Director of Engineering Jobs at Ladders

Unlock a wide array of high-quality, vetted Director of Engineering positions that offer a substantial starting salary of $100,000 or more. At Ladders, we showcase jobs in rapidly scaling companies and industry leaders looking to engage top-tier talent. You can tailor your search to match your specific career goals and salary expectations.

What to Expect as a Director of Engineering

As a Director of Engineering, you'll spearhead product development, manage teams, and strategize to ensure invariably high quality of expected engineering deliverables. You'll work closely with other key stakeholders such as product managers, architects, and C-level executives.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Typically, the role of a Director of Engineering requires a strong technical background, proficiency in project management, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies.

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$155K - $185K *

Lead, modernize, and scale an engineering organization by enhancing software delivery, fostering team development, and advancing responsible AI adoption to deliver secure, high-quality enterprise appl...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading a composite structures design team for eVTOL aircraft, guiding innovation and performance while ensuring compliance with aviation standards. Drive team success through ment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Join us to lead a high-performing engineering team that drives the technical vision, fosters collaboration, and ensures delivery of scalable, secure platforms. Shape the future of technology and culti...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure by leading engineering teams to deliver scalable, innovative solutions in a remote-first environment. Enhance our technology landscape while fosterin...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead a talented mobile engineering team to develop and enhance our app, ensuring high-quality product delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor engineers, and influence architecture while maint...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive electronics design efforts, innovate component selection, and ensure high-speed performance. Collaborate cross-functionally and maintain stringent documentation for optimal efficiency and breakt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Transform healthcare operations by leading engineering functions, driving strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing team performance to achieve organizational excellence in a dynamic h...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead the design and integration of high-speed rail facilities, ensuring compliance with program objectives and regulatory requirements while overseeing multidisciplinary teams in a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in overseeing engineering assignments across product development, ensuring technical support, guiding design, and enhancing team collaboration while maintaining high standards in safet...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $224K *

Lead and oversee complex engineering projects, ensuring alignment with strategic initiatives. Partner with multidisciplinary teams to manage resources, solve problems, and deliver outstanding results...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to technical excellence in structural design. Lead projects from concept to construction, mentor engineering staff, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance...

1 week ago

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

$164K - $274K *

Join us to design and enhance large-scale distributed systems. You will own system performance, scalability, and operational excellence while tackling complex backend challenges and driving engineerin...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing resources and timelines, ensuring client satisfaction while aligning with best practices in project methodology and communication. Drive improvements and oversee a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $125K *

Champion production excellence by leading engineering initiatives for grooving and milling operations in CMP polishing pad manufacturing, driving safety and efficiency improvements while supporting pr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Transform operations by overseeing production control and support, ensuring efficient resource allocation and adherence to safety standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance manufacturing pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$270K - $330K *

Lead and architect our Analytics Engineering strategy to ensure scalable, reliable data infrastructure. Mentor a high-performing team while aligning analytics efforts with business goals and managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Seeking a senior technologist to architect scalable SaaS systems, influence company-level architecture, and mentor engineering teams while driving cross-functional initiatives to enhance overall perfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the CNC Programming Department, overseeing programming quality and readiness for manufacturing operations. Manage a team, ensuring technical support for production while guiding new part introduc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Drive the growth and direction of cross-functional engineering teams, guiding talent to achieve ambitious goals while ensuring robust data architecture and infrastructure, all in a collaborative, incl...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$334K - $500K *

Drive your career forward by leading Security Engineering initiatives, overseeing teams across multiple sites, and collaborating with executives to enhance Snap's platform security and integrity while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$334K - $500K *

Transform security engineering by leading a high-performing team focused on establishing a secure infrastructure, partnering with senior executives to enhance platform and application security initiat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Champion the engineering excellence as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading high-performing teams in AI-assisted software development, architecture, and delivery while fostering a culture of accounta...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform technology leadership by driving R&D initiatives and collaborating with customers. Foster innovation, ensure compliance, and shape industry trends while mentoring talent for organizational g...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $145K *

Lead the charge in sustaining software quality and stability by managing a skilled engineering team. Ensure effective bug fixes, maintenance, and regulatory compliance while coordinating urgent issues...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Drive innovation and excellence in consumer technology, leading a global team to deliver high-impact, user-friendly platforms while optimizing performance and collaboration across engineering, product...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the average salary for Director of Engineering jobs?question toggle

    The average salary for Director of Engineering jobs really depends on the experience, location, and the size and scope of the company. Generally, salaries can range from $100,000 to well over $200,000.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Director of Engineering?question toggle

    Most Director of Engineering positions require technical experience and relevant degrees in fields like computer science or engineering. Management experience, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and business acumen are also generally expected.

  • Where can I find Director of Engineering jobs?question toggle

    You can browse through the Ladders ‘Director of Engineering’ category to see a list of top-tier job postings from established companies.