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 us to lead the development of advanced manufacturing systems for energetic products. This role encompasses end-to-end ownership, from concept to production, requiring cross-functional collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead transformative civil engineering projects from inception to completion. Drive technical excellence, nurture client relationships, and mentor emerging engineers to foster innovative solutions and...

3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's modernizing RV technology by developing innovative Android applications and cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and streamline v...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse design teams, overseeing project deliverables, and ensuring client needs are met with high-performance and sustainable outcomes. Collaborate and communicate effecti...

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier electrical designs for industrial facilities. Drive innovation in power distribution systems, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating di...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Help us streamline engineering operations and drive impactful execution. Collaborate with leadership to translate strategic priorities into actionable plans, fostering alignment across teams while lev...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate engineering success by partnering with leadership to drive strategic execution, fostering alignment across teams, and leveraging data-driven insights for impactful decision-making in a dynamic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical design and ensuring quality project delivery. Collaborate with clients on advanced power systems and lead project teams to optimize performance in i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$490K - $500K+*

Lead and grow our US Application Software team, driving the integration of AI and autonomous driving technology into customer vehicles while fostering collaboration and innovation across engineering d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$490K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in developing and deploying AI-driven autonomous driving technology. Oversee application software engineering, ensuring seamless integration into vehicles while fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion the seamless operation of critical data center systems while leading maintenance strategies, ensuring compliance and reliability. Collaborate with teams to enhance practices and deliver safet...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in project engineering for cutting-edge satellite development, managing budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to production...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$166K - $248K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise application portfolios, guiding strategy and governance to reduce complexity and costs while enhancing critical business capabilities through effective decisio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $233K *

Shape the future of application management by leading enterprise-wide strategies to optimize, govern, and rationalize the application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business goals while reducing c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $233K *

Drive enterprise application portfolio optimization, guiding strategy and governance to simplify the application landscape. Collaborate across functions to reduce costs, risks, and redundancies while...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Oversee operations, coordinate inspections, and ensure timely deliverables...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Champion operational excellence by leading engineering and maintenance teams to enhance production performance, drive compliance, and foster continuous improvement in a dynamic pharmaceutical environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$83K - $118K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative software solutions, addressing complex engineering challenges through collaboration, agile practices, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $142K *

Drive cross-functional NPI programs that transform market needs into production-ready semiconductor equipment. Lead teams through product definition, engineering, and validation, ensuring alignment an...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $205K *

Lead the charge in innovating ultrasound technology and driving product development. You will shape the strategic vision and manage engineering teams to create impactful medical devices, directly infl...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse K-12 construction projects from planning to closeout, ensuring effective communication, project coordination, and adherence to budgets and schedules while maintaining quality and safety...

4 weeks ago

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

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional technical support and training. Leverage your expertise in optical communications to resolve customer issues, conduct trials, and enhance product...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$280K - $310K *

Transform your career by leading major rail design projects, guiding teams through all phases while ensuring strategic oversight and execution. Leverage your expertise in Track and OCS design to drive...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $160K *

Engage in the evaluation and management of complex design changes across multiple engineering disciplines to support a diverse portfolio of projects, ensuring technical rigor and alignment with busine...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$435K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in delivering seamless consumer experiences by defining and executing the technical strategy for member-facing platforms, while building a high-performing engineering team focused on g...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.