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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$139K - $201K *

Shape the future of data management by leading the development of scalable, user-friendly data pipeline solutions that enhance customer experience and integrate across advanced cloud architectures...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $201K *

Accelerate your career by leading innovative data pipeline solutions that empower customers to transform and manage their data workflows seamlessly. You'll shape user experiences and collaborate acros...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $201K *

Lead the evolution of data pipeline building, shaping user experiences for technical capabilities while driving market differentiation and cross-team collaboration. Own product strategy, roadmap, and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$139K - $201K *

Drive the transformation of data pipeline experiences, enhancing how users manage and process data across platforms. Lead product strategy, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver innovative, scala...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$194K - $285K *

Drive the strategy and architecture of a cutting-edge AI evaluation platform, ensuring quality and safety standards while fostering multi-team collaboration for enterprise-scale deployment of autonomo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$154K - $225K *

Optimize operational capabilities by leading transformative initiatives, collaborating across teams to enhance processes, and leverage data analytics to inform decisions, ensuring the successful deliv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Oversee the full lifecycle of industrial capital projects, ensuring safety, quality, and budget adherence. Lead cross-functional teams and manage project controls while driving successful outcomes for...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the operational excellence of hotel facilities, ensuring safety and efficiency through hands-on leadership in maintenance and engineering. Collaborate with teams to uphold brand standards and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$153K - $265K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions for National Security, focusing on complex algorithms, system integration, and mentoring. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational capabiliti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge software and automation solutions for military electronics in dynamic environments. Collaborate across disciplines to e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential as an On-Site Technical Project Engineer, bridging client teams and managing FSM data for autonomous vehicles, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and effective communication through p...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion the technical delivery of an FSM data program, acting as the on-site liaison between client teams and a distributed authoring group, ensuring precision and quality in procedure validation thr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by ensuring high-performance, secure, and scalable networks across multiple sites. Lead integration efforts for newly acquired companies while collaborating with IT and security teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance complex software systems, focusing on analytics, algorithms, and large data sets. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring adherence to design requ...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $240K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance performance and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $175K *

Unlock potential by developing advanced software systems that enhance business operations, ensuring high-quality design and performance while collaborating with teams to solve complex technical challe...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $175K *

Innovate software solutions by developing and enhancing complex systems, working collaboratively or independently to meet user needs and improve systems design leveraging modern technologies and metho...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $175K *

Join our dynamic team to develop and enhance complex software systems, tackling diverse challenges in real-time processing, large data sets, and innovative analytics. Your expertise will drive the des...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $175K *

Unlock potential by developing and enhancing complex software systems, working both independently and collaboratively. Engage in innovative analytics, real-time systems, and contribute to design and i...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Inspire your engineering team to excel in developing innovative firmware for next-gen memory interfaces, ensuring quality and performance while advancing team skills through mentorship and collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality design-build projects. As a Senior Project Engineer, you'll oversee project execution, mentor junior staff, and ensure timely completion from de...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Champion the execution of design-build projects, ensuring quality delivery from design through completion. Lead timelines, manage subcontractors, and mentor junior staff while overseeing project logis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $90K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Project Engineer, providing crucial support in ensuring quality and efficient execution of design-build projects from design to completion, while mentoring team members...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate project success as a Senior Project Engineer, overseeing design-build projects from inception to completion. You will support, mentor, and lead initiatives to ensure quality execution while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.