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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$127K - $159K *

Transform global software infrastructure by developing and integrating e-commerce and application systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and performance while driving production excell...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$196K - $227K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$192K - $278K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of product marketing by leading strategic initiatives across engineering, cloud infrastructure, and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product narratives, launch dec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $245K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$194K - $285K *

Lead the strategy and architecture of a cutting-edge AI evaluation platform, ensuring quality and safety standards while driving multi-team adoption across engineering and product units for enterprise...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$194K - $285K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Drive the strategic product lifecycle for healthcare solutions, integrating complex systems to enhance patient access and provider workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver compliant, measu...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Unlock potential by leading the strategic product lifecycle for healthcare solutions, integrating complex systems to enhance patient access and provider workflows. Collaborate cross-functionally to de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Champion the strategic product lifecycle for healthcare solutions, driving innovation and collaboration across teams to enhance patient access and streamline workflows. Deliver measurable outcomes tha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $245K *

Transform healthcare solutions by leading product lifecycle strategies that enhance patient access and streamline workflows. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure, integrated solutions that drive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $250K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions that enhance customer experiences, guiding a team of engineers through an agile environment while driving best practices and continuous improvemen...

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

$171K - $247K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$103K - $186K *

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$103K - $186K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$143K - $175K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $250K *

Unlock potential by owning a product area end-to-end, collaborating with engineering and customers to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in a dynamic market...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$174K - $255K *

Shape the future of digital commerce by driving strategic growth initiatives that enhance customer engagement and purchasing experiences across multiple channels. Lead product strategy and execution t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$256K - $302K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance fan experiences through innovative ticketing solutions. Collaborate closely with product and design to drive quality and velocity in development, leveraging...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming user experiences by developing innovative Android features. Collaborate with diverse teams in a dynamic environment to drive app performance and quality while overcomin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform creative workflows by engineering end-to-end product experiences, merging advanced UI with AI capabilities. Collaborate in a fast-paced team to innovate and shape the future of browser-based...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$147K - $210K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

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  •   Less than 5 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.