Unlock a wide array of high-quality, vetted Director of Engineering positions that offer a substantial starting salary of $100,000 or more. At Ladders, we showcase jobs in rapidly scaling companies and industry leaders looking to engage top-tier talent. You can tailor your search to match your specific career goals and salary expectations.
As a Director of Engineering, you'll spearhead product development, manage teams, and strategize to ensure invariably high quality of expected engineering deliverables. You'll work closely with other key stakeholders such as product managers, architects, and C-level executives.
Typically, the role of a Director of Engineering requires a strong technical background, proficiency in project management, excellent leadership skills, and a deep understanding of agile methodologies.
Director of Mechanical Engineering
$190K - $240K *
Champion innovation in manufacturing by leading a high-performance team of mechanical engineers, designing equipment for automation, and enhancing production capabilities through strategic mentoring a...
Today
Sr. Director, Software Engineering
$160K - $200K *
Create and lead a new AI-driven engineering practice, ensuring high-quality delivery of next-gen software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate standards and optimize performance in re...
Reposted yesterday
Sr. Director, Software Engineering
$160K - $190K *
Lead the establishment of a second engineering practice, delivering cutting-edge AI-driven platforms. In this hands-on role, mentor a dynamic team, enforce best practices, and ensure high standards in...
Reposted yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive development of innovative automotive products, translating customer needs into manufacturable solutions while ensuring quality and cost efficiency across th...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Drive strategic growth and profitability in optical transceiver product lines through cross-functional collaboration and market engagement, ensuring financial performance and customer satisfaction for...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team to lead, mentor, and drive software projects ensuring safety and compliance in aerospace technology. Your leadership will guide engineers in delivering innovative solutions efficie...
5 days ago
Senior Director, Hardware & Firmware product engineering
$125K - $150K *
Transform the future of hardware development by leading empowered engineering teams. Drive innovation and excellence from concept to production launch while ensuring high standards in quality, cost, a...
2 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing complex projects, mentoring teams, and driving innovative technology implementations. Ensure sustainable operations while aligning with business o...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Hardware Engineering
$250K - $275K *
Transform the future of precision spaceflight hardware by leading a multi-disciplinary engineering organization, ensuring design integrity, and driving integration processes while developing future ha...
1 week ago
Multi-Domain Mission Capabilities Lead, Multinational Digital Infrastructure
$191K - $253K *
Contribute to the design and deployment of secure multinational digital infrastructure, enabling collaborative defense operations across U.S., Australian, and UK teams in classified environments with...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$200K - $230K *
Champion the IGA/IAM landscape, overseeing technical solutions and engineering teams. Lead end-to-end architecture for identity engagements while ensuring integration strategies, governance, and effec...
Yesterday
$90K - $130K *
Lead a high-performing engineering team to design and execute building automation systems, ensuring process excellence and cross-functional collaboration while driving performance through effective ma...
3 weeks ago
Director of Product Engineering
$125K - $150K *
Innovate and lead product engineering and systems architecture for automation solutions, ensuring ISO compliance and quality management. Drive talent development and collaboration across teams to deli...
1 week ago
Project Engineer - Manufacturing
$80K - $95K *
Design and develop electronic components while ensuring quality through APQP and PPAP processes. Collaborate on legacy component transfers and product compliance certifications, tackling field failure...
3 weeks ago
Director of Engineering Student Engagement
$80K - $95K *
Collaborate with us to enhance undergraduate engineering student engagement through innovative programming, leadership development, and global learning initiatives while overseeing key college partner...
Yesterday
$150K - $180K *
Transform technical leadership by driving innovative strategies, mentoring teams, and ensuring architectural excellence while incorporating modern AI capabilities for enhanced software solutions and o...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career by leading technical excellence in critical facility operations. Drive reliability across mechanical, electrical, HVAC systems in a dynamic data center environment while mentoring...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead critical facility operations, driving excellence in mechanical, electrical, and controls systems, while mentoring teams and ensuring peak reliability of mission-critical infrastructure...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate your career by providing senior technical leadership for critical facility operations, ensuring operational excellence and reliability of mechanical, electrical, and controls systems in high-s...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of critical facility operations by leading engineering teams and driving system reliability. Provide technical guidance and oversee maintenance within our advanced data centers, ensur...
2 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Lead the charge in optimizing data center operations, ensuring peak reliability and safety across mechanical and electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance performance, mentor staff, and dr...
2 weeks ago
$144K - $198K *
Join a team that designs innovative EMI filters, ensuring compliance and performance across various products through in-depth simulations and detailed engineering recommendations...
3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineering Manager, Project Suncatcher
$222K - $308K *
Champion the design and development of advanced aerospace hardware systems, leading a team to innovate mechanical solutions for space applications, including CAD modeling and vibration testing for ext...
Yesterday
$306K - $360K *
Shape the future of AI infrastructure by leading cross-functional teams, optimizing costs, and establishing evaluation systems that enhance enterprise customer workflows and strengthen product reliabi...
3 weeks ago
$230K - $250K *
Lead engineering delivery across software and hardware, guiding Nexus Core's SaaS platform and sensor deployment while ensuring operational excellence for a growing client base. Collaborate with cross...
3 weeks ago
What is the average salary for Director of Engineering jobs?
The average salary for Director of Engineering jobs really depends on the experience, location, and the size and scope of the company. Generally, salaries can range from $100,000 to well over $200,000.
What qualifications do I need to be a Director of Engineering?
Most Director of Engineering positions require technical experience and relevant degrees in fields like computer science or engineering. Management experience, strong leadership and interpersonal skills, and business acumen are also generally expected.
Where can I find Director of Engineering jobs?
You can browse through the Ladders ‘Director of Engineering’ category to see a list of top-tier job postings from established companies.