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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$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of drone technology by leading a dynamic mechanical engineering team. Drive innovation in design, integration, and testing of advanced drone platforms while fostering talent and c...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's innovating in electrical design for consumer and robotic devices. Lead projects from concept to production while collaborating across disciplines and enhancing engineering best prac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join us to build and lead a hardware system validation team from the ground up, ensuring rigorous testing and reliability across diverse sectors including automotive and defense, while driving innovat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dedicated engineering team to ensure exceptional service and safety standards. Oversee maintenance operations, manage projects, and foster a collaborative culture while enhancing guest experien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading complex engineering projects, driving innovation, and building strong client relationships. Utilize your expertise to mentor teams and enhance organizational capabilitie...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$212K - $265K *

Drive transformative software engineering across EPM products, lead modernization, build innovative SaaS capabilities, and enhance operational excellence in a high-impact role overseeing global teams...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower teams to innovate and deliver enterprise software solutions. Lead cross-functional engineering efforts, champion AI integration, and enhance software practices to align technology with busines...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining power electronics by leading mechanical design for innovative technologies. Collaborate closely with founders to shape product direction and drive impactful solutions for...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$109K - $175K *

Unlock potential by leading complex storage and networking solutions. Drive program planning, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely delivery and quality of Broadcom so...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Engineer and manage complex storage and networking solutions, overseeing program planning, budget, and staffing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality delivery and meet customer re...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $175K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative storage and networking solutions. Oversee program planning, budget management, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure timely, high-quality project execut...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Contribute to the successful execution of capital projects by delivering engineering services with a focus on scope, schedule, cost, and quality, while integrating leadership and oversight for optimal...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$315K - $350K *

Shape the future of software for advanced robotics by leading product management initiatives, driving strategy, and overseeing the full product lifecycle, while collaborating across engineering and re...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive execution across complex robotics programs, ensuring alignment and quality across hardware, software, and AI teams. Collaborate with product leadership to translate priorities into actionable pl...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Shape engineering excellence by leading multidiscipline teams on critical DoD projects. Oversee project delivery stages, enhance client relationships, and ensure adherence to budget and scope while me...

3 weeks ago

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

$230K - $290K *

Lead and drive packaging development, new product introduction, and continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, reliability, and schedule obje...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Drive the maintenance operations of a luxury hotel, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards. Collaborate with leadership to manage projects, oversee staff training, and maintain facilities...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Drive systems engineering leadership across complex light rail transit projects, ensuring integration, verification, and validation of systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to meet operati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$133K - $146K *

Analyze and enhance quality processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards while collaborating cross-functionally to resolve issues and drive continuous improvement in...

Maryland, USRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of high-performance software applications. Collaborate in an Agile environment to create scalable systems, ensuring mission-critical operations m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electrical engineering solutions while managing complex projects and collaborating with clients and teams to meet challenging deadlines and optimize designs fo...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Lead electrical engineering initiatives by providing design expertise and support for project teams, ensuring optimal implementation of system concepts and adherence to deadlines while fostering colla...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Bring your expertise to electrical engineering design, collaborating with teams to deliver robust solutions, manage projects effectively, and enhance technical documentation while ensuring compliance...

3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Take ownership of critical electrical engineering projects, utilizing your expertise to design, implement, and verify systems while collaborating with project teams and vendors, ensuring timely delive...

3 weeks ago

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

$250K - $290K *

Innovate internal products by leading an AI engineering team, enhancing business operations through AI-driven solutions, and empowering employees to create software with AI agents for impactful result...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.