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 *

Shape the future of embedded systems engineering by leading a high-performance team, defining technical roadmaps, and integrating AI-driven workflows to deliver innovative, reliable solutions across d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Transform the embedded systems landscape by architecting high-performance teams and integrating AI-driven workflows. Lead strategic initiatives across R&D and NPI, ensuring robust technical roadmaps a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $154K *

Empower your career by leading a talented team to produce compliant electrical designs. Manage project schedules, ensure design accuracy, and mentor junior designers while collaborating with various e...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $154K *

Lead a team of designers to deliver NFPA 70 compliant electrical designs for the Sentinel program. Manage project schedules, conduct technical reviews, and ensure code compliance while mentoring junio...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$50K - $500K *

Build and lead a high-performing engineering team, defining the technical roadmap and driving innovation in our technology stack while establishing best practices to fuel scalable growth and operation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to enhance member experiences through innovative features and improvements, ensuring quality delivery and collaboration across Product, Design, and Data Sci...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $235K *

Drive the enterprise Quality Engineering strategy, establish excellence standards, and lead innovative practices for quality across technology and business domains, ensuring consistent delivery excell...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$274K - $439K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to drive next-gen semiconductor test products, ensuring strategic alignment and successful execution from concept to production while fostering innovation and c...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$274K - $439K *

Champion the future of semiconductor testing by leading a dynamic hardware engineering team. Drive innovation and execution across product development, ensuring alignment with business goals and custo...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $210K *

Take ownership of a dynamic team of engineers, driving innovation in spacecraft compute, networking, and power systems. Collaborate across disciplines to push the boundaries of technology and ensure s...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $190K *

Explore strategic leadership in mechanical engineering, guiding a team of experts to innovate and deliver top-tier data center solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape engineering standards...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $400K *

Empower your career by leading a high-performing AI engineering team, transforming innovative AI capabilities into reliable systems, and driving impactful solutions across the organization to enhance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to manage complex engineering projects, ensuring quality delivery on time and within budget. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients, driving successful outcomes for large-scale infra...

6 days ago

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

$170K - $225K *

Elevate your career by leading a team focused on enhancing developer productivity and software delivery in a dynamic healthcare technology environment. Drive impactful engineering initiatives and fost...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $231K *

Join a team that's transforming customer experiences by leading engineering initiatives that deliver seamless, data-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable systems...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$190K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic construction site by leading project execution, ensuring compliance, and managing multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget...

3 weeks ago

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

$190K - $215K *

Manage design-build construction projects, ensuring compliance and quality. Collaborate with diverse teams to oversee progress and resolve issues while maintaining documentation and safety standards f...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing the reliability and performance of our robotic fleet. Lead critical issue management, develop automation, and bridge operations with engineering to drive cont...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Contribute to the development and launch of manufacturing processes for lithium-ion cells, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and quality while ensuring safe equipment de...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative electrical engineering solutions. As a key leader, you’ll drive projects from concept to completion, ensuring excellence in design, compliance, and communicati...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $165K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex pharmaceutical marketing campaigns, mentoring teams, and ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives while driving operational success...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $120K *

Design and develop cutting-edge electronics for medical devices, ensuring performance and compliance. Collaborate within a project team to bring innovative surgical navigation products to market effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower client success by managing mega projects, fostering relationships, and ensuring financial performance. Lead teams to deliver strategic solutions while enhancing client satisfaction and driving...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering mega projects by developing strategic client relationships, managing project performance, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective team collaboration and resour...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform client relationships and lead mega projects by developing strategic plans, managing project delivery, and ensuring client satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to drive financial performance...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.