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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$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...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $273K *

Unlock potential by mapping emerging AI technologies and building strategic relationships. Drive proactive market intelligence to identify key opportunities and strengthen a leading AI strategy throug...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $234K *

Drive the growth of Honeycomb Private Cloud by leading a senior engineering team, enhancing customer relationships, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple engineering domains. Collaborate...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive large-scale capital project execution in manufacturing, leading a team of Project Managers. Oversee strategic CAPEX initiatives, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality while collaboratin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$255K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of critical AI infrastructure that enhances user experience and builds trust in a regulated financial environment. Drive innovative solutions through c...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Lead a dynamic team of mobile engineers to innovate financial tools that empower users on-the-go. Collaborate across functions to enhance product roadmaps and foster a culture of excellence, mentorshi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Drive your career with a dynamic team as you lead mobile engineers in creating innovative financial tools. Collaborate across functions to enhance product roadmaps and foster a culture of growth, ment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile engineering by leading a talented group of developers to create innovative financial tools that empower users to manage their businesses seamlessly on the go...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$239K - $298K *

Champion a high-performing mobile engineering team to innovate financial tools, fostering collaboration and mentorship while driving product development across iOS and Android platforms for a dynamic...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer the Edge Networking team, owning traffic configuration and observability. Shape practices and standards while evolving the ingress layer for reliability and self-service. Drive performance and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate innovation by leading engineering teams in cutting-edge web, mobile, and cloud solutions. Collaborate globally to deliver top-tier digital products while implementing strategic project mana...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $290K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on production and infrastructure. Drive performance, foster collaboration, and deliver innovative solutions while managing diverse tec...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $290K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team by leading diverse technical disciplines, driving operational excellence, and fostering collaboration. Your hands-on leadership will ensure effective deliver...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $210K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading high-performing teams to deliver reliable, maintainable software solutions while fostering collaboration across engineering, product, and QA functio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of driver-facing React Native applications, driving feature development from concept to analysis, enhancing user experience, and ensuring app performance across iOS and Android in a fas...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$235K - $294K *

Empower innovation by leading product strategy and market expansion in adtech. Drive growth through strategic partnerships, develop intuitive products, and contribute to key business metrics while col...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Drive growth by owning product strategy for an end-to-end ads business, taking innovative products to market, and fostering partnerships to expand our technological footprint while ensuring delightful...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Elevate product strategy by owning the ad product lifecycle, driving technology expansion, and building market partnerships to foster innovative advertising solutions across diverse gaming categories...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $260K *

Drive the future of data engineering by leading a high-performing team. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to define technical strategies and ensure operational excellence while fostering grow...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$269K - $373K *

Transform the Growth Platform by leading a team to integrate AI and ML, enhancing user engagement through personalized experiences and efficient experimentation, while driving strategic growth initiat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $150K *

Drive the mobile app experience for families and school teams, overseeing product strategy, roadmap, and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and retention acr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$202K - $253K *

Shape the future of cardiometabolic care by driving backend architecture and cross-functional collaboration. Lead technical direction, mentor engineers, and deliver scalable solutions that enhance mem...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $253K *

Lead strategic partnerships and innovation initiatives within Samsung's mobile ecosystem. Collaborate across teams to identify, evaluate, and integrate cutting-edge technologies that enhance consumer...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing product-focused teams, ensuring quality delivery, and fostering leadership development while driving technical direction in a dynamic SaaS environ...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.