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 *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative development projects. Collaborate with key stakeholders across various functions to drive site acquisition, project management, and operational su...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of real-time communication by leading the development of innovative Android applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions that enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$196K - $286K *

Lead the charge in creating a seamless product experience that empowers contractors and homeowners. Drive strategy for core functionalities, enhance self-service growth, and leverage AI to optimize cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $286K *

Shape the future of our platform by leading product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate across teams to create seamless workflows, drive self-service growth, and integrate AI solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$197K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and execution of innovative Localization and agentic core infrastructure, enabling scalable agent and skill development. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $140K *

Transform the mobile landscape by leading the development of a cutting-edge React Native application for iOS and Android, enhancing user experience and driving innovation in a collaborative environmen...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$251K - $377K *

Drive end-to-end software execution for next-gen mobile handsets, ensuring seamless platform delivery, architectural leadership, and customer engagement across premium chipset programs, influencing ex...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of innovative solutions as a Product Manager, driving vision and delivery while collaborating with engineers and stakeholders to meet complex customer needs and achieve measurable out...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $191K *

Transform business capabilities by leading strategy and delivery oversight for Digital Technology. Collaborate across functions to align priorities, drive measurable outcomes, and enhance organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $190K *

Champion the development of a cutting-edge data platform, managing end-to-end processes for high-volume media capture and delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure efficient data handling and support...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$126K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading complex projects and driving innovation in specialty prescription processing. Oversee engineering delivery, team health, and strategic dire...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$334K - $500K *

Lead the charge in shaping the multi-year ML strategy for content understanding and recommendation systems, while managing a diverse team of engineers to drive innovation and operational excellence ac...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Empower our Content Machine Learning Engineering team by setting strategic direction, overseeing operations, and driving innovation in personalized content retrieval and ranking for millions of users...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Unlock innovation as you lead a dynamic team in machine learning, driving strategies for content understanding and recommendation systems while enhancing user experiences across multiple platforms...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team in shaping the future of content ML, driving innovation in personalized experiences, and managing cross-functional collaborations to enhance user engagement and operatio...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...

Columbus, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Drive the FastAuth team's success by leading complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of specialty prescriptions while fostering team health and collaboration across multiple workstre...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate your career by leading cross-team initiatives in a high-impact role. Collaborate with engineers and executives to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovative s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us streamline operations for a fast-growing engineering team tackling complex AI challenges. You'll enhance collaboration across departments, manage key customer programs, and drive metrics to en...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Drive innovative solutions in a high-visibility role, coordinating cross-team efforts to enhance platform performance and customer satisfaction while managing complex technical programs in the AI indu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and customer satisfaction. Shape operational processes for a high-impact team tackling complex AI challenges, ensuring seamless coll...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading cross-team initiatives in a high-impact role. Collaborate with engineers and executives to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovative so...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in enhancing system infrastructure and reliability for a unified platform. Drive technical strategy, accelerate feature development, and resolve critical issues to improve user satisfa...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic legal team to drive AI governance and privacy compliance across innovative products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence while shaping the future of A...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize product compliance and governance by leading legal strategies for AI and privacy initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure regulatory adherence and mitigate risks across...

Lehi, UTRemote

Yesterday

  •   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.