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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$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative Network Observability products, driving strategy from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that empower operators to op...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead project management efforts for complex land development projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality execution. Collaborate with teams to manage scopes, schedules, and budgets while fostering c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$166K - $238K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers in cloud operations, driving reliability and automation. Collaborate across departments to optimize performance and enhance mission-critical services for government cl...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $297K *

Empower your career by leading innovative marketing strategies that drive growth and enhance brand visibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize campaigns and achieve revenue goals i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$69K - $93K *

Champion customer engagement by leveraging technical expertise to identify and implement innovative IoT solutions, enhancing operational efficiency across various industries. Collaborate with sales te...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and testing systems-level software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet operational specifications and enhance SAP functionali...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial planning and analysis, driving insights and recommendations for executive leadership. Oversee forecasting, reporting, and team development to enhance business pe...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $303K *

Innovate with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, shaping a scalable AI-powered knowledge graph platform that enhances data quality and drives impactful user experiences across multiple app...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $195K *

Drive the development of the Hypori app for Windows while enhancing iOS and Android functionalities. Collaborate in an agile environment, focusing on secure software practices, troubleshooting, and de...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career as a technical leader, architecting scalable systems and driving DevOps initiatives. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product reliability and mentor engineers while en...

Nye, MTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and portfolio growth, ensuring customer satisfaction and seamless delivery across innovative projects. Collaborate with sales and project teams to ele...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $200K *

Champion the design and development of AI-driven security solutions, enhancing autonomous investigation capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to address customer needs and impro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock growth by leading sales initiatives and driving new opportunities in Salesforce services. Collaborate with teams to develop strategic solutions, manage client relationships, and exceed revenue...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Pioneer the execution of large-scale datacenter projects, driving profitability and strategic growth. Lead a high-performing team while managing complex stakeholder relationships and ensuring operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $269K *

Transform your career by architecting scalable systems in a dynamic engineering environment. As a technical leader, you will guide innovative solutions across multiple teams, ensuring high-performance...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $300K *

Elevate your career as a staff frontend software engineer, driving innovative user experiences across AI applications, app builders, and marketing pages while collaborating in a fast-paced, excellence...

San Francisco, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize program delivery by leading complex projects from proposal to execution. Drive cross-functional collaboration, manage budgets, and ensure customer commitments are met while mentoring junior p...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Transform the future of business development by identifying and shaping new market segments, building strategic relationships, and driving innovative opportunities that enhance growth and collaboratio...

New York City, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $207K *

Shape the future of biology by leading creative initiatives that elevate our brand. Collaborate closely with leadership to craft compelling narratives and visuals, while managing a growing team and bu...

Emeryville, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $98K *

Shape the future of AEC workflows by leading product ownership and Agile delivery for an Engineering Tools team. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to prioritize needs, validate outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower a transformative team as you enhance employer benefits through elegant full stack engineering, delivering scalable, secure systems for seamless financial interactions across diverse platforms...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $156K *

Elevate strategic decision-making by managing integrated program plans, ensuring accurate portfolio data, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by spearheading enterprise-level distribution center operations, enhancing design, scalability, and safety through data-driven analytics, cross-functional collaboration, and continuou...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 month ago

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

$100K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex, technically sophisticated projects, focusing on data centers. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure project alignment with client goals, budgets, and sch...

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

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.