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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$340K - $390K *

Drive your career with innovative engineering solutions that enhance autonomous marketing systems. Collaborate across teams to build scalable, intelligent platforms that optimize decision-making for b...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Champion the technical strategy for a transformative mobile platform, enhancing developer efficiency and scalability. Lead AI-native initiatives, drive architectural excellence, and collaborate across...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$226K - $266K *

Shape the future of hardware engineering by leading a dynamic team, ensuring program execution quality, and driving cross-functional collaboration to deliver innovative consumer products on time and w...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Develop AI-driven applications that enhance user experiences and optimize software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, innovative products while leveraging cutting-e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading high-performing teams in real-time video and media processing. Collaborate across functions to translate business goals into scalable software solutions while e...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $224K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality member-facing systems. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead a squad through the entire development lifecycle, ensuring accountability, quality...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $200K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading engineering for patient-centric systems. Drive innovation, ensure compliance, and mentor teams to deliver safe, efficient clinical solutions that e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$118K - $216K *

Reimagine mobile monetization by leveraging AI to build premium user experiences. Drive product innovation and ownership, ensuring reliability for millions of users while expanding into new markets wi...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative Android application development, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing user experiences through robust software solutions. Join a dynamic envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence, overseeing a team of 60 while driving AI initiatives and enhancing operational strategies. Collaborate with product leadership to elevate engineering practic...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$188K - $320K *

Drive innovation by leading the engineering team behind our Landing Pages product, enhancing customer experiences through intuitive web tools that capture first-party data while fostering a collaborat...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$194K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile design for truckers and fleet owners. You'll lead end-to-end design for iOS and Android, transforming complex challenges into intuitive experiences while collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $195K *

Drive operational excellence and lead a high-performing team to deliver complex digital products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage resources, and ensure profitable...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $274K *

Lead the development of innovative mobile solutions for drivers. Drive technical strategy and operational excellence, while managing a high-performing team in a dynamic, cross-functional environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$192K - $274K *

Drive mobile engineering excellence by leading a talented team in developing intuitive applications that enhance truck drivers' experiences. Focus on delivering high-impact features, operational relia...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$202K - $253K *

Elevate your leadership as you drive engineering excellence, overseeing multiple squads from prototype to production. Shape the roadmap, empower teams, and ensure quality delivery while staying techni...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $222K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative data solutions in healthcare. Drive strategy and execution for complex enterprise deployments while mentoring a high-performing team and building executive relat...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $222K *

Engage in shaping AI-driven data solutions, leading a high-impact team to enhance enterprise deployments in healthcare. Drive strategy and execution while fostering partnerships with senior leaders to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $170K *

Join a team that's shaping healthcare innovation through AI-driven voice solutions. Lead a distributed engineering team to deliver high-quality software and collaborate with cross-functional stakehold...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic QA team to enhance software quality and efficiency, implementing innovative strategies and AI technologies. Collaborate across departments to ensure exceptional customer experiences and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$279K - $377K *

Drive innovative AI-first product experiences from inception to global scale. Lead a dynamic engineering team, fostering collaboration and ownership. Shape strategic direction alongside product to del...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering organization, overseeing the full technical chain from design to production, while building a robust supplier ecosystem and mentoring a talented te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead and develop engineering teams focused on clinical data integration and insights. Drive the direction of data pipelines and ensure impactful, equitable health outcomes through effective collaborat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Pioneer innovative marketing message delivery by leading a multi-team engineering organization. Drive technical strategy, optimize auction systems, and enhance user experience while balancing business...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of engineering operations and strategy, driving high-impact decisions and managing a multi-million dollar budget while fostering collaboration and innovation in...

1 week ago

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

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.