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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing design teams, optimizing processes, and collaborating with manufacturing partners to innovate and resolve complex design challenges for project su...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $183K *

Unlock the potential of software engineering by leading projects that enhance security and reliability within complex applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, cus...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading the design and development of innovative respiratory medical products. Foster collaboration and drive projects from concept to launch while mentoring engin...

London, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust security function, managing a team while enhancing AWS infrastructure, compliance, and application security within a remote-first culture and fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Champion a dynamic marketing strategy that drives brand growth and sales ROI. Lead a small team, manage full-funnel marketing efforts, and collaborate closely with product and sales to convert leads i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $220K *

Drive marketing strategy and execution to elevate brand awareness and revenue while leading a dynamic team in a growth-focused hardware environment. Collaborate across functions to enhance performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Transform cloud solutions by providing expert guidance in designing, implementing, and automating secure, scalable architectures primarily on Microsoft Azure and AWS, ensuring compliance and operation...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$203K - $305K *

Champion a high-performance engineering culture by leading a diverse team of 500 professionals. Drive operational excellence, strategic initiatives, and talent development across multiple business uni...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $146K *

Elevate equipment performance by leading strategic improvements and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production efficiency and manage installation of new technol...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $146K *

Innovate and enhance CVD processes as a Principal Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in semiconductor fabrication, ensuring optimal equipment performance and pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the design delivery of complex data center projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from planning through construction. Drive quality, manage client relationships, and enhance AECOM's capabi...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Project Director, leading high-value design-build projects from inception to completion. Foster collaborations among diverse teams while ensuring quality, budget compliance...

Reposted today

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of critical technology by mentoring a small engineering pod, actively participating in code development, and driving technical direction while helping to establish team growth and str...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to drive manufacturing excellence by managing project planning, budgeting, and execution. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery, optimize resources, and enhance operationa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join us to lead strategic technical initiatives, drive solution architecture, and ensure successful delivery of complex engineering projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and exec...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the design and development of innovative transformer solutions. Utilize your electrical engineering expertise to create reliable products for diverse applications, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $193K *

Lead the maintenance and improvement of production facilities, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and optimizing operational efficiency through strategic planning and vendor management...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$185K - $225K *

Drive maintenance excellence across a multi-site network. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance equipment reliability, optimize asset management, and implement TPM methodologies, ensuring alignment wi...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing customer satisfaction through strategic program management. Drive project success by translating priorities into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality delivery and align...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $285K *

Redefine the future of security at scale by leading innovative product engineering efforts. Drive collaboration, technical vision, and proactive controls to ensure a secure and resilient delivery ecos...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic civil engineering team, driving innovative site and land development projects across the Midwest. You'll mentor engineers, ensure project excellence, and foste...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's passionate about delivering innovative civil engineering solutions. Lead design and execution of diverse land development projects while mentoring engineers and ensuring high-qualit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions, overseeing project teams and ensuring high-quality execution of land and site development projects across the Midwest, while foste...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Empower the design and engineering of oil and gas facilities, driving innovative solutions for new and existing projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance and efficiency i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.