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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$162K - $203K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading the Client Platform Team across iOS, Android, and Web. Drive operational success, enhance developer productivity, and ensure high-quality client experiences t...

4 weeks ago

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

$174K - $218K *

Lead the charge in enhancing client platform experiences across iOS, Android, and Web. Drive team development, operational excellence, and technical innovation to ensure high-quality, reliable, and sc...

4 weeks ago

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

$165K - $205K *

Lead the federal growth strategy by developing innovative capture and proposal approaches, building key relationships, and driving revenue in a dynamic environment. Play a critical role in shaping org...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$173K - $198K *

Join a team that's redefining performance marketing by leading the IPN Campaign Platform. Drive strategy, manage a talented team, and leverage AI to enhance product delivery while collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$185K - $210K *

Engage with clients to drive retention and growth strategies, fostering deep relationships and collaboration across teams. Leverage market insights to enhance product offerings and ensure client succe...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$220K - $240K *

Shape the future of loyalty by leading the technical execution and innovation of AI-powered features in a rapidly evolving product landscape, driving cross-functional initiatives with a focus on archi...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $202K *

Lead impactful initiatives by analyzing data and building tools that drive revenue growth. Collaborate with product teams to identify gaps, streamline processes, and enhance enterprise readiness, ensu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$262K - $364K *

Unlock potential by leveraging AI/ML to enhance search ad experiences, driving innovation and optimization. Collaborate across teams to design and deploy scalable solutions that transform user engagem...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative AI solutions by managing a dynamic team focused on customer engagement and scaling impactful, AI-driven engineering practices...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in multi-SIEM engineering, driving platform delivery and integration. Collaborate with teams to optimize security operations, ensuring high-quality, repeatable deployments across Googl...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative AI-driven solutions by managing a dual-function team of engineers and data scientists, enhancing customer engagements, and optimizing delivery models for impac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $161K *

Develop insights into the competitive landscape of security products, analyzing trends and competitor strategies to inform product management decisions. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance produ...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$198K - $297K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of mobile applications, leveraging your expertise in Android development and AI technologies to create exceptional user experiences and drive innovation in a co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by owning the technical architecture and delivery of innovative DeFi products, ensuring scalability and performance while leading a talented engineering team in a fast-paced envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K *

Transform the future of public safety as a Director of Product Management, leading a high-performing team to define and deliver innovative SaaS products. Collaborate across departments to drive produc...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower enterprise customers by delivering seamless solutions through hands-on collaboration, technical expertise, and strong project execution in a high-travel, client-facing role that ensures succes...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower security engineering teams to build scalable tools that enhance product security. Lead cross-functional collaboration, drive strategic initiatives, and cultivate a high-performing team to miti...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $292K *

Unlock the potential of open source by leading a global team to drive impactful contributions, enhance community engagement, and shape strategic direction across key ecosystems. Collaborate with cross...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $275K *

Transform the AI/ML landscape by leading a high-performing team to drive innovative solutions in search, recommendations, and fraud detection, aligning technical strategies with customer needs and bus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $256K *

Unlock potential by leading complex technical programs that enhance engineering processes and drive cross-functional collaboration across scientific domains, ensuring alignment and operational excelle...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $272K *

Drive the future of Snapdragon technology by leading product management initiatives across diverse markets, ensuring optimal performance and innovation in chipsets for mobile, automotive, and IoT appl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation by designing and developing high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features while ensuring code quality and maintainability ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$165K - $226K *

Transform the future of identity operations by building reliable autonomous agents. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance AI software, ensuring quality and efficiency for over 20,000 customers wh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $230K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and team development across a diverse portfolio, ensuring financial health and operational excellence while fostering a culture of growth and continuou...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$262K - $364K *

Champion innovative AI/ML security solutions by leading technical strategy and architectural design to protect enterprise systems against emerging threats, ensuring robust defenses and measurable outc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.