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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$85K - $110K *

Drive enterprise-level systems engineering efforts to manage virtualization and storage platforms. Collaborate with teams to design scalable solutions and ensure optimal performance, all while fosteri...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence across multiple manufacturing sites, optimizing operational performance and driving strategic initiatives to enhance reliability, efficiency, and technical al...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Optimize operational efficiency by managing staffing, scheduling, and vendor agreements. Enable technical leaders to focus on strategic priorities while ensuring smooth team coordination and delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end development of UL 891-compliant low-voltage switchboards. Your expertise will drive innovation while managing a diverse engineering team to meet the demands of modern data centers...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$213K - $378K *

Drive innovation as a key leader, shaping the vision for cloud-based agricultural intelligence. Build a high-performing team, architect scalable data systems, and collaborate across sectors to deliver...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career as you lead mechanical design for diverse machinery projects. Collaborate with customers and multidisciplinary teams to create effective automation solutions that meet technical sp...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $246K *

Transform how manufacturing is automated and connected across multiple sites. Lead the strategy for next-gen technologies in healthcare, industrial, and aerospace sectors, driving significant improvem...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $246K *

Empower the future of manufacturing by leading innovative automation and digital strategies across multiple sites, enhancing operations through advanced technologies and fostering a high-performing en...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $246K *

Lead automation and digital manufacturing initiatives, transforming strategies across multiple sites to enhance efficiency and technology integration, while mentoring a skilled engineering team, creat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Oversee engineering functions for product development, ensuring design accuracy and compliance. Collaborate with teams to improve processes, manage resources, and drive innovation in a supportive envi...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative electrical engineering projects, manage multidisciplinary collaboration, and ensure code compliance while mentoring junior staff in a fast-paced environment focu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading engineering initiatives that shape product design and manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance across all engineering and production stages...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $127K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative mechanical systems while mentoring junior engineers. Oversee project management and ensure high-quality engineering solutions. Shape and enhance processes throu...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining internal systems engineering. You will lead, inspire, and develop engineers while driving critical platform initiatives across identity, access, and ITSM, ensuring effect...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Support and lead agile project managers in engineering operations, driving delivery governance and organizational alignment to enhance team effectiveness and improve operating processes across Technol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the management and delivery of capital projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals while nurturing business relationships and driving performance across diverse teams...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$184K - $194K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering initiatives, driving innovation and program execution, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance complex technical projects and achieve business g...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the Project Management landscape by providing strategic leadership, ensuring operational excellence and client satisfaction while aligning resources across departments for impactful project...

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

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of high-voltage transmission by overseeing design and project management from concept to construction, driving excellence through collaboration, technical review, and stakeholder enga...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading security engineering efforts in a fast-paced, AI-driven environment. Manage application security, cloud infrastructure, and incident response while building a scalable, han...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a cutting-edge security framework, leveraging AI tools across application, infrastructure, and identity domains. Drive strategic direction while remaining hands-on to enhance security for fas...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence as you lead CNC programming and manufacturing engineering in a fast-paced, precision-focused environment. Optimize processes, enhance safety, and foster team development w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$206K - $258K *

Lead our frontend engineering team to deliver impactful user experiences and drive product excellence. Partner closely with cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of craft and mentorship, co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $235K *

Transform mechanical engineering with a lead role in designing cutting-edge fusion systems, overseeing component integration, and ensuring high-performance metrics through a multi-disciplinary approac...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$215K - $260K *

Drive the future of data engineering by leading a high-performing team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to define technical strategies and ensure operational excellence while fostering grow...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.