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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$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

$193K - $262K *

Empower the future of robotics by leading supply chain strategies for advanced automation products. Drive innovation from concept to deployment, integrating technical expertise with strategic vision t...

Yesterday

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

$262K - $364K *

Unlock your potential by leading high-impact engineering projects that shape the future of AI-driven advertising technology. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, develop, and enhance innovative s...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions that enhance user interaction and connectivity. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges and drive technology forward in a dyna...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $278K *

Strategize product vision and multi-year strategy for Maritime Digital Production, overseeing cross-domain initiatives in manufacturing software. Lead product managers, prioritize investments, and dri...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$221K - $387K *

Transform market strategies by adapting global AI product roadmaps to local needs. Drive commercial success through collaboration with sales and marketing, ensuring effective product positioning and c...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $141K *

Innovate with a team that builds scalable data solutions, enhances decision-making, and drives impactful enterprise products. Lead technical initiatives while mentoring engineers and improving systems...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$188K - $242K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical solutions for partner integrations, enhancing developer experiences through innovative SDKs, documentation, and automation. Drive impactful projects from design t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $280K *

Lead transformative AI, data, and customer experience initiatives, bridging strategy and execution. Establish governance and delivery frameworks to ensure measurable business impact across multiple te...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$139K - $285K *

Drive the analytics engineering team to create AI-ready data solutions, ensuring trusted access to data across the organization. Lead strategic initiatives, build self-service capabilities, and foster...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI products by designing, building, and maintaining full-stack applications and backend services, while ensuring platform reliability and security in a collabo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Advance the Maps Developer experience by engineering scalable APIs and tools. Collaborate with diverse teams to design and implement impactful mapping solutions, driving innovation in cartographic tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $200K *

Shape the future of innovative Android applications by driving feature development, enhancing user experiences, and collaborating cross-functionally in a dynamic environment. Ideal for strategic think...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $254K *

Lead the development of AI evaluation tools for healthcare, shaping product strategy and overseeing a team to enhance trust in AI solutions. Drive user value through continuous discovery and complianc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$169K - $254K *

Own the product strategy for an AI platform in healthcare, leading a team to develop evaluation tools that enhance trust and usability across diverse healthcare solutions. Drive user value and complia...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $262K *

Drive impactful data solutions by leading a team to enhance analytics platforms, ensuring high-quality insights for critical business decisions across the organization. Shape technical strategy while...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$190K - $262K *

Lead the charge in shaping the analytics platform, managing a team to enhance data insights across the organization. Drive technical strategy, optimize data processes, and ensure high-quality analytic...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential as you lead cross-functional teams in driving New Product Introductions for critical accounts. Manage risks, ensure timely delivery, and enhance customer satisfaction through eff...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in product onboarding for hyperscaler accounts. Lead cross-functional initiatives, manage risks, and ensure timely delivery while enhancing customer satisfaction...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$295K - $345K *

Elevate user experience by leading performance enhancements and stability initiatives across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify issues, implement solutions, and ensure robu...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

Shape the future of media intelligence by leading a dynamic software development team. Drive innovation in building scalable, high-quality applications while collaborating across departments to meet c...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of security and governance by leading a dynamic team to develop innovative access management solutions for both human and agent users, ensuring robust capabilities that scale with cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Champion user-centric design by shaping Android features, leading innovations, and ensuring reliable performance. Collaborate in a dynamic team to enhance app quality and push the boundaries of UI/UX...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $198K *

Lead the charge in building AI platform capabilities that power next-gen experiences, enabling teams to create scalable systems and multi-step workflows. Collaborate with engineers to develop reliable...

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  •   5 - 7 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.