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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$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to architecting robust AI infrastructure for production systems. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems and performance engineering to solve complex problems and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $232K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical innovation by leading a dynamic team of software engineers. Drive technical excellence and Agile practices within a FDA-regulated environment, utilizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $220K *

Drive strategic product innovation and management across diverse property products, enhancing member value while fostering growth and market relevance through dynamic leadership and cross-functional c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$260K - $365K *

Champion transformative AI-native developer productivity programs across teams. Drive strategy execution while building trust and alignment in engineering, enhancing workflows, and ensuring sustainabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $166K *

Invent scalable cloud solutions that modernize workforce tools, applying deep engineering skills and AI expertise to enhance operational efficiency for millions of students and schools. Collaborate ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of scalable AWS infrastructure, ensuring security, efficiency, and collaboration across engineering teams while driving cloud technology adoption and operational excellence in a r...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $270K *

Pioneer the future of cloud infrastructure by leading a hands-on team to enhance developer enablement and operational efficiency, ensuring scalable AI-native solutions that drive business success and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

Lead the charge in hardware engineering operations, driving design, manufacturing, and process improvements while ensuring product quality and compliance. Collaborate across teams to introduce innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of veteran healthcare by overseeing transformative modernization projects, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring stakeholder collaboration for impactful service delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$113K - $129K *

Develop and implement strategic security operations for large-scale events, providing expert guidance in security assessments, mitigation strategies, and compliance. Collaborate with clients and cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by spearheading growth in pharmacovigilance and regulatory services. Engage clients and expand services through strategic business development, utilizing strong relationships and expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $130K *

Lead the successful delivery of complex technology projects, managing scope, timelines, and budgets while aligning cross-functional teams to business goals. Leverage Agile methodologies to drive perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engineer innovative project delivery strategies that align with business goals. Oversee planning, execution, and stakeholder coordination to drive high-quality results in a dynamic, Agile environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize data engineering practices as you design scalable schemas and improve data governance across our innovative platform, enhancing the way customers secure and interact with their data...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Innovate at the systems level by optimizing FUSE-based storage technologies, enhancing Linux file systems, and improving performance for critical infrastructure applications in AI and HPC environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead, mentor, and contribute to engineering excellence while managing a team of engineers. Spearhead complex software projects across diverse tech stacks and drive technical solutions that deliver val...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise architecture with AI-driven practices that integrate modern technology solutions into product workflows, enhance delivery, and promote collaboration across eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $265K *

Innovate enterprise architecture by embedding AI-driven solutions and executable practices. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure architecture aligns with business goals, enhancing operational efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $115K *

Develop and implement scalable automation frameworks for robust testing of AI-driven cloud-native applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance quality assurance across multi-cloud envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K - $325K *

Architect the strategy for a cloud-based quantum developer platform, driving adoption by integrating classical computing workflows with quantum capabilities, defining future platform needs, and measur...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex software initiatives within budget and timeline. Leverage your deep project management and agile expertise to drive results...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of personalized experiences by designing and enhancing recommendation algorithms that utilize vast user data, delivering tailored product feeds through innovative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize enterprise product strategy by managing integrations, APIs, and custom configurations that serve diverse health systems and partners. Enable scalable solutions to enhance platform offerings a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$275K *

Join a dynamic engineering leadership team to drive scalable delivery, enhance operational models, and elevate product quality across an expanding SaaS platform while leveraging AI development workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $160K *

Drive innovation in software development by creating scalable backend services and APIs using Go. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment, ensuring top quality and performance in solutions that impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.