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 - $233K *

Drive enterprise application portfolio optimization, guiding strategy and governance to simplify the application landscape. Collaborate across functions to reduce costs, risks, and redundancies while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $274K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of engineers, driving project execution, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration to enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful softwa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$165K - $206K *

Architect user-centric mobile applications that transform enterprise content management by optimizing performance and collaborating effectively across teams to enhance user experience and drive engage...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive the growth and direction of a high-performing software team, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring technical excellence and strategic alignment with business goals to deliver inno...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's transforming counter transactions through innovative software solutions. Lead the design and delivery of critical platform components, ensuring seamless integration and high perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of legal tech by leading a dynamic engineering group. You'll drive AI-native workflows, enhance product features, and ensure personal injury victims receive fair...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop AI-native legal document solutions. Balance strategic leadership with hands-on contributions, collaborating across functions to enhance workflows and ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$289K *

Drive the engineering vision by leading diverse software projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring high-quality delivery through strategic planning and technical excellence in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team in developing software systems for connected medical devices, ensuring a safe and delightful user experience while navigating compliance and rapi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $205K *

Lead the development of innovative products and customer-focused solutions, driving strategy and execution in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance our cloud SaaS platform. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and ensure security and reliability while delivering exce...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative solutions for critical defense programs. Drive technical outcomes, manage executive relationships, and build a high-performing team while leveraging AI to enhance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic team to drive technical outcomes on multi-billion-dollar programs. Collaborate with government and industry leaders to shape innovative solutions and scale...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $252K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you develop cutting-edge software technologies, collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences and drive advancements in AI and XR. Your expertise will shape the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $240K *

Lead and inspire a cross-platform App Experience team, driving innovation and collaboration to enhance mobile control and playback for millions of users. Shape technical direction, manage releases, an...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading the development of compliance monitoring products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement robust software solutions using Java and Scala, ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $278K *

Transform the future of Android XR by guiding innovative products from conception to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance, efficiency, and reliability across a diverse portfol...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Build strong customer relationships post-launch by ensuring seamless operational handoffs. Drive cross-functional collaboration to align production with commitments, manage orders end-to-end, and proa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$290K - $340K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to develop cutting-edge web and AI security solutions. Drive strategy, execution, and organizational health while fostering a culture of innovation and accountabilit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure by leading a high-performing team, driving strategic growth, and ensuring technical excellence in complex projects. Your leadership will foster innovation and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $290K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing the Foundations group, driving technical strategy, and ensuring reliability and security across platform, DevOps, and data systems to enhance ov...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Advance your career with a pivotal role leading software engineering efforts, driving innovation, enhancing application performance, and ensuring operational excellence across teams while working with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative software solutions, leveraging your expertise in NextJS, React, and Java to drive operational excellence and mentor a dynamic engineering team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$180K - $220K *

Champion the development of automated security systems using AI/ML, driving strategic initiatives in identity and access management while collaborating across teams to enhance security and operational...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive the development of innovative security systems using AI/ML, managing risk across identity and access management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security while maintaining ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.