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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$120K *

Lead quality initiatives in engineering and manufacturing, ensuring zero field failures. Drive design standards, oversee testing, and enhance processes while mentoring a quality team. Collaborate acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation as you tackle complex challenges in financial data management. Collaborate with a dynamic team to build cutting-edge solutions that enhance insurance workflows and ensure real-world i...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $273K *

Transform your career by leading a large-scale engineering organization focused on modernizing financial platforms for healthcare. Drive innovation, strategy, and operational excellence while collabor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $273K *

Drive your career with a leadership role in transforming enterprise marketing technology through agentic AI. Lead engineering teams to enhance personalization, automation, and customer engagement at s...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of data center engineering by leading design standards, optimizing costs, and ensuring operational readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical excellence and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive large-scale capital project execution in manufacturing, leading a team of Project Managers. Oversee strategic CAPEX initiatives, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality while collaboratin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative structural designs for onshore and offshore oil and gas facilities. Lead projects from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engi...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $175K *

Shape the future of access management by leading the development and optimization of identity governance policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions that mee...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $175K *

Champion the development of access controls within our IAM/IGA system, optimizing policies and ensuring secure, scalable access management across enterprise applications while collaborating with cross...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$154K - $225K *

Champion operational excellence by leading transformative initiatives that enhance Cisco's business capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategic goals and deliver impactful solutions...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$62K - $99K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative construction solutions while supporting engineering projects through collaboration, technical analysis, and hands-on fieldwork. Ideal for recent g...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $288K *

Drive software development excellence by leading multiple teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with partners to enhance technical strategies and ensure timely project execution, impacting...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $288K *

Lead multiple software development teams to innovate and deliver scalable solutions, ensuring timely project execution and budget adherence while enhancing collaboration and technical strategy across...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $288K *

Lead multiple software development teams to deliver innovative solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with partners to integrate technical roadmaps and over...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $175K *

Lead and manage complex electrical engineering projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions for industrial and commercial facilities while ensuring scope, schedul...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, facilitating industry standards and guidance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop technical reports and oversee project execution while drivin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $235K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing SaaS products on AWS, ensuring operational excellence, security compliance, and performance optimization while overseeing a dedicated team. Drive innovation a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading end-to-end management of client-facing AWS SaaS products, ensuring security, compliance, and optimization while directly engaging in architecture and support...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Drive product excellence by owning the lifecycle and security of high-performance client SaaS platforms hosted on AWS. Lead a dedicated team to optimize operations, ensure compliance, and deliver seam...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Join a team that's committed to optimizing and securing our AWS-hosted SaaS platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take on hands-on leadership in architecture, operations, and product reliabi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $235K *

Drive the management, operation, and security of client-facing SaaS products hosted on AWS. Be a hands-on leader, ensuring platform performance, compliance, and continuous product improvement while su...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building a dynamic engineering team focused on innovative partnerships. Drive technical excellence and foster a collaborative culture while shaping product features that enhance glo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $192K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer experience by managing a collaborative team focused on platform engineering, driving adoption of modern practices, and fostering a culture of ownership and conti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a leader in engineering, guiding complex electrical projects while mentoring emerging talent and driving innovative solutions within commercial, industrial, and renewable ener...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $165K *

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating projects from inception to completion, ensuring that client objectives are met. This role involves supervising staff, managing budgets...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.