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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$248K - $335K *

Lead a cross-functional team focused on enhancing application performance across web, iOS, Android, and desktop platforms. Define and implement measurement standards to drive software improvements imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Analyze and implement innovative third-party logistics systems, leveraging expertise in enterprise-scale applications and technology integration to enhance operational efficiency and client satisfacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$156K - $230K *

Transform engineering execution by maturing software delivery frameworks, enhancing planning, testing, and incident responses. Collaborate across teams, driving consistency in workflows while minimizi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $240K *

Reimagine your career with a leadership role in developing innovative AI platforms that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth. Shape architectural designs and collaborate cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of release management for critical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance across various systems. Engage in hands-on deployments, enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join our R&D team as you shape the future of strategy execution tools. Lead user research, define product requirements, collaborate with engineering, and drive successful launches while remaining focu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $193K *

Shape the future of web applications by leveraging your frontend expertise to solve complex customer experience challenges, mentor engineers, and enhance development workflows while harnessing AI tool...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Invent robust media pipelines and services to enhance real-time systems. Shape the future of LiveKit by optimizing media features, ensuring reliability, and driving performance in diverse environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$121K - $193K *

Lead engineering excellence by designing and maintaining scalable services, ensuring quality through best practices and AI-assisted tooling, and translating business needs into technical solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $180K *

Shape the future of business operations by leading complex, cross-functional programs. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive transformation and deliver strategic initiatives that enhance organizati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $234K *

Lead the charge in successful project execution, managing timelines, budgets, and team coordination for Guidewire projects while developing essential skills for future growth in program management rol...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $106K *

Champion AI-driven product development in healthcare! Drive product strategy and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance EHR capabilities, ensuring alignment with clinical and market needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Champion the execution of complex B2B SaaS workflows, translating business needs into clear, actionable requirements while collaborating with Engineering, UX, and QA teams for successful product deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in cloud transformation initiatives, serving as a principal architect who provides technical oversight and innovative solutions for client projects, ensuring seamless delivery and ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $248K *

Lead the Enterprise Applications portfolio, driving strategic PLM initiatives, managing integrations, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic global environment, while collaborating cross-functionally to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $220K *

Champion innovative strategies to transform software and data engineering, leading the Privia Data Foundry’s multi-year roadmap by enhancing cloud modernization, AI integration, and engineering excell...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $175K *

Engage as a Staff DevOps Engineer, driving platform improvements and mentoring engineers to ensure high-quality software delivery. Collaborate across teams to solve complex problems and enhance automa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $158K *

Elevate your career by leading the vision and architecture of data reporting and analytics. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation in Business Intelligence and ensure the success of IT-led proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $225K *

Transform the logistics landscape by architecting data integrations for the U.S. military. Lead complex system-of-systems projects, ensuring smooth data flow across environments while guiding a skille...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$230K *

Join a team that's empowering mobile innovation. Lead engineering efforts to build high-quality, user-centric mobile applications while mentoring talent and shaping a collaborative culture. Drive exce...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development of innovative backend solutions using Python and AWS. Collaborate with a dynamic team to architect scalable systems, integrate AI tools, and drive product excellence in a fast...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading teams to enhance customer experience, drive innovation, and implement best practices in technology across product lines while fostering a collaborative and h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Pioneer modern network security by leading a dedicated team to create automated, identity-aware policies in a cloud-native fintech environment, enhancing protection of sensitive financial data across...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving commercial growth through strategic partnerships and clinical trial opportunities while collaborating across departments to enhance business development efforts in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Drive IT excellence by leading a transformative team focused on operational efficiency, system reliability, and proactive support, ensuring a seamless technology experience across corporate and restau...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 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.