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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$165K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by developing innovative Android applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive impactful solutions in medical im...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experience by leading innovative software tools and release pipelines. Drive technical strategy and enhance collaboration between creative and technical teams t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Advance software engineering excellence by leading a team to develop innovative solutions that enhance member care and streamline operations, ensuring compliance and high-quality delivery through coll...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operations and financial management for a large-scale client account. Oversee multiple pods while ensuring efficiency and strategic alignment in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$132K - $149K *

Drive the product strategy for AI evaluation tools in healthcare, leading a team to create scalable solutions that enhance user value and ensure trustworthy AI outputs across diverse clinical environm...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen LED lighting technologies with proven expertise in mechanical design and manufacturing processes. Collaborate across teams to meet ambitious targets in performan...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $200K *

Transform the future of our Android app by taking ownership of major features, driving innovation, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and reliability...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $286K *

Unlock potential by leading the mobile QA infrastructure for our greenfield app project. Drive automation, establish quality standards, and partner cross-functionally to ensure excellence in product d...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers to innovate and enhance AI-driven productivity tools. Oversee project execution, mentor talent, and shape strategic direction while managing large-scale initiatives ac...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion the design vision for a complex platform, leading a talented team to enhance user experience through innovative design and research, while collaborating closely with product management and en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented design team to shape the user experience across multiple platforms. Define interaction patterns, elevate design standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in product development by managing the lifecycle of device offerings and services. Collaborate across teams to enhance member experience, drive profitability, and ensure timely launche...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$174K - $218K *

Reimagine healthcare by shaping partnerships that drive innovative virtual-first care solutions. As a Senior Product Manager, you will bridge product and commercial teams, enhancing member engagement...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading mobile product strategy, driving customer engagement, and ensuring alignment with broader platform goals. Collaborate across teams to prioritize high-value work and deliver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $280K *

Lead technical strategy for Autonomous Driving solutions, overseeing cross-functional engineering execution, risk management, and program delivery from inception to production for high-impact customer...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$146K - $177K *

Champion the transformation of corporate technology delivery, leading integration and optimization across critical business systems. Leverage deep expertise to drive efficiency and performance in cros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex product initiatives into scalable solutions by owning user-facing features from design to deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer workflows and drive engineeri...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$440K - $500K+*

Drive the development of a cutting-edge identity management platform, overseeing its lifecycle and strategic direction to enhance audience targeting and measurement in the evolving ad tech landscape...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Champion the development of a cutting-edge identity management platform, driving product strategy and cross-functional collaboration to enhance ad targeting and measurement in a dynamic advertising la...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Shape the future of advertising technology by leading the development of a robust identity management platform that enhances targeting and measurement across a dynamic ecosystem, ensuring privacy and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$440K - $500K+*

Transform the advertising landscape by owning the identity management platform, driving product strategy, and ensuring seamless integration across teams to enhance targeting and measurement for Netfli...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$170K - $205K *

Shape the future of space technology by owning the mechanical design of high-performance space radios, leading the discipline, and mentoring engineers while ensuring reliability and quality through ev...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $201K *

Join a dynamic team to shape a cutting-edge API platform, driving clinical intelligence and enhancing developer experience. Collaborate on design, scalability, and security while navigating high ambig...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $235K *

Lead the design and development of robust data systems, ensuring reliable data flow and integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex rental-housing challenges while mentoring en...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $165K *

Empower strategic program delivery for Tier-1 customers, managing the full product lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure on-time execution, mitigate risks, and drive customer success in...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.