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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Lead the vision and execution of computer vision initiatives, driving research and engineering strategies while managing a distributed team to deliver scalable AI solutions that enhance security and o...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$250K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision and execution for computer vision platforms, leading research and engineering teams to deliver scalable visual intelligence solutions while fostering a culture of innovation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Transform the violin learning experience by developing key iOS features, analyzing user engagement, and creating innovative solutions. Join a dynamic team as the first engineering hire to shape the fu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate across multiple teams to optimize performance and deliver cutt...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $274K *

Join a team that's building and overseeing a high-performing engineering pod, balancing hands-on coding with leadership. Drive innovation and operational efficiency while mentoring engineers to create...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $167K *

Transform user experiences by leading a dynamic UX team, driving strategy, and fostering innovation. Engage in hands-on design while mentoring talent and collaborating across functions to enhance prod...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $167K *

Lead a dynamic UX team while driving strategy and hands-on design. Collaborate across functions to enhance user experiences and integrate AI capabilities, ensuring high-quality outcomes and fostering...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$307K - $427K *

Join a team that's redefining safety in AI by designing robust defenses against evolving threats. As a technical authority, you'll shape the future of Cloud AI, ensuring security across complex system...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Take ownership of quality strategy and supply chain optimization, driving innovation and cost efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer experience and implement tech-driven soluti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead and develop a team of Engineering Project Managers, driving program direction and maximizing business outcomes through effective stakeholder management and risk assessment across the Data Service...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Elevate developer productivity by designing and implementing advanced software solutions. Lead architectural decisions and enhance CI/CD processes while integrating AI/ML features to optimize workflow...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $273K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing team to design and scale a cloud-native Kubernetes platform, driving innovation and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to build scalable identity and account management systems using Golang and gRPC. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences and ensure system stability while mentor...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$138K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team as a Backend Software Engineer, focusing on user identity and account management. Collaborate cross-functionally to build scalable, high-impact solutions using Golang and cloud tec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$195K - $275K *

Accelerate your career by leading product strategy and AI adoption across the enterprise. Drive innovation, manage a high-performing team, and influence stakeholders to deliver cutting-edge AI solutio...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Advance our mission by leading technical product management efforts focused on enhancing trust and safety. Drive the development of our platform's security features and operations, ensuring a seamless...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $200K *

Develop high-quality features for a leading Android app, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and ensure reliability, while actively shaping the future of the Android e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $192K *

Accelerate your career by building and maintaining a large-scale Android app used by millions. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance features, improve code quality, and tackle real-time data c...

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategy and roadmap for a connected care platform, enhancing patient experiences through integrated technology solutions in healthcare settings. Drive product vision...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate the future of patient care by leading the strategy for a connected Smart Room platform. Drive product vision, manage partnerships, and enhance hospital experiences through integrated technolo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the future of connected care by leading the Smart Room strategy, integrating innovative technologies to enhance patient experiences and streamline workflows in healthcare settings. Drive prod...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $192K *

Join a team that's redefining mobile delivery solutions by building and maintaining a robust Android app. Collaborate with engineers to enhance features, improve code quality, and tackle real-time dat...

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of search by ensuring high-quality evaluation data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and drive strategic decisions on data acquisition, playing a v...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $214K *

Transform manufacturing test engineering by leading innovative strategies, ensuring quality and scalability across multiple products while enhancing automation and data analytics for superior operatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$193K - $262K *

Lead transformative supply chain strategies for advanced robotic products, integrating technical innovation with strategic management to redefine industrial automation and drive product development fr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.