high-quality, mission-ready solutions while fostering te...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $350K *

Champion R&D initiatives, driving hardware and software development to achieve technological readiness. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for robot...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Build innovative solutions by leading hardware and software development teams, ensuring high-quality systems design and reliability. Drive technical excellence and foster collaboration to achieve proj...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$197K - $221K *

Shape the future of energy-efficient data centers by leading mechanical engineering initiatives, overseeing project designs, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate closely with stakeholders...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation as the technical expert in new product development, leading cross-functional teams to explore market opportunities while mentoring junior engineers and guiding sustaining projects to...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Explore a leadership role driving engineering solutions, enhancing customer relations and fostering innovation in equipment design, all within a collaborative team environment. Make a significant impa...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$190K - $210K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading high-performing teams to deliver reliable, maintainable software solutions while fostering collaboration across engineering, product, and QA functio...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $292K *

Champion the manufacturing engineering function, driving strategy and innovation to ensure high-quality production of electromechanical defense systems. Lead a dynamic team, optimize processes, and en...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading day-to-day functions and strategic initiatives. Drive production efficiency, manage P&L, and collaborate with senior leadership to achieve business goals and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate innovation by leading engineering teams in cutting-edge web, mobile, and cloud solutions. Collaborate globally to deliver top-tier digital products while implementing strategic project mana...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations engineering for data centers, driving technical strategy, reliability improvements, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance performance and operational e...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate engineering outcomes by leading global software teams in semiconductor integration and testing, ensuring robust solutions through hands-on development and strategic alignment with product mana...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Engineering leads engineering teams and managers, sets technical and delivery priorities, develops talent, and partners with other departments to deliver and maintain products, software, or platforms.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial engineering experience, a history of leading teams, strong communication and planning skills, and expertise in relevant technologies or systems.

  • What is the difference between a Director of Engineering and a VP of Engineering?question toggle

    A Director of Engineering typically leads one or more teams or a defined engineering function. A VP of Engineering generally has broader organizational responsibility and may oversee multiple directors, larger budgets, and company-wide engineering strategy. Titles and scope differ by employer.

  • How much do Director of Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, company size, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check each listing for its stated compensation details.

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    Browse Director of Engineering listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.