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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$202K - $226K *

Accelerate our paid media marketing efforts by leading a high-performing team to drive efficient customer acquisition and revenue growth. Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to optimize...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Lead a dynamic team of developers while driving impactful technical solutions. Oversee projects, align business needs with technical execution, and ensure high-quality delivery through effective manag...

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4 weeks ago

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

$200K - $270K *

Lead the strategy and execution of complex hardware programs, driving product development from concept to launch while managing cross-functional teams to deliver reliable connected-device experiences...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $240K *

Drive innovation in Fleet Management and Internal Tooling, enhancing customer experiences through strategic product development and cross-functional collaboration, from concept to launch, ensuring sea...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a high-performing team of backend engineers to build scalable cloud services and AI-driven platforms. Drive technical strategy, architecture, and best practices while collaborating with cross...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $294K *

Shape the future of home insurance by leading engineering efforts that integrate AI into policy administration and underwriting, enhancing agent and consumer experiences while ensuring compliance in a...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $231K *

Lead the charge in crafting impactful user experiences across multiple sectors. Drive design strategies, engage with customers, and collaborate closely with product and engineering teams to shape end...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $175K *

Shape the future of user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces that empower women in their health journeys. Collaborate across teams to create impactful solutions that merge user insights with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $350K *

Champion R&D initiatives, driving hardware and software development to achieve technological readiness. Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for robot...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$262K - $364K *

Transform large-scale software solutions by providing technical leadership and influencing a distributed team. Drive project success through design, development, and deployment while ensuring alignmen...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $280K *

Champion innovation by leading a talented team of infrastructure engineers while actively engaging in hands-on engineering tasks. Shape the infrastructure roadmap and ensure the delivery of high-quali...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing infrastructure team while driving hands-on engineering initiatives. Shape the infrastructure roadmap and ensure the reliability of critical services thr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $195K *

Join a team that's redefining strategic project management by partnering with cross-functional leaders to align priorities, drive governance, and optimize enterprise initiatives while fostering a cult...

4 weeks ago

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

$149K - $198K *

Innovate visualization solutions that enhance user experiences across diverse teams. Collaborate on complex workflows, drive best practices in performance, and deliver value quickly in a dynamic, prod...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$149K - $198K *

Join a team that's redefining in-car visualization for autonomous vehicles. Contribute hands-on to enhance customer experiences and internal applications, collaborating across disciplines to drive inn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$138K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing complex experiential technology projects, overseeing execution from concept to delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-friendly instal...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $296K *

Advance the development of innovative software solutions, integrating scalable and secure applications while mentoring teams. Drive technical leadership and ensure quality assurance throughout the sof...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$95K - $115K *

Drive product marketing strategies from alpha to general availability, collaborating with product managers and engineers. Shape messaging, oversee launches, and utilize analytics to ensure successful...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate how products reach the market by leading launches, shaping messaging, and collaborating with teams to ensure successful adoption and sales readiness. Drive strategy and insights to enhance pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $247K *

Elevate your career by leading data engineering initiatives to enhance cyber analytics. Drive innovation in data storage, pipelines, and integration while managing a skilled team to deliver actionable...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$177K - $239K *

Deliver impactful hardware component initiatives by leading cross-organizational teams through the entire lifecycle, from design to manufacturing and sustainment, ensuring optimal performance and supp...

1 week ago

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

$140K - $170K *

Pioneer strategic partnerships within the pharmaceutical sector, leveraging expertise in programmatic trading and client engagement to deliver exceptional value and drive revenue growth through collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Android Engineer, owning major features, enhancing user experiences, and collaborating across teams to drive product innovation in a fast-paced, flat organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining AI silicon by optimizing models and infrastructure from training to deployment, ensuring seamless performance on cutting-edge GPU and AI-accelerator systems. Collaborate...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $198K *

Innovate and implement cutting-edge visualization solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance user interfaces and drive best practices in performance and scalability. Deliver impactful experience...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.