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.

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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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$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team as a technology leader driving architecture strategy and execution for scalable SaaS platforms. Contribute to the unification and modernization of systems while fostering a culture...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Drive innovation by leading the architectural vision and execution for scalable SaaS platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally, streamline systems, and empower a global team to achieve technical excel...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform the future of engineering by defining architectural strategy and leading technical innovation. Drive scalable platform consolidation and cultivate a culture of excellence across a global tea...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $164K *

Shape your career by leading high-impact, multi-million dollar structural projects in a dynamic, hybrid working environment. Drive project success through effective stakeholder management, financial t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $256K *

Drive efficient delivery of capital projects from inception to start-up, leading design, construction, and validation efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, budget adherence, and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$225K - $275K *

Lead the charge in driving business development strategies, fostering client relationships, and guiding a high-performing team to achieve growth objectives in the aerospace and space sectors. Collabor...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $170K *

Lead the Manufacturing Engineering team to enhance production efficiency, drive innovation in technology, and ensure high-quality outputs in manufacturing operations. Collaborate across departments to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and delivery of robust financial systems, leading a skilled team through complex challenges, while ensuring high-quality standards in production-grade software and effective collab...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $167K *

Transform your future by leading a dynamic team of electrical engineers in our Mission Critical Department. Elevate project outcomes while driving accountability, fostering growth, and cultivating inn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading civil engineering projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and driving business development in...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by leading civil engineering initiatives from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and fostering bus...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Help us drive innovative data center projects from conception to completion. Oversee multi-disciplinary teams while ensuring client satisfaction and project delivery, reinforcing our reputation in the...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Invent and lead the future of enterprise architecture and engineering, driving technical decisions and team management in a dynamic environment. Transform complex systems into scalable, secure solutio...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $204K *

Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Drive the evolution of a high-performing engineering team, overseeing software and data architecture while managing program delivery. Lead with vision to integrate AI tools, ensuring robust technical...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Lead software and machine learning teams to build an intuitive interface that simplifies computing, guiding product delivery while mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $290K *

Join a team that's redefining data platforms, leading architecture and engineering efforts while shaping and scaling a reliable, next-generation data warehouse for analytics and machine learning capab...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a cutting-edge team leading mechanical designs for critical data center projects, ensuring tenant cooling solutions meet engineering standards and customer needs while mentoring a team of designe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $134K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive new product development and enhance cust...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team in developing software systems for connected medical devices, ensuring a safe and delightful user experience while navigating compliance and rapi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Elevate manufacturing excellence by overseeing production operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring quality in engineered wood products. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize resources, and inspire...

4 days ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Empower customer success by providing expert technical support and training. Collaborate with R&D to enhance product development and ensure seamless customer interactions through effective troubleshoo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$197K - $296K *

Empower project success by leading diverse teams, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery of rail and transit projects while fostering innovation and collaboration across all levels...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $148K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AEC software by leading engineering talent and enhancing workflows. Drive innovation in Autodesk Revit add-ins and tools while fostering a collaborative enviro...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Deliver exceptional project leadership for complex manufacturing programs. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality product delivery while maintaining customer satisfaction and compl...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.