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.

Find Director of Engineering Jobs on Ladders

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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$139K - $250K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by designing secure architectures and leading initiatives to protect systems and infrastructure. Drive improvements in security posture while collaborating with teams...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$214K - $309K *

Optimize our Kubernetes platform as you lead initiatives that enhance reliability and scalability across cloud and on-premises settings. Collaborate with teams to achieve critical goals while mentorin...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$181K - $278K *

Empower high-impact MLOps initiatives by leading a team in designing scalable ML infrastructures and optimizing cloud operations. Drive collaboration across disciplines to enhance AI training and infe...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI integration by leading complex projects, bridging technical teams and leadership. Drive Agile methodologies, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables in a dynamic environmen...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $175K *

Empower progress at the forefront of data product management, leading the development of innovative solutions. Drive product success through strategic oversight, client engagement, and cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $100K *

Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $220K *

Drive the strategy and roadmap for enterprise-scale Computer Vision solutions, collaborating with internal teams to define requirements and ensure successful adoption of AI models across product portf...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of cloud-native infrastructure, leading initiatives in AWS, Kubernetes, and Terraform. Enhance automation, optimize costs, and enforce security while mentoring teams to elevate Dev...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$317K - $475K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of contact center solutions. Lead a global team, engage with enterprise customers, and drive technical strategy while delivering innovative solutions that address...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $191K *

Lead operational health initiatives by optimizing processes and driving efficiency within Engineering, Product, and Design teams. Collaborate across functions to enhance productivity and implement dat...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $143K *

Drive operational excellence as a Program Manager, enhancing EPD processes and collaboration. Leverage data insights to identify trends, improve efficiency, and support cross-functional teams in a dyn...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $205K *

Drive financial excellence by delivering insights and analysis for the Field Service organization. Collaborate across departments to enhance forecasting, budgeting, and operational efficiency while su...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $225K *

Join us in driving the design and implementation of scalable systems, leading architectural decisions, mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality software soluti...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive strategic leadership in electrical engineering, overseeing project execution and team development while ensuring quality and compliance across multidisciplinary projects. Foster collaboration an...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $120K *

Join us to lead a dynamic software engineering team, driving innovation in fleet management technology. You'll mentor developers, oversee the software delivery lifecycle, and contribute hands-on to co...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise software sales across North America. Own customer relationships, expand accounts, and collaborate with partners to achieve commercial success while managing comp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at shaping the Exterior Signage business, leading cross-functional teams, driving customer satisfaction, financial performance, and operational excellence, while developing high-pe...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by driving new business growth in enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in IT sales to identify key opportunities, build trusted relationships, and deliver strategic solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of smart transportation by leading product security initiatives. You'll safeguard our platforms and devices, ensuring robust security practices and driving risk m...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $200K *

Engage as a Senior Backend Software Engineer, driving innovation in Go-based backend systems and contributing to the OpenTDF project, ensuring data security solutions for enterprise and federal client...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $275K *

Lead and inspire a global team of networking and security professionals, driving operational excellence and service delivery in managed and MSSP environments. Shape strategic roadmaps and foster high...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $152K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative electrical systems for energy projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to create code-compliant solutions focused on efficiency and reliability across...

Little Rock, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.