Director of Mobile Engineering Jobs

Explore Director of Mobile Engineering opportunities for experienced technology leaders who shape mobile product strategy and guide teams building high-quality iOS and Android applications. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping you discover senior roles aligned with your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Mobile Engineering Do?

Directors of Mobile Engineering lead the people, platforms, and practices behind an organization’s mobile products. They partner with product, design, security, and business leaders to set technical direction, deliver reliable app experiences, and connect engineering work to customer and company priorities. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee native or cross-platform development, mobile infrastructure, release operations, and engineering standards.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a strong background in software engineering and mobile application development, along with experience managing and developing engineering teams. Relevant strengths can include iOS and Android ecosystems, architecture and system design, cloud services and APIs, application security, quality engineering, and performance optimization. Strategic communication, hiring, roadmap planning, and cross-functional leadership are also essential.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Director-level mobile engineering roles are available across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, media, and other industries investing in mobile experiences. Scope and compensation vary by employer, location, team size, and responsibilities. Browse Ladders for vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, and compare roles based on their technical focus, leadership expectations, and organizational impact.

Find Director of Mobile Engineering Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to search senior mobile engineering openings and identify roles suited to your leadership experience. Review job requirements, assess the mobile platforms and teams you would lead, and explore opportunities where you can influence product quality, engineering culture, and long-term technical strategy.

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $158K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $125K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $230K *

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$185K - $255K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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$126K - $168K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$230K - $286K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $280K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $134K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Mobile Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Mobile Engineering sets technical direction for mobile products and leads engineering teams responsible for building, maintaining, and improving mobile applications. The role commonly involves architecture, delivery, talent development, and collaboration with product, design, and business partners.

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

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for extensive software engineering experience, mobile development expertise, and a track record leading engineering teams. Knowledge of iOS or Android development, system architecture, security, and reliable release practices can be valuable.

  • How much do Director of Mobile Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on the employer, location, industry, and scope of the position. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific salary information.

  • Where can I find Director of Mobile Engineering jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Director of Mobile Engineering openings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.