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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$182K - $288K *

Lead the charge in embedding security into the software development lifecycle, scaling secure standards across engineering. Collaborate broadly within teams to promote a 'secure by default' culture wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $158K *

Explore your potential as a Technology Strategy Director, collaborating with senior leaders to enhance marketing technology strategies. Drive impactful consulting engagements and foster client relatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$197K - $240K *

Join us to define and own the product strategy for Wallets, shaping the future of stablecoin and payment solutions. Collaborate across teams to drive customer adoption and business impact through inno...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Deliver innovative Android solutions that enhance user experience while driving app growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape future features, ensure reliability, and tackle challenges in a dyna...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse design teams, overseeing project deliverables, and ensuring client needs are met with high-performance and sustainable outcomes. Collaborate and communicate effecti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of media planning by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet user needs and drive market success in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology as a Software Engineering Manager. Lead a high-performing squad to develop cutting-edge systems, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $156K *

Join us to develop and enhance our e-commerce platform, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality software solutions that improve customer experiences and drive business decisions...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our leading Android app, taking ownership of major features and driving exceptional user experiences while collaborating across teams to elevate app performance and mainta...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to enhance and scale critical storage systems, optimizing performance and reliability across Google's vast infrastructure while driving impactful solutions in distribute...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $273K *

Drive the delivery of critical cybersecurity programs, fostering innovation and collaboration across teams. Lead strategic initiatives in security domains, ensuring effective execution and stakeholder...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $185K *

Unlock the potential of rideshare by leading a cross-functional team to enhance user experiences in airports, scheduled rides, and events. Drive innovation and optimize complex logistics to create sea...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$178K - $221K *

Lead the charge in advancing verification and validation systems for cutting-edge humanoid robotics. Drive a high-performing team to ensure exceptional product quality and execution, while managing co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$188K - $274K *

Elevate user experiences by leading the integration of AI into XR platforms. Drive innovative design for multimodal interactions, bridging technology and user needs while collaborating across teams to...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $287K *

Join a team that's advancing an AI-driven testing platform, leading engineers to enhance product quality and infrastructure. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and operational excellenc...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of a dynamic PMO, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Lead transformation initiatives, enhance delivery practices, and foster cross-functional collaboration to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $201K *

Elevate user experience by leading a dynamic design team, driving innovative strategies, and ensuring high-quality product design for a secure and unified platform that meets diverse user needs across...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of our Android app, enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with design, shape our engineering practices, and drive features for our expanding user base i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Inspire innovation by leading a team of mechanical engineers to design cutting-edge thermal solutions for high-density systems. Drive projects from concept to production while collaborating across fun...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to tackling complex security challenges across infrastructure and services. You'll design innovative solutions that protect systems while enabling rapid development, foste...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $280K *

Shape the future of robotics as a technical lead driving system integration and mechanical design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product performance, manage cost engineering, and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer identity platforms, driving modernization and operational excellence while overseeing a multi-team engineering organization to enhance security and customer en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Advance global manufacturing engineering by leading strategic initiatives, capital investments, and technology transfers. Drive operational excellence and build high-performing teams to enhance effici...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Transform global manufacturing by leading engineering strategy and capital investments. Drive innovation, establish standards, and build high-performing teams to enhance operational excellence across...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.