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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$202K - $343K *

Lead the product strategy for a comprehensive fraud and financial crimes portfolio. Drive innovation and collaboration across teams, ensuring scalable solutions for diverse clients while enhancing pro...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing IT operations, vendor relationships, and internal projects. Lead endpoint management and ensure service quality while driving technology transitions and compliance init...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage clinical trials, ensuring timely execution and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional partners and vendors to drive operational success in immunology rese...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

Champion quality assurance by shaping testing strategies and automating workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high standards without hindering delivery. Drive efficiency and rel...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $275K *

Drive the transformation of banking by guiding product strategies for an innovative Banking as a Service platform, ensuring alignment across teams to deliver impactful financial solutions...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $165K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading complex pharmaceutical marketing campaigns, mentoring teams, and ensuring strategic alignment with client objectives while driving operational success...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $109K *

Advance the future of Building Information Modeling by leading BIM strategies, ensuring model quality, and mentoring teams. Drive innovation through technology initiatives and enhance project delivery...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Lead the optimization of cross-pillar workflows, ensuring technical soundness and operational effectiveness. Collaborate with engineering and product teams to enhance product adoption and drive measur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of strategic finance for the GTM organization, providing forecasting, planning, and data-driven insights to optimize revenue growth, enhance decision-making, and support high-impact ini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project management excellence by delivering best practices in IT systems integration and infrastructure analysis, ensuring compliance with security standards while supporting the Department of...

Colorado, USRemote

5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop innovative automation solutions. Leverage your expertise in application development and automation tools to enhance efficiency and drive strategic goals withi...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $160K *

Design innovative solutions for a secure online proctored testing platform, guiding engineering teams in modernizing architecture and ensuring scalable, reliable delivery while enhancing candidate and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$111K - $163K *

Join a team dedicated to driving successful IT project outcomes through effective management methodologies, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion while aligning with business goals and fostering c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$143K - $179K *

Shape and lead client implementations for a cutting-edge trading platform, guiding asset and wealth managers through system configuration and go-live processes while ensuring client satisfaction and p...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $370K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of technical sales professionals to deliver innovative solutions. Engage with clients to drive results, enhance collaboration, and optimize sales strategies...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$117K - $166K *

Join a team that's redefining eCommerce by building scalable backend services in a dynamic, AWS environment. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to enhance platform capabilities and improv...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in managing client-facing security operations, overseeing a high-performing team, and acting as a trusted advisor. Drive incident response, tool management, and process improvement to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $173K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence by designing scalable systems, influencing cross-team initiatives, and delivering high-impact solutions while mentoring engineers and upholding high s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$162K - $258K *

Drive the design and implementation of cutting-edge GenAI solutions, leading the development of LLM capabilities and ML pipelines to enhance insurance workflows and deliver impactful outcomes for cust...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $129K *

Engage in leading diverse technical initiatives, ensuring projects meet client needs through effective planning, execution, and communication across teams to drive successful outcomes and customer sat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining forensics and collections globally. Lead a skilled team, enhance operational efficiency, and drive client engagement while ensuring compliance and defensibility across re...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and management of robust and scalable network infrastructure for hyperscale data centers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and reliability in support...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving the end-to-end product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define functional requirements, and enhancing user experiences through innovative product fea...

Los Angeles, CARemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead, mentor, and develop a software engineering team driving customer data conversion. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure project delivery success while advocating for process efficiency a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $357K *

Transform growth strategies by leading AI initiatives, targeting key customers, and driving adoption through innovative partnerships and market insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product of...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.