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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$170K - $303K *

Drive innovative product development programs through effective leadership and strategic management, overseeing all phases from conception to market launch while ensuring cross-functional collaboratio...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $170K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to enhance system architecture and code quality. Drive complex initiatives from strategy to production while fostering a culture of feedback and growth in a collabor...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing high-impact capital projects and engineering staff. Drive innovation and efficiency at our manufacturing facility while ensuring compliance with CGMP and ISO standards. Emp...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $260K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of transit infrastructure by leading mechanical design for HVAC and vertical transportation systems. This senior role involves project management and technical lea...

Today

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

$200K - $260K *

Partner with us to lead mechanical design for complex transit infrastructure projects. This senior role focuses on HVAC and vertical transportation systems, ensuring excellence in engineering and proj...

Today

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

$178K - $221K *

Lead the charge in advancing verification and validation systems for cutting-edge humanoid robotics. Drive a high-performing team to ensure exceptional product quality and execution, while managing co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of project management by leading technology initiatives, ensuring optimal performance, and achieving organizational goals through strategic planning and communication with stakeholder...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by managing large-scale construction projects, overseeing teams, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive project success from planning to closeout while fostering a culture...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $175K *

Partner with us to drive the hands-on integration and testing of advanced composite structures. You'll lead the build process from prototypes to production, ensuring quality and efficiency while solvi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at an innovative tech firm by leading projects that enhance operational efficiency. Engage with customers, streamline communication, and drive project planning to ensure optimal ex...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$307K - $427K *

Lead innovative strategies to secure distributed platforms, bridging physical and logical security. Collaborate across teams to enhance system integrity and address emerging threats in AI infrastructu...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results. Leverage your 10+ years of experience to enhance collaboration and customer...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $308K *

Drive engineering excellence through leadership and innovation in component qualifications, ensuring the reliability and performance of enterprise storage solutions as you manage a specialized team an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading engineering as a shared service across a global platform. Drive strategy, build teams, and shape business development while ensuring technical excellence and consisten...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead complex engineering project initiatives, fostering collaboration across teams to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery, while driving quality and customer satisfaction through innovative solu...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $220K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on enhancing business travel solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive strategic initiatives, foster team growth, and ensure...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team of over 100 professionals. Drive organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, and leadership development while fostering a high...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$250K - $300K *

Drive transformative rail transit projects, managing multimillion-dollar initiatives from concept to completion. Collaborate with clients and teams to enhance mobility and sustainability, ensuring pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$144K - $169K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facility operations and maintenance, managing engineers and technicians to enhance infrastructure efficiency and compliance. Drive project management and ensure a safe, p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Lead dynamic structural engineering projects in the semiconductor sector, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and timely completion. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while driving innovation a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Lead the mechanical design and development of innovative optical test equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product performance and manufacturability, driving projects from conc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $140K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Project Engineer, leading complex projects, mentoring teams, and ensuring technical excellence while fostering strong client relationships and meeting project objective...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $184K *

Empower project success through effective coordination of contract execution, ensuring interdepartmental collaboration and adherence to quality standards, while mentoring team members and optimizing p...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain management by leading product strategy and migration for a comprehensive portfolio. Drive innovation and collaboration across aerospace and defense sectors w...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$209K - $273K *

Drive high-impact initiatives within a growth-focused team, leading engineers in optimizing customer acquisition through experimentation and innovative strategies. Champion collaboration, technical ex...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.