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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$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of AI-driven security analysis by designing and implementing innovative capabilities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to automate security research and enhance analysis quality ac...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative workforce products, guiding a dynamic team to enhance user access frameworks and policies while collaborating closely with Product Managers to drive project su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $230K *

Strategize and lead the development of AI-driven full stack platforms, ensuring high-quality delivery and team performance. Drive innovation in engineering practices while aligning technical strategie...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $248K *

Empower your career by leading core engineering teams to enhance infrastructure and developer experience, driving strategic vision and operational excellence while fostering a collaborative environmen...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$225K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust data infrastructure that empowers teams across the organization. Drive strategy, foster innovation, and elevate team performance while ensuring reliable, high-quality...

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

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

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

$130K - $155K *

Advance your career by joining a dynamic mobile team to develop impactful iOS applications that enhance flight safety and operational efficiency, collaborating with engineers, designers, and product m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$281K - $391K *

Lead the charge in transforming data center manufacturing through innovative modular designs. Drive efficiency and quality by bridging engineering and manufacturing, ensuring rapid deployment of AI in...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence. Lead technology strategy and delivery for a multi-squad portfolio, driving modernization and operational success while fostering talent a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$395K - $414K *

Empower team success by leading FIN Engineering to ensure accurate, reliable, and secure payment processes. Drive a high-performance culture while overseeing multi-year engineering roadmaps and techni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $330K *

Champion a global talent strategy to attract, engage, and retain top technical talent. Lead a dynamic team in recruiting, university programs, and employee engagement, while enhancing the culture and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to enhance our IAM platform, ensuring robust security, operational excellence, and seamless delivery. Balance technical leadership with team mentorship to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative mobile solutions across Android and iOS. Take ownership of projects, collaborate with peers, and contribute to the broader tech stack while enhanci...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$175K - $350K *

Drive innovation by leading the Sales Tech engineering team to architect and deliver scalable revenue systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance sales and marketing technology, ensu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of connected hardware by designing reliable services and APIs. You'll ensure data integrity and operational excellence, enabling seamless integration for customer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $280K *

Drive transformational initiatives in software engineering, leading multiple teams to enhance customer engagement and platform evolution. Influence technical direction and mentor senior talent to deli...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $150K *

Design and own scalable backend systems and APIs, ensuring high performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and make architectural decisions in a dynamic en...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $280K *

Join our innovative fintech team as a senior leader, driving engineering excellence and shaping the future of our brokerage platform through strategic architecture and high-performance solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $355K *

Elevate your career by leading platform teams to standardize APIs and SDKs, ensuring operational excellence and innovation. Drive cross-group collaboration while managing software architecture and dev...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $355K *

Transform the future of software architecture by leading platform teams to standardize APIs and SDKs. Drive innovation, ensure operational excellence, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to en...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $355K *

Elevate the Identity Platform engineering organization by defining technical strategy, driving innovation, and leading teams to deliver scalable cloud infrastructure solutions while ensuring operation...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $139K *

Join a team that shapes the future of mobile browsing, enhancing user experience on iOS and Android. Drive activation, retention, and innovative features while collaborating across teams to build a be...

CanadaRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the engineering function in AI transformation. Drive technical direction, manage a dynamic team, and ensure delivery of scalable solutions that meet business needs across t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $303K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing engineering team, tackling complex technical challenges, and driving impactful projects. Collaborate closely with product leaders to translate prioritie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$288K - $320K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative ad placements and formats across consumer journeys, balancing advertiser performance with user experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impact...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.