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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$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...

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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

Yesterday

  •   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

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  •   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

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise AI initiatives by leading client engagements, mentoring teams, and driving innovative solutions. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to turn data into business value while fosterin...

Detroit, MIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$88K - $154K *

Explore a pivotal role in advancing nuclear engineering through research and collaboration. Lead innovative projects, enhance safety protocols, and drive improvements in fuel cycle technology while ma...

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1 month ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing workplace design and construction projects, ensuring operational readiness and accountability across multiple sites while optimizing budgets and vendor performance for succ...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $224K *

Optimize advanced high-speed communications modem solutions for space and terrestrial applications. Lead system architecture, manage requirements, and provide technical direction across multidisciplin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $220K *

Lead the charge in optimizing pre-award operations, ensuring alignment among key functions to convert opportunities into executable product solutions. Foster cross-departmental collaboration while man...

California City, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$124K - $170K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions for healthcare, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance patient care and meet customer needs through cutting-edge technology and creative problem-s...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagement as a Solutions Engineer, driving technical strategy and growth within existing accounts. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions and strengt...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $213K *

Transform product-led growth by crafting data-driven strategies, enhancing customer experiences with AI, and driving account expansion through collaboration and experimentation across teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Oversee global EPC proposal processes for Battery Energy Storage Systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions while driving continuous improveme...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Elevate project success by managing VDC planning and execution across all phases, leading teams, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering client relationships, while integrating innovative technology...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $240K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions while mentoring a talented engineering team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to enhance product quality and drive strategic vendor rela...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$250K - $349K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction for Core DevOps, improving CI/CD systems while driving productivity, quality, and AI innovations in a fast-paced environment impacting millions of users...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K *

Champion a hands-on team of engineers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Guide technical design, develop talent, and manage client relationships while ensuring effective engagement delivery a...

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3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $500K+*

Engage in cutting-edge verification methodologies to drive scalable solutions across blocks and systems, ensuring robust validation at the chip level. Champion verification execution, planning, and cl...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.