Unlock a wide array of high-quality, vetted Director of Engineering positions that offer a substantial starting salary of $100,000 or more. At Ladders, we showcase jobs in rapidly scaling companies and industry leaders looking to engage top-tier talent. You can tailor your search to match your specific career goals and salary expectations.
As a Director of Engineering, you'll spearhead product development, manage teams, and strategize to ensure invariably high quality of expected engineering deliverables. You'll work closely with other key stakeholders such as product managers, architects, and C-level executives.
Typically, the role of a Director of Engineering requires a strong technical background, proficiency in project management, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies.
$260K - $320K *
Lead and inspire a global engineering team to elevate product development, drive platform migration, and champion AI transformation while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction in a B2B SaaS envir...
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$200K - $250K *
Drive the engineering vision and strategy for a high-growth tech organization. Lead a world-class team to deliver scalable, secure platforms while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous i...
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$90K - $120K *
Join a dynamic team to provide O&M support for Aruba Wi-Fi systems, tackle complex technical issues, ensure cybersecurity compliance, and enhance network performance while collaborating on engineering...
1 week ago
Staff Engineer, Ground Systems
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in engineering complex satellite ground systems, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional mission execution through multidisciplinary collaboration, technical mentoring, and strat...
2 days ago
Director - Enterprise Architecture
$163K - $298K *
Advance your career by leading enterprise architecture initiatives, shaping architectural vision, and driving technology strategy across all business units for impactful, scalable solutions...
4 days ago
$110K - $150K *
Deliver effective capital strategies and manage project execution, ensuring safety and compliance while leading a team of project managers to enhance process improvement and address operational challe...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Staff Engineer, Systems & Integrations
$130K - $150K *
Lead the charge in shaping internal systems and integrations to enhance operational effectiveness. Collaborate cross-functionally, own projects from inception to delivery, and deploy innovative tech s...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Building Generation
$120K - $160K *
Lead and innovate in generative modeling and CAD systems, driving technical excellence within a high-performing engineering team while coordinating closely across teams to enhance platform coherence a...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence for large-scale capital projects, ensuring quality, safety, and integration across all disciplines while developing standardized processes for repeatable succ...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $110K *
Lead the charge in delivering innovative design projects, ensuring success through effective collaboration and management of internal and external teams while maintaining budgetary control, client rel...
Reposted 3 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Shape the future of design projects by leading teams and ensuring project success. Drive financial responsibility, foster client relationships, and navigate all project phases while mentoring junior m...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Transform manufacturing systems by leading design, planning, and execution initiatives, ensuring operational excellence and safety through advanced engineering practices. Mentor teams and drive contin...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Support the design and management of integrated manufacturing systems, driving operational excellence through data-driven decision-making, ergonomic enhancements, and cost-effective solutions while en...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $130K *
Champion process innovation by leading high-impact projects, optimizing injection molding techniques, and leveraging cutting-edge technology for continuous improvement and expertise development across...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing software for autonomous surface vessels. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for maritime operations, ensuring robust...
3 weeks ago
$140K - $180K *
Elevate mechanical engineering excellence by driving the design and production of innovative cooling solutions for groundbreaking quantum computing technology, collaborating closely with a multidiscip...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Shape the future of propulsion by analyzing engine components and developing high-performance solutions. Collaborate with designers and engineers to enhance structural capabilities and expedite manufa...
1 week ago
$130K - $180K *
Lead strategic operations in global customer support, integrating product solutions. Enhance customer relations, oversee projects efficiently, and enable sales growth through collaborative initiatives...
4 days ago
Manager, Technical Programs - Growth
$100K - $130K *
Contribute to a dynamic team by leading Technical Program Managers and Manufacturing Engineers to execute high-impact customer programs with speed and accuracy, ensuring operational efficiency and sup...
1 week ago
Sr Staff Site Reliability Engineer
$207K - $259K *
Unlock potential by ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of core systems. Lead infrastructure development, implement observability strategies, and promote best CI/CD practices to empowe...
1 week ago
$120K - $150K *
Drive manufacturing innovations in optical/mechanical solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance processes for Smart Glass and AR/VR products while optimizing supplier partnership...
4 days ago
Director of Chief Engineering I
$203K - $305K *
Shape the future of engineering excellence by leading multidisciplinary teams, overseeing program execution, and implementing strategic governance across the Advanced Weapons portfolio, driving innova...
2 weeks ago
Director of Chief Engineering I
$203K - $305K *
Drive engineering excellence across advanced weapons programs while leading governance, metrics, and technical quality initiatives, fostering collaboration and managing risks in a high-impact environm...
2 weeks ago
Electrical Engineering Manager
$100K - $130K *
Drive technical excellence by leading electrical engineering teams to innovate and deliver tactical navigation systems for maritime applications, combining management and engineering skills to enhance...
4 weeks ago
Software Engineering Manager III - Growth
$150K - $188K *
Transform user engagement by leading a dynamic team focused on app growth optimization. Drive strategic experiments that enhance key metrics while managing cross-functional projects and fostering a hi...
1 week ago
What is the average salary for Director of Engineering jobs?
The average salary for Director of Engineering jobs really depends on the experience, location, and the size and scope of the company. Generally, salaries can range from $100,000 to well over $200,000.
What qualifications do I need to be a Director of Engineering?
Most Director of Engineering positions require technical experience and relevant degrees in fields like computer science or engineering. Management experience, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and business acumen are also generally expected.
Where can I find Director of Engineering jobs?
You can browse through the Ladders ‘Director of Engineering’ category to see a list of top-tier job postings from established companies.