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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$172K - $251K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of autonomous vehicle evaluation, driving system-level integration, developing groundbreaking metrics, and leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$220K - $230K *

Join a team that's transforming education through innovative cloud-native platforms. As a Principal Engineer, you'll lead cross-functional initiatives, influence technical strategy, and mentor teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Grow your impact by architecting and developing scalable backend systems. Lead technical teams to innovate in distributed services, ensuring high performance and reliability within a collaborative, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $270K *

Transform commercial excellence at a global scale, leading continuous improvement initiatives within sales, marketing, and service teams to drive sustainable growth and strategic impact in life scienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$169K - $284K *

Empower a transformative API and integration platform vision, defining strategy and roadmap while partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions for customers and partners. Driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform your career with impactful auditing and training roles in risk adjustment. Collaborate with management to enhance coding compliance, drive performance improvement, and foster a culture of ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Innovate and lead the development of scalable platform solutions, driving engineering excellence through full software lifecycle ownership and collaborative problem-solving across diverse teams and te...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions as a technical leader, driving architecture and engineering excellence. Collaborate on enterprise-scale platforms, optimizing performance and scalability while men...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $212K *

Drive digital growth and e-commerce initiatives across product lines, enhancing customer experience and unlocking new commercial models. Lead strategy, execution, and team management to increase reven...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions by mentoring developers, driving code quality, and optimizing performance across modern frontend and backend frameworks...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $186K *

Lead the charge in overseeing product testing strategies and execution, managing and mentoring an engineering team while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure project quality and delivery aligns...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Drive a culture of continuous improvement by leading global Aero Value Stream initiatives. You'll enhance outage standards, streamline processes, and champion Lean practices while collaborating with d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $249K *

Partner with us to drive strategic HR Technology initiatives, architecting and governing the Workday ecosystem while leading AI enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful integrat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $177K *

Innovate cutting-edge LLM-driven systems to transform data interaction, enhance productivity, and lead AI initiatives in a collaborative, hands-on environment within a fast-paced, data-focused team...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Develop and lead innovative software engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-quality SaaS products. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration in a fast-paced, customer-focused e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering top-tier physical security solutions across mission-critical environments. Oversee project management, commissioning, and technical coordination to ensure se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $210K *

Drive the execution of project management services, overseeing teams to ensure delivery aligns with scope, schedule, and budget while engaging effectively with stakeholders and adapting to dynamic pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$280K - $330K *

Lead the charge in redefining our reporting strategy, fostering innovation in data systems while building and guiding high-performing teams. Pioneering an AI-native platform, you will shape a user-cen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Grow your career with us as you lead teams in software development, guiding large-scale projects across global locations while optimizing engineering processes and driving innovative solutions in a dy...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $235K *

Optimize operational workflows by leading a talented team, driving product vision, and enhancing decision-making in a collaborative environment focused on automation and AI to achieve measurable outco...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$213K - $263K *

Transform training experiences by designing comprehensive systems for evolving operational needs, utilizing cutting-edge simulation technology to enhance real-world applications and ensure role profic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$117K - $129K *

Unlock potential by overseeing daily operations for performance-related projects, ensuring efficiency and accuracy in reporting and analytics, while collaborating with field and internal teams to driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$73K - $110K *

Lead daily operations of professional fee coders, ensuring efficient charge submissions and staff training. This remote role spans team management and coding expertise, contributing to enhanced health...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $165K *

Shape global total rewards strategies to attract, retain, and motivate talent. Oversee compensation, benefits, and wellness programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with company culture...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Champion payment solutions by enhancing financial infrastructure accuracy, ensuring timely worker payouts, accurate billing, and effective fraud prevention, while engaging collaboratively with operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.