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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$186K - $396K *

Elevate your career by leading cloud security operations for large-scale environments. Drive strategy, build high-performing teams, and ensure compliance while overseeing AI-powered SaaS platforms. Ma...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Lead and inspire software development teams, driving delivery and fostering a high-performance culture. Ensure alignment with organizational goals while empowering talent and navigating challenges in...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $230K *

Lead the charge in R&D project leadership, overseeing firmware and OS integration for workstation platforms. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction th...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower our engineering team to innovate and excel in product development, fostering collaboration across disciplines to enhance quality and efficiency throughout the product lifecycle, leveraging mec...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software development initiatives, driving operational excellence and innovation for U.S. Intelligence Community agencies. Oversee product lifecycles and mentor engineers to...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$184K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving innovative cloud solutions for U.S. Intelligence agencies. Oversee software development, manage engineering teams, and ensure operational excellence while delivering high-qu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to drive innovative mobile payment solutions. Oversee technical direction, foster leadership, and ensure operational excellence while collaborating across f...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Invent and lead the future of enterprise architecture and engineering, driving technical decisions and team management in a dynamic environment. Transform complex systems into scalable, secure solutio...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate the technical architecture vision and execution across a product portfolio, driving the transition to a scalable, cloud-native SaaS environment while integrating AI, data, and security. Collab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead strategic initiatives in enterprise business applications, enhancing processes and technology partnerships. Collaborate across functions to optimize application capabilities and ensure alignment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $175K *

Transform customer experience by designing and delivering robust APIs and backend services. Own production features end-to-end, ensuring reliability and quality while collaborating with cross-function...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $350K *

Drive innovation by leading the Sales Tech engineering team to architect and deliver scalable revenue systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to enhance sales and marketing technology, ensu...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading innovative projects that enhance product development, streamline processes, and drive efficiency. Leverage your expertise to resolve challenges a...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$148K - $273K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative SoCs for cutting-edge SSD technology. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on design, validation, and implementation, ensuring top-quality semiconductor sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of embedded firmware development by leading a dynamic team of engineers. Drive innovation and quality in complex storage products through effective collaboration and technical lea...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the build infrastructure by leading the Bazel migration, designing remote execution, and enhancing CI/CD systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to optimize build times and establish bes...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving automation in CI/CD pipelines to enhance reliability and efficiency. As a Staff-level contributor, you'll blend AI techniques with software automation to support rapid devel...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance large-scale technology engagements by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring effective delivery, and maintaining project accountability, while driving client communication and excellence in...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $157K *

Shape the future of medical technology as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining embedded systems for innovative ophthalmic devices. Collaborate across teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive efficient development practices while leading a skilled software team to create top-notch supply chain management solutions across diverse sectors, ensuring timely project delivery and optimal t...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by developing and enhancing enterprise applications using C#, .NET, and modern technologies. Collaborate in a dynamic team to build cloud-based solutions while modernizing legacy syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $233K *

Champion developer infrastructure solutions by optimizing workflows, enhancing build systems, and driving collaborative projects. Engage with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges in software dev...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Elevate user experiences by leading UI development for innovative spectrum data products. Drive architecture, integrate AI capabilities, and create high-performance visualizations while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for overseeing construction activities, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role involves managing client relationships...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $200K *

Explore innovative solutions as you enhance site performance and scalability. Collaborate with engineering teams to streamline technology and develop robust monitoring tools, ensuring optimal deployme...

3 days ago

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

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.