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 *

Elevate your career by leading a team focused on delivering high-quality backend solutions. As a hands-on expert, you'll ensure architectural integrity and drive the development of a secure, reliable...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$240K - $280K *

Drive transformational initiatives in software engineering, leading multiple teams to enhance customer engagement and platform evolution. Influence technical direction and mentor senior talent to deli...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$230K - $259K *

Drive the long-term engineering strategy, overseeing multiple teams to ensure alignment with business goals. Foster innovation, operational excellence, and leadership development while enhancing organ...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $105K *

Empower cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and ensure compliance through effective customer support, audits, and continuous improvement processes, all while maintaining safety and cost...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $220K *

Build the foundation for autonomous systems by developing simulation and validation infrastructure. Collaborate with engineers to enhance testing frameworks, ensuring high confidence in real-world per...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion advancements in geotechnical engineering, leading client relationships, project management, and technical oversight for diverse initiatives in power generation and related fields...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of energy by leading civil engineering for electric transmission projects. Shape team growth while ensuring successful planning, execution, and stakeholder collaboration in a comp...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions across diverse sectors. Manage multi-disciplinary projects while fostering client relationships and mentoring talent within...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining geotechnical engineering for diverse sectors. Engage in project management, client relations, and technical guidance while leading innovative projects within the Power Ge...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a leader in geotechnical engineering, driving innovative solutions in multi-discipline projects for energy and industrial sectors. Make a meaningful impact while collaborating w...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform multi-discipline projects by leveraging your geotechnical expertise. Lead client relationships and staff management while ensuring project delivery in the Power Generation sector. Collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage geotechnical engineering projects while fostering client relationships and ensuring quality delivery of services across Energy and Manufacturing sectors. Inspire a collaborative team e...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Optimize multi-discipline engineering projects, develop client relationships, and lead teams to deliver civil and geotechnical solutions for diverse industries, ensuring high standards of quality, saf...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to lead innovative geotechnical engineering projects, fostering client relationships and team collaboration while managing diverse teams and multi-discipline projects for clients across Energy...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative geotechnical engineering solutions for diverse projects, while managing client relationships and guiding a team of professionals to achieve project success and...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead geotechnical projects for diverse Energy and Manufacturing clients, fostering relationships, managing teams, and ensuring project delivery on scope, budget, and quality. Drive business developmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful projects by managing civil and geotechnical engineering teams, building client relationships, and overseeing multi-disciplinary designs for diverse industries. Contribute your expertis...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$225K - $325K *

Drive transformative initiatives in cloud infrastructure engineering, ensuring high availability and performance across global networking, HPC systems, and distributed storage, while mentoring teams t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $240K *

Lead the charge in global supply chain excellence, overseeing strategic sourcing, materials management, and cross-functional collaboration for multi-site operations to drive efficiency, cost savings...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative electrical designs for CCAs by overseeing end-to-end processes, including circuit simulation, layout, documentation, and testing to support the Recorders Product Line. Collaborate wit...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $314K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to establish security foundations for AI agents. Collaborate on agent identification, authentication, and verification, ensuring trust and quality in production service...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $276K *

Lead the charge in building security foundations for AI agents, overseeing a team that ensures agent identification, authentication, and authorization while collaborating across platforms to enhance t...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive project success by managing multidisciplinary teams, overseeing complex projects from initiation to close-out, and ensuring client satisfaction while adhering to budget and schedule constraints...

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

$110K - $130K *

Architect a resilient supply chain strategy that enhances procurement, logistics, and inventory management. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize processes, improve supplier relationships, and ensur...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $278K *

Champion the future of technology by managing SoC verification. Lead cross-functional teams, innovate verification strategies, and ensure high-quality silicon solutions that enhance products for milli...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.