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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$100K - $125K *

Lead project management for transportation initiatives including trails and roadways. Foster team development while ensuring client satisfaction and budget adherence. Engage in community planning and...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $130K *

Join a team that's leading engineering projects from concept to execution, coordinating design and evaluation processes while fostering client relations and ensuring code compliance through detailed o...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$250K - $350K *

Elevate your career by leading technical engagements, managing cross-functional teams, and transforming complex AI evaluations into actionable insights. Collaborate closely with partners and drive imp...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $140K *

Innovate and manage electrical engineering for a major hydroelectric safety upgrade, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance, and leading project execution across multiple facilities for optima...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of major capital projects, leading cross-functional teams to transform design concepts into operational facilities. Drive your projects from inception through construction to handoff, e...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform product and process quality through hands-on analysis and collaboration. Lead corrective actions, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards across the produ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate customer success by managing global support operations, integrating products, and fostering relationships. Lead strategic initiatives, ensure timely project execution, and drive collaborati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by managing and optimizing industrialized production systems. Lead a team of engineers to enhance workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency in prefabrication and product deli...

3 days ago

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

$213K - $319K *

Drive the establishment of a high-performing engineering organization focused on hardware architecture, system integration, and customer deployment for advanced networking and AI solutions, ensuring r...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading manufacturing process development and optimization in the medical device sector. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement ini...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $165K *

Elevate your career as a Manufacturing Engineer, driving process development and optimization in medical device production. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quality and efficiency while ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Drive your career forward by designing and analyzing structural systems for cutting-edge aerospace and defense projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance and integ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$92K - $110K *

Manage project lifecycles, collaborating with teams to ensure client satisfaction and adherence to building codes, while producing accurate structural designs and detailed documentation for successful...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $171K *

Unlock potential by leading electrical design for complex subsystems in automated material-handling robots. Drive projects from concept to production, collaborating across disciplines to ensure succes...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$208K - $250K *

Lead and scale an engineering organization to enhance velocity and execution. Collaborate across teams to align product and tech. Drive architectural decisions while nurturing top talent in a fast-pac...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of a high-impact leadership role, guiding and developing engineering teams while fostering customer relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring operational excellence in...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $124K *

Drive full life-cycle project management for complex power systems projects, ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction while collaborating with diverse teams and mentoring staff. Travel regi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Architect robust AI infrastructure to detect and mitigate emerging threats. Drive innovation in data ingestion and model tuning while managing complex pipelines in a high-stakes environment that evolv...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock potential by architecting advanced AI infrastructure to combat emerging threats, enhancing detection capabilities, and ensuring real-time adaptability. Collaborate in a high-stakes environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Tackle complex customer program management by ensuring timely delivery and alignment across teams. Lead cross-functional collaborations, drive risk management, and enhance customer satisfaction throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Lead the charge in innovating system architecture focused on hardware and software integration. Drive cross-functional decisions and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure designs meet evolving custo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$300K - $390K *

Optimize data processing capabilities by leading a talented engineering team, defining technical strategies, and driving innovative solutions for a scalable data platform serving diverse stakeholder n...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex enterprise infrastructure projects, ensuring timely execution and alignment with client goals across networking, cloud, security, and data center initiatives, dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Elevate your career by building and owning the infrastructure that drives our software lifecycle. You'll design, implement, and maintain systems that enhance developer velocity and ensure production r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$281K - $391K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of semiconductor engineering by leading technical evaluations and sourcing strategies across the silicon lifecycle, ensuring optimal performance and manufacturabil...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.