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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$130K - $219K *

Engage with customers to identify key challenges and drive product innovation. Collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance physical operations and g...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of product engineering by leading diverse teams, driving innovation, and ensuring exceptional development processes. Collaborate effectively across functions to enhance customer satis...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$262K - $364K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and Infrastructure, driving innovative solutions for diverse projects. Collaborate across disciplines to build scalable, high-performance systems that enable breakthro...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Empower and lead a high-performing team to drive strategic technical programs across product domains. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and operational excellence while mitigating ris...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$500K+*

Lead and empower a high-performing technical program management team to drive strategic initiatives across various domains, ensuring seamless collaboration and operational excellence in a dynamic adve...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$308K - $417K *

Join a team that's redefining data infrastructure by leading engineering efforts to enhance accessibility, reliability, and scalability. Drive transformation and build a world-class team to support AI...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $242K *

Elevate team performance by leading Test Engineering managers, ensuring alignment with company objectives, and driving high-quality results through effective people leadership and strategic planning...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$274K - $296K *

Innovate and lead the development of large-scale data systems, enabling real-time insights and advanced analytics across our platforms. Drive AI/ML initiatives for service enhancement while managing v...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate in edge AI and cloud tech. Drive growth by managing talent, influencing architecture, and collaborating closely with senior leadership to enhance our custom...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$285K - $385K *

Empower teams by developing AI-driven tools and workflows that enhance software delivery and enable non-technical users to create applications, ensuring a seamless integration of AI across engineering...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$170K - $200K *

Lead the vision and execution of technology initiatives, managing cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs across engineering, product, and business domains, ensuring alignment and visibil...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $248K *

Lead the charge in operationalizing strategy and driving cross-division initiatives. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to enhance efficiency and client satisfaction in a fast-paced corporate travel...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer a high-performing platform engineering team, driving innovation in core services and developer tooling. Collaborate across functions to enhance product velocity and reliability, shaping the fu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and grow a high-performing platform engineering team, setting vision and roadmap while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to enhance product velocity and reliability for enterprise custo...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Take ownership of building intuitive Android applications that connect hardware, enhance user experience, and ensure reliable data capture. Collaborate with firmware engineers to optimize performance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $290K *

Champion the future of cloud infrastructure by leading product strategy and execution. Drive customer-centric roadmaps, enhance compliance, and deliver scalable solutions for diverse markets while ens...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Oversee and enhance backend systems while leading a team of engineers. Balance hands-on coding with management, ensuring high-quality architecture and production health in a fast-paced environment. Dr...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading a lean team to scale infrastructure, drive product vision, and deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced fintech environment. Embrace ownership and techni...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $300K *

Elevate engineering excellence by setting technical direction, managing sprints, and translating business vision into product outcomes. Lead a lean team to innovate and scale infrastructure while main...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation as the technical expert in new product development, leading cross-functional teams to explore market opportunities while mentoring junior engineers and guiding sustaining projects to...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$171K - $248K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance infrastructure and networking, driving user-focused product development while fostering collaboration and operational excellence across the organization...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative software solutions across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and enhance applications that impact millions, while managing pr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading innovative ad experiences. Drive product strategy through data-driven decisions while managing a cross-functional squad focused on quality and user trust i...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by developing a cutting-edge mobile trading app that integrates real-time data, advanced UI/UX design, and secure wallet features for an unparalleled user experience in financial mark...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $255K *

Empower innovation by leading mobile engineering teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences. Drive strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance our mobile platform and acc...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.