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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$234K - $352K *

Engineer cutting-edge AI solutions by architecting advanced software for Snapdragon Mobile products. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance performance and power efficiency in embedded ML systems...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of IAM and Entitlements, driving product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to unify access management and product configuration, ensuring alignme...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product strategy for Identity & Access Management and Entitlements. Drive innovation in a mature domain while establishing a new framework, collaborating with cross-functio...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Pioneer a transformative role in product management, overseeing Identity & Access Management and Entitlements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define roadmaps, unify frameworks, and drive p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Android Engineer, owning key features and enhancing user experience in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across teams to shape the future, improve app reliability, and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $107K *

Support the development of test infrastructure for embedded firmware, ensuring quality and reliability through automated testing and collaboration with diverse teams. Engage in hands-on testing and tr...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to elevate our Android app by owning key features, collaborating with design, and enhancing user experiences while driving innovation and reliability in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional initiatives in financial systems automation and product development. As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll drive technical architecture and standards, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $400K *

Lead the charge in designing and building robust systems for AI agent configuration, training, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver user-friendly solutions that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $400K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping AI agent systems, driving innovation through self-serve functionalities and robust monitoring tools. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $185K *

Shape the future of advertising technology by leading the design and strategy for scalable, reliable systems that enhance live sports experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ment...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by leading a talented group to enhance our AWS-based data platform, ensuring reliability, automation, and collaboration across engineering dis...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$82K - $129K *

Optimize customer experience validation by managing cross-functional programs, driving process improvements, and leveraging data insights to ensure product readiness for launch while collaborating wit...

Today

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

$140K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in developing secure access solutions. Drive technical direction, manage project delivery, and mentor engineers while balancing customer reliability with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $305K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a team focused on enhancing developer and agent experiences. Drive technical strategy, streamline release engineering, and foster collaboration to e...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative engineering projects that leverage AI and complex data to create impactful product experiences. Collaborate with teams and customers to shape solutions, ensuring high-quality delivery...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $225K *

Transform the digital healthcare landscape by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in patient and provider in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by leading transformative projects, advising C-level clients, and driving innovation in cloud AI solutions to enhance operational efficiency and customer ex...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Join us in shaping the future of healthcare marketing by leading product development, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and turning complex challenges into impactful software solutions. This...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Champion the future of healthcare marketing technology by leading product management efforts. Collaborate with diverse teams to define, launch, and iterate on tools that empower healthcare organizatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Optimize product development by leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful, data-driven solutions. Drive innovation from conception to launch, ensuring quality and alignment with customer nee...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Shape the future of healthcare marketing by leading product development efforts, driving cross-functional collaboration, and leveraging data insights to create impactful, user-focused software solutio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $125K *

Accelerate product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to define, develop, and launch data-driven software solutions for healthcare marketing. Influence product evolution and optimize user ex...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Help us shape the future of pulmonary care by leveraging your clinical expertise to drive product development, enhance workflows, and ensure effective solutions for COPD, asthma, and other pulmonary c...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.