Director, Software Development Jobs at Ladders

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Why Choose a Career as a Director of Software Development?

A career in software development, especially at a managerial level, is a lucrative choice due to the increasing demand for technological solutions in the modern business environment. The role is an intriguing mesh of technical expertise and team leadership.

What to Expect in This Role

As a Director, Software Development, you will oversee the strategy and implementation of software development and ensure that your team delivers high-quality software products in a timely manner.

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$125K - $150K *

Lead and mentor Agile software engineering teams, driving innovation and delivery for core platform services. Foster collaboration, guide architectural strategy, and enhance development using AI tools...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead and inspire a diverse engineering team driving cutting-edge access governance solutions. Enhance user access reviews and compliance, while leveraging AI tools for improved efficiency and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage engineering teams in driving innovative governance solutions, ensuring alignment with business objectives while providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment. Lead...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join as a Director of Software Engineering, leading modernization and strategic development across key product lines while fostering innovation in AI adoption and agile practices. Drive team performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Content Engineering by guiding distributed technology teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic planning and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$217K - $242K *

Engage engineering talent to drive scalable, AI-powered solutions within a complex cloud ecosystem. Lead a large team, partner with cross-functional stakeholders, and establish a strategic vision that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $234K *

Empower teams by leading a large engineering organization focused on innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to align engineering strategy with business goals and dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $247K *

Join a team that's driving AI-native software delivery by leading diverse tech teams, aligning strategies with business priorities while championing engineering excellence and operational effectivenes...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming our platform capabilities by guiding an expert team through innovative development and seamless migration to advanced Microsoft technologies in a highly regulated envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead, mentor, and drive software projects ensuring safety and compliance in aerospace technology. Your leadership will guide engineers in delivering innovative solutions efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$240K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing engineering strategy, managing high-performing teams, and enhancing customer-facing applications while driving technology modernization and operational exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $275K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team to create and manage internal software platforms. Drive technical direction and standards, ensuring successful delivery while collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $225K *

Lead engineering teams in developing AI-native software and managing cross-pod operations, driving architectural excellence, mentoring talent, and ensuring robust delivery in a fast-paced, collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer the future of AI security by designing and building core identity and authorization systems. Lead cross-team technical decisions that impact agent identity, trust establishment, and real-time...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Create and lead a new AI-driven engineering practice, ensuring high-quality delivery of next-gen software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate standards and optimize performance in re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading Release Engineering, SecDevOps, and SRE functions. Define processes and strategy to improve reliability and velocity in a global team, ensuring soft...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $215K *

Grow your career with a leading team championing quality assurance in payment systems. Leverage AI methodologies to design automated testing frameworks, ensuring robust performance and zero downtime i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive the technical vision and architecture for the platform, leading engineering across multiple teams, ensuring reliability and compliance while fostering a collaborative environment for innovation...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$154K - $212K *

Drive the future of software infrastructure by shaping developer platforms and AI tooling. Collaborate broadly to enhance engineer productivity and deliver impactful solutions across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower high-performing Agile teams globally to deliver innovative software solutions while ensuring quality and alignment with business strategies. Foster technical excellence and continuous improvem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $275K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leading a high-performing engineering team. Drive technical strategy, promote best practices, and ensure top-notch quality in product delivery while aligning w...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $296K *

Reimagine network functionalities by leading software engineering projects that enhance scalable systems. Collaborate cross-functionally, oversee design phases, and ensure high-quality software releas...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that’s driving innovation in software development. This role involves crafting high-quality code across front and back-end technologies, collaborating with diverse teams, and delivering im...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of engineering by driving strategic initiatives that elevate engineering excellence and foster a collaborative culture within our fast-growing team focused on Governance, Risk, an...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $180K *

Shape your career by leading the development of advanced healthcare analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable ML and AI applications, while mentoring junior en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director, Software Development do?question toggle

    A Director, Software Development is responsible for managing and leading the software development team, strategizing and overseeing software projects, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality software products.

  • What is the average salary for a Director, Software Development?question toggle

    While the salary can vary depending on several factors including geography and experience, the average salary for a Director, Software Development on Ladders is well above $100,000.

  • What skills are necessary for a Director, Software Development?question toggle

    Key skills include technical proficiency, project management skills, strong communication, and leadership abilities.