Director of Infrastructure Jobs

Explore Director of Infrastructure jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Infrastructure lead the strategy, design, reliability, and operation of the technology systems that keep organizations running—from cloud platforms and data centers to networks, servers, and enterprise IT services.

What Does a Director of Infrastructure Do?

A Director of Infrastructure sets direction for an organization’s technology foundation and oversees the teams responsible for delivering it. Depending on the company, the role may include managing infrastructure engineering, cloud operations, network services, systems administration, platform reliability, and end-user technology. Directors partner with security, product, finance, and business leaders to align infrastructure investments with organizational priorities.

Common Responsibilities

  • Develop infrastructure roadmaps, architecture standards, and technology plans.
  • Lead teams responsible for cloud environments, data centers, networks, and core systems.
  • Improve availability, performance, scalability, and disaster recovery readiness.
  • Oversee budgets, vendors, service providers, and capacity planning.
  • Promote security, compliance, automation, and operational best practices.
  • Communicate risks, progress, and investment needs to executive stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for senior technology leadership experience, a strong background in infrastructure operations or engineering, and the ability to guide complex projects across teams. Familiarity with cloud platforms, networking, virtualization, cybersecurity principles, IT service management, and infrastructure automation may be valuable. Strategic planning, budget ownership, vendor management, and clear communication are also important for leading at the director level.

Find Director of Infrastructure Opportunities

Director of Infrastructure roles vary by organization size, industry, and technology environment. Review each job listing for its scope, reporting structure, location or remote-work options, required expertise, and compensation details. Browse Ladders to discover vetted Director of Infrastructure opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and find a role that fits your leadership experience and career goals.

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$175K - $210K *

Transform infrastructure engineering by leading a global team to develop and implement design standards for AI factories, ensuring consistency and efficiency across projects while driving innovation a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $193K *

Drive transformation and leadership of technical delivery across Enterprise Infrastructure and Information Security, optimizing processes and fostering cross-functional collaboration for improved orga...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $200K *

Champion the security design and delivery for hyperscale projects, ensuring comprehensive protection through physical and electronic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish stand...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$170K - $250K *

Help us build a high-performing infrastructure team that drives operational excellence and reliability. Lead a diverse group of engineers, manage budgets, and modernize technology while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $100K *

Drive the design and management of high-performing cloud infrastructures, ensuring their availability, performance, and security. Collaborate with teams to implement automations and improve systems wh...

Michigan, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$129K - $212K *

Lead comprehensive infrastructure financing initiatives, enhancing client operations through strategic financial planning and risk management, while mentoring less experienced colleagues to promote gr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the preconstruction process for a major data center campus, guiding it from design through procurement and ensuring alignment with budget and schedule goals. Lead a team, set standards, and in...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $340K *

Champion construction delivery excellence across global data center sites, managing GC performance and budgets of $25M+. Lead strategy, negotiate contracts, and represent construction risks to executi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to lead a dedicated team in project management, overseeing preconstruction planning, execution, and delivery for solar and energy storage projects. Drive strategies, ensure profitability, and...

Richmond, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$154K - $260K *

Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable, efficient infrastructure systems. Leverage your technical and leadership skills to enhance operational health while guiding a global team to meet str...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead our initiatives in designing and constructing innovative water and carbon capture facilities globally. Collaborate across teams to ensure project success within budget and timeline while promotin...

California, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$141K - $172K *

Tackle operational challenges by leading large-scale project management initiatives, driving efficiency, and fostering client relationships to optimize growth and sustainability in critical infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

6 days ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Manage and lead the infrastructure strategy for cloud and developer systems, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and enhanc...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Transform large-scale data center projects by leading innovative structural engineering efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and sustainability in design, while managing...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategy and innovation in web3 technologies. Shape the future of decentralized systems while ensuring top-tier security and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform software delivery by leading a skilled team in the execution of DevOps strategies, driving automation, and optimizing cloud infrastructure for performance, security, and resilience across or...

Los Angeles, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational excellence across Business Units, ensuring accurate forecasting, insightful reporting, and effective execution. Collaborate closely with GMs to enhance perform...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $211K *

Lead the charge in shaping and optimizing enterprise IT infrastructure services, ensuring security, reliability, and continuous improvement across cloud and on-premises environments while developing a...

New Hampshire, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Lead and optimize PMO strategies for major aviation and infrastructure programs. Drive governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement while mentoring a high-performing team to ensure project...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving the future of construction by leading preconstruction activities, collaborating across disciplines, and ensuring projects meet budget and quality standards from concept to c...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive security excellence by managing identity access, external testing, and compliance processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance AWS security and develop scalable policies, ensuring robust protect...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovation and excellence, driving projects from concept to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product development and ensure quality standa...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Infrastructure do?question toggle

    A Director of Infrastructure leads the strategy and operations for an organization’s technology foundation, which may include cloud platforms, data centers, networks, servers, and IT services. The role typically includes managing teams, improving reliability and scalability, setting standards, and aligning infrastructure plans with business needs.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Infrastructure jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek substantial experience in IT infrastructure, engineering, or operations, along with demonstrated leadership of technical teams and large-scale projects. Experience with cloud services, networking, security, automation, budgeting, and vendor management may also be requested.

  • How much do Director of Infrastructure jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, and the role’s scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult each listing for its specific salary information.

  • What is the difference between an IT Infrastructure Director and a Director of Infrastructure?question toggle

    The titles are often used for similar leadership positions overseeing technology infrastructure. Responsibilities can differ by employer: some roles focus primarily on internal IT services, while others include cloud platforms, infrastructure engineering, data centers, or site reliability.

  • Are Director of Infrastructure jobs available remotely?question toggle

    Some employers offer remote or hybrid arrangements, while others require on-site or regional presence to support teams and facilities. Check each job listing for its location and work-arrangement details.