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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in growth marketing by optimizing customer acquisition strategies, managing paid media budgets, and driving innovative channel experiments. Collaborate closely with the CMO to enhance...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $209K *

Drive the future of device software as a hands-on technical lead, overseeing architecture and delivery for a team of firmware engineers. Own critical subsystems, ensuring safety and performance while...

Philadelphia, PARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $209K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge firmware solutions, overseeing architecture and delivery while mentoring a team of engineers. Drive innovation in device software for secure home energy inte...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$170K - $210K *

Drive strategic product vision and growth by leading a high-performing team, managing the product lifecycle, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative consumer-focused solutio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $185K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to deliver high-quality digital products, ensuring alignment with business priorities while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming experimental ideas into reliable software solutions. As a senior software engineer, you'll design, implement, and debug critical systems while collaboratin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $185K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

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

$120K - $145K *

Optimize team performance by leading high-impact software engineering initiatives. Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity while ensuring quality...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$201K - $302K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on modern developer platforms and tools that enhance the software development lifecycle for PlayStation. Foster innovation and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $333K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $226K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive the development and launch of innovative health products, ensuring high-quality delivery and operational excellence while navigating complex technical environments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$550K+ *

Drive innovation in Trust & Safety by leading technical strategy and architecture for autonomous security systems. Collaborate across platforms to enhance safety and resilience in consumer marketplace...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$269K - $307K *

Shape the future of banking by leading high-performing engineering teams to deliver innovative, customer-centric solutions in a cloud environment, driving technical strategy and fostering a culture of...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$293K - $335K *

Lead high-performing engineering teams to innovate banking solutions in the cloud. Drive technical strategy, mentor talent, and enhance system resilience while fostering a culture of continuous learni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building secure, high-performance iOS applications. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design and maintain features, collaborate across teams, and ensure top-notch m...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $333K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $245K *

Shape the future of embedded engineering by leading a dynamic team to innovate and sustain cutting-edge electronics and firmware for connected machines, ensuring reliability and performance across pro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$163K - $236K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $290K *

Shape the technical direction of a geospatial platform, building scalable systems and APIs that enhance location-aware experiences across products, while collaborating with teams to drive innovation a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead software development initiatives, enhancing product quality and performance through innovative design and architecture. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement a next-gen Design System, ensuring consistent, accessible experiences across products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical alignme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of identity management by leading the architecture and deployment of a cutting-edge IAM platform, enhancing security and user experience for millions while mentoring a talented engine...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Champion innovative healthcare solutions by leading product management efforts across diverse technology stacks. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements, enhance product strategies, and d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.