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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$225K - $275K *

Drive the observability program by identifying impactful use cases, prototyping solutions, and collaborating with teams to enhance business intelligence and workflow automation, ensuring measurable ad...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$232K - $280K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team to build foundational AI and ML capabilities, driving technical excellence and scalable solutions while fostering a culture of growth and collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $239K *

Transform the developer experience by driving strategy and vision for the Context Ecosystem, enhancing software delivery through innovative measurement frameworks and cross-functional leadership to ac...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $210K *

Elevate the mobile app experience by owning its architecture and driving innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new products, ensuring quality and performance while mentoring...

3 weeks ago

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

$262K - $364K *

Transform software development by leading full-stack projects, driving architecture, and enhancing security measures. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring future te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $152K *

Lead the charge in transforming mobile engineering by guiding a high-performing team of Android developers, expanding expertise to iOS and React Native while driving innovation and maintaining technic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$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...

3 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...

3 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

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $239K *

Unlock potential by driving the vision and strategy for developer experience, enhancing software development processes through measurement frameworks and cross-functional leadership to deliver high-qu...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$251K - $286K *

Drive innovation in developer experience by shaping product strategy and measurement frameworks, enhancing software delivery efficiency and quality across the organization. Lead cross-functional teams...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $239K *

Unlock potential by leading product management strategies that enhance developer experiences. Drive innovation and measurable outcomes across software development, transforming how teams build and del...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$251K - $286K *

Transform the developer experience by driving product strategy and measurement frameworks that enhance software delivery, ensuring high quality and efficiency across engineering teams...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $263K *

Transform the developer experience by leading product strategy and measurement frameworks, driving innovation and efficiency in software development at scale, while collaborating with cross-functional...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Lead technical initiatives and guide a talented team of engineers to enhance security data foundations, driving innovative solutions that align with product security goals across Cloud services...

1 month 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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   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...

3 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

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.