Director of Software Development Jobs

Explore Director of Software Development opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. These senior technology leaders guide software engineering teams, shape development strategy, and deliver reliable products and platforms aligned with business goals.

What Does a Director of Software Development Do?

Directors of Software Development oversee the people, processes, and technical plans behind software delivery. They partner with executives, product leaders, and engineering teams to set priorities, manage resources, improve development practices, and ensure projects meet requirements for quality, security, and performance. Depending on the organization, the role may include managing multiple teams, platforms, or product areas.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a strong background in software engineering and experience leading engineering managers or large development teams. Valuable strengths include technical judgment, strategic planning, budgeting, talent development, cross-functional communication, and familiarity with modern development methods, cloud platforms, architecture, and software delivery practices. Requirements vary by company, industry, and scope of responsibility.

Career Outlook and Opportunities

Director-level software development roles are available across technology companies and in sectors such as finance, healthcare, retail, and professional services. The position can lead to broader technology leadership, including vice president of engineering, chief technology officer, or other executive roles. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

Find Director of Software Development Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search Director of Software Development jobs to discover leadership positions that match your experience, preferred industry, and career goals.

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$120K - $150K *

Empower growth by leading market intelligence and analytics initiatives, driving strategic partnerships, and translating trends into actionable business strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to i...

Boston, MARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Lead the charge in transforming data into a strategic asset, ensuring quality and trust through authoritative systems while guiding organizations to make informed decisions with speed and confidence...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $229K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of insurance technology by leading engineering efforts, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance product effectiven...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$199K - $348K *

Transform complex agentic AI escalations into stable outcomes by diagnosing root causes, creating robust architectures, and enhancing team technical excellence while ensuring customer confidence and s...

San Diego, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $166K *

Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $160K *

Lead day-to-day reliability for our SRE-DevOps team, ensuring production AWS environments are secure and well-documented. Collaborate on automation, incident response, and compliance while working ind...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $245K *

Empower program delivery by leveraging AI-driven tools and automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage complex projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment wh...

San Jose, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$207K - $310K *

Transform incentive compensation operations by leading a global team to ensure accurate payouts, drive process improvements, and enhance seller experiences while collaborating across multiple function...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Inspire global engineering teams to excel in delivering scalable, cloud-native solutions. Lead architectural strategy and foster a high-performance culture while driving AI-driven development practice...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $156K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee complex software deployments, ensuring governance and stakeholder engagement across multiple sites. Drive successful outcomes for strategic customers while managing...

Tucson, AZRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $231K *

Build next-gen AI infrastructure as a Senior Engineer, owning subsystems from design to production. Shape projects for enterprise clients by leading and mentoring engineers while tackling unique infra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy and execution for a key applications portfolio, driving innovation and growth through AI integration while mentoring a high-performing team in a dynamic hea...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of applications and systems, ensuring quality and performance through coding, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions and m...

Lansing, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver results on time while effectively co...

Arkansas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $195K *

Lead strategic business development initiatives to identify and capture new opportunities. Collaborate with internal teams and industry partners to enhance proposal effectiveness and drive growth in n...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by driving product delivery excellence across teams. You'll ensure timely resolution of client requests and bugs, coordinating efforts between Product, Engineering, and Customer Ex...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $215K *

Transform AI experiences by architecting LLM-based agents that integrate with real-world tools, orchestrate tasks, and scale in production. Collaborate across teams to drive innovation and ensure high...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $240K *

Innovate your career by leading the product lifecycle and go-to-market strategies for security and monitoring solutions. Collaborate across functions to enhance client satisfaction and drive adoption...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $122K *

Join a team that's redefining DevOps by building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating workflows, and enhancing service delivery in AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliabl...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$220K - $260K *

Elevate the buying experience by leading product strategy, enhancing catalog quality, and optimizing marketplace economics. Drive measurable outcomes through collaboration with operations and engineer...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the Solutions Engineering function, driving technical excellence and customer engagement to design tailored data center solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless transitions fr...

Texas, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $255K *

Transform the financial engine of R&D by leading revenue strategies, pricing, and cost management. Collaborate with senior leaders to align short-term goals with long-term product vision, while buildi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$177K - $290K *

Transform enterprise architecture by defining and implementing core frameworks, driving AI integration, and building consensus across teams. Lead the development of standards and strategies to support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within a high-impact engineering team, driving automation and transparency in customer assessments. Foster a culture of accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to deliv...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as you design and enhance cutting-edge cloud solutions for diverse web and mobile platforms. Collaborate across teams to translate product vision into robust software while drivi...

Illinois, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Software Development leads software engineering teams and delivery, sets development priorities, allocates resources, and works with business and product leaders to deliver secure, reliable software.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Director of Software Development jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial software engineering experience, a record of leading teams, and strengths in strategy, communication, planning, and delivery. Specific technical and education requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do Director of Software Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on factors such as employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its compensation details.

  • Where can a Director of Software Development work?question toggle

    These leaders work across technology companies and many other industries, including finance, healthcare, retail, and professional services.

  • What roles can follow a Director of Software Development position?question toggle

    Potential next steps include vice president of engineering, senior technology leadership, or chief technology officer roles, depending on experience and organizational structure.