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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$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...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$219K - $279K *

Lead and inspire a team of electrical engineers in developing innovative consumer products, driving excellence from concept through production, ensuring quality and compliance across global standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $215K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a dynamic embedded engineering team, driving firmware development for next-gen wearables from prototype to production while ensuring high standards and collabo...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading DevOps and cloud engineering initiatives that enhance secure, scalable solutions in a dynamic financial services landscape while collaborating with cross-functional te...

4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $185K *

Join as a Principal Engineer to lead mechanical engineering for data center projects. Drive innovation, solve complex challenges, and mentor teams while influencing cross-functional initiatives and en...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Inspire and lead two teams to enhance onboarding experiences for users and AI agents, driving adoption and activation on the platform while fostering growth and development within your teams and acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the onboarding experience for human and AI agents by leading innovative UX and engineering teams. Drive growth through strategic roadmap ownership, hands-on leadership, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Champion growth by leading a global team in performance computing power. Drive technical relationships with AI customers, oversee processes for rapid customer engagement, and ensure a robust reference...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$296K - $414K *

Join a dynamic team to modernize the Experience Platform for the AI era, leading a global organization to enhance internal developer experiences and drive innovative engineering practices across multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$278K - $390K *

Join a team that's modernizing the Experience Platform for the AI era, leading a global organization to enhance platform engineering practices and drive innovation in travel technology for internal de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$209K - $234K *

Lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge technology systems, ensuring project success through collaboration with diverse teams. Oversee all phases from planning to execution, driving quality...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $203K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic team focused on innovation and excellence. Collaborate with experts to drive impactful projects and enhance your skills in a supportive environment that values...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $272K *

Empower project success by leading innovative cost and schedule solutions across large strategic programs. Drive change and collaboration to enhance project delivery and ensure effective execution wit...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Tackle complex product development projects by leading multidisciplinary teams, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and engineering standards while fostering collaboration and maintaining pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading engineering initiatives and teams in a high-mix precision manufacturing environment. Drive process improvements, enhance productivity, and foster collaboration...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$166K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering leadership by driving innovation, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality development processes. Collaborate with diverse stakehol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence in manufacturing. Lead and support production processes, manage budgets, and ensure safety compliance while developing a skilled engineering team to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$334K - $500K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product engineering by leading a dynamic group of software engineers. Drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Shape the future by leading a dynamic Product Engineering team, driving innovation and collaboration to deliver impactful, scalable products that enhance user experiences and meet business goals in a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing engineering team, driving product vision and strategy while delivering scalable, privacy-conscious solutions that enhance user experiences and achieve busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product engineering by leading a dynamic group of software engineers. Drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.