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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$114K - $170K *

Help us drive product excellence by transforming requirements into actionable user stories, prioritizing backlogs, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful software delivery...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading a high-performing PMO, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with best practices while collaborating with executive leaders to meet client needs and drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$238K - $265K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team to lead board validation for AI infrastructure. Collaborate across functions to drive product development from concept to mass production, ensuring high-spee...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $194K *

Elevate user engagement by developing innovative frontend and backend features that enhance how millions discover and interact with entertainment content. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $187K *

Drive innovative solutions by leading technical relationships with major clients. Collaborate across teams to enhance data processing and optimize advertising platforms, ensuring seamless execution an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping user journeys by optimizing lifecycle strategies. Lead initiatives across email, push, and in-product messaging, enhancing engagement and driving retention through data-info...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

Seattle, WARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Elevate the future of advertising technology by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive innovative solutions and optimize large-scale projects while fostering a culture of collaboration and excelle...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing user experiences through innovative Android solutions. In this key role, you will lead development efforts, collaborate across departments, and enhance product relia...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Join a team that's redefining supply chain management by leading product strategy and migration for a comprehensive portfolio. Drive innovation and collaboration across aerospace and defense sectors w...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $260K *

Lead the design and architecture for key services while mentoring engineers and ensuring system reliability. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate and optimize high-scale distributed solutions in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a new Technical Program Management team, guiding TPMs to deliver impactful results while fostering collaboration across Engineering and Product. Drive strategic planning and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Play a key role in optimizing backend performance through innovative solutions. Tackle scalability challenges and enhance system reliability while collaborating with engineering teams on performance-d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower national security initiatives by developing advanced Android CNO capabilities. Collaborate with a skilled team to tackle complex challenges in vulnerability research, exploit development, and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Android applications, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance consumer and enterprise solutions while mentoring peers and ensuring high-quality software d...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$269K - $314K *

Champion the future of investor relations by owning the product roadmap for systems that enhance client experiences, ensuring seamless communication and data management for our Limited Partners...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$192K - $278K *

Manage the product strategy and execution for innovative agentic applications, guiding cross-functional teams to transform legacy workflows into intelligent, AI-driven experiences that enhance decisio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $260K *

Champion innovation by transforming cutting-edge technologies into impactful solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive product execution, engage with customers, and shape the future of techno...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$239K - $292K *

Lead engineering efforts to enhance internal systems, ensuring seamless employee experiences while driving innovation and efficiency as we scale during hyper-growth...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $246K *

Lead the charge in optimizing operational processes and training within Development, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and continuous improvement through standardized practices and effective stakeholde...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$262K - $364K *

Engineer innovative GenAI solutions to enhance content understanding and AI-generated experiences. Lead projects that bridge research and product, driving impactful advancements in search technology a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$323K - $399K *

Transform the future of mobility by leading systems integration and diagnostics for advanced vehicle platforms. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless ha...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $161K *

Join us in enhancing the Android ecosystem by ensuring quality through automated testing and performance optimization, while collaborating with developers and stakeholders to deliver seamless platform...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$270K - $365K *

Lead a dynamic engineering organization to transform offensive capabilities into proactive defense. Shape strategy, scale teams, and deliver innovative solutions across multiple pillars, ensuring robu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $365K *

Unlock potential by leading the performance strategy for a global distributed database. Drive architectural decisions, manage teams, and ensure high performance across releases while fostering collabo...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.