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.
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.
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.
Director of Software Engineering
$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...
Today
Manager, Design Engineering Structures
$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
$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...
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Director, Engineering (Public Cloud Infrastructure)
$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...
Reposted yesterday
$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
$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
Assistant Director of Engineering
$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
$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...
3 weeks ago
$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
Director, Engineering Project Management
$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
$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
$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
$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
$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...
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Associate Director of Production
$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
Director, Analytics Engineering
$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
$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
Programming Engineering Manager
$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
Engineering Manager, Full Stack & Data
$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...
1 week ago
Director, Security Engineering
$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
Director, Security Engineering
$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
$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...
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Vice President, R&D Engineering
$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
Sustaining Software Engineering Manager
$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
Director of Engineering, Consumer Products & Platforms
$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
What is the average salary for Director of Engineering jobs?
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?
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?
You can browse through the Ladders ‘Director of Engineering’ category to see a list of top-tier job postings from established companies.