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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$160K - $200K *

Elevate engineering outcomes by leading global software teams in semiconductor integration and testing, ensuring robust solutions through hands-on development and strategic alignment with product mana...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of platform engineering by leading a high-performing team, setting strategic priorities, and ensuring operational excellence across foundational engineering functions in a dynamic, gr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence, overseeing maintenance, project execution, and team development to enhance guest satisfaction and financial performance while ensuring compliance with safety...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $259K *

Shape the future of manufacturing engineering by leading a large team to enhance automation, reliability, and operational performance in a regulated environment. Drive strategic initiatives and foster...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative workforce products, guiding a dynamic team to enhance user access frameworks and policies while collaborating closely with Product Managers to drive project su...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Take ownership of engineering and quality leadership across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with ASME and TSSA standards. Drive team development, oversee critical designs, and enhance operati...

Cambridge, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering and quality initiatives across multiple facilities. Drive compliance with ASME standards, develop teams, and engage directly with customers to ensure product...

Woodstock, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Oversee engineering and quality leadership across multiple facilities, ensuring compliance with ASME and TSSA standards. Drive team development, manage budgets, and enhance operational efficiency whil...

Stratford, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $165K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading and mentoring a diverse team, establishing best practices, and overseeing product development from concept to manufacturing, ensuring alignment with customer ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $158K *

Lead engineering initiatives by overseeing design and commissioning teams, ensuring timely project delivery and compliance. Foster strong client relationships while managing multiple projects in a dyn...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$136K - $175K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to design and commission innovative projects, ensuring client satisfaction while maintaining project timelines and quality standards. Cultivate relationships with clien...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$220K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of engineering operations and strategy, driving high-impact decisions and managing a multi-million dollar budget while fostering collaboration and innovation in...

Today

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

$160K - $190K *

Optimize reliability strategies from LCM failure studies to customer sign-off. Lead a team, design qualification processes, and drive system-level improvements while presenting findings to clients in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$216K - $318K *

Drive innovation as you lead engineering teams to build and scale Life360's critical platforms. Ensure reliability and security while fostering a culture of accountability and technical excellence for...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines using Azure, PySpark, and Airflow. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality and performance while mentoring engineers and drivi...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in manufacturing processes from NPI to high-volume production. Lead engineering teams to enhance quality, cost, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fo...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $280K *

Join our innovative fintech team as a senior leader, driving engineering excellence and shaping the future of our brokerage platform through strategic architecture and high-performance solutions...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$225K - $265K *

Partner with us to lead a high-performing engineering team, driving innovation and efficiency in our travel marketplace. You'll manage project lifecycles, enhance collaboration, and champion a custome...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Transform edge AI solutions by leading a talented engineering team. Drive the strategy for embedded systems and machine learning, ensuring impactful deployment of intelligent safety features for real...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive the engineering vision and execution for a cutting-edge platform, leading a team to enhance cloud infrastructure, data systems, and developer experience while ensuring reliability and scalabilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $290K *

Champion innovation by leading Product Engineering teams to enhance member, clinical, and care delivery experiences. Drive high-quality delivery while staying hands-on with AI-assisted coding workflow...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a leading federal technology firm by strategically guiding a portfolio of cloud and software development programs, ensuring optimal performance and fostering key customer relati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Elevate our engineering capabilities by leading a dynamic team focused on electric motors and controls. Drive innovation, optimize processes, and ensure project success while fostering collaboration a...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering organization, overseeing the full technical chain from design to production, while building a robust supplier ecosystem and mentoring a talented te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.