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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$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead cross-functional teams and manage client projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while fostering effective communication and collaboration. Elevate project outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by shaping strategy, fostering collaboration, and leading a high-performing team through rapid change. Drive innovation in AI observability while ensuring alignment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver user-centric web applications by designing and implementing intuitive interfaces. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex problems and enhance application performance while st...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that’s dedicated to designing and coordinating dry utilities. Collaborate with clients and project teams to ensure smooth installations and approvals, maintaining high standards of custome...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Lead a high-impact team to optimize platform engineering, ensuring scalable, reliable systems. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance operational excellence, and foster a culture of technical innovation...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $213K *

Transform integration solutions by designing and developing robust MuleSoft applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery and optimize performance while mentori...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead software development initiatives by designing scalable web applications, mentoring a team, and driving technical solutions to enhance user experience and performance across products. Collaborate...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $230K *

Lead and elevate program delivery for a complex, multi-disciplinary initiative. Drive strategic orchestration, foster team growth, and ensure compliance while optimizing outcomes through innovative pr...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $210K *

Take ownership of strategic finance partnerships, driving SaaS growth insights and revenue forecasting while leading a dedicated FP&A team to enhance financial models and reporting processes across mu...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electro-mechanical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and optimize the design, testing, and evaluation of complex hardware subsyst...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the engineering function in AI transformation. Drive technical direction, manage a dynamic team, and ensure delivery of scalable solutions that meet business needs across t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$350K - $500K+*

Drive the full development lifecycle for diverse projects, from site selection to stabilization. Lead a team, manage budgets, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by leading product development from insights to launch. Oversee marketing and R&D to create a robust pipeline of menu innovations that enhance brand differentiation and profitability...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Partner with us to deliver expert guidance on software for safety-critical systems. Collaborate with development and sales teams, providing training and solutions to enhance product integration and cu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $183K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by leading a dynamic Salesforce development team. Drive architecture, oversee operations, and partner cross-functionally to enhance our GTM systems. Your technical experti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Innovate with us to design and deploy AI-driven software solutions for diverse industries. Lead full-stack engineering efforts, ensuring secure, scalable, and efficient production-ready applications w...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative electric utility projects while supervising a dynamic team of engineers. Drive quality, foster collaboration, and enhance client relationships to ensure succes...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive the growth and direction of a high-performing software team, fostering a collaborative environment while ensuring technical excellence and strategic alignment with business goals to deliver inno...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovative software solutions by building applications that enhance scientific workflows. Collaborate closely with engineers to integrate instrument capabilities and ensure reliable data handlin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading the design and development of a cloud-native card issuing and payment processing platform, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operati...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $190K *

Lead the charge in federal business development, driving growth through strategic opportunity management, relationship building, and compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance pipeline health and s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software by leading full-stack development using .NET and Angular. Collaborate within Agile teams to build scalable web applications that enhance business aircraft performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming experimental ideas into reliable software solutions. As a senior software engineer, you'll design, implement, and debug critical systems while collaboratin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive engineering excellence, operational efficiency, and customer-focused delivery across multi-disciplinary platforms. Lead and mentor teams while improving service resilience...

Vaughan, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $142K *

Support the development of innovative control software for advanced vacuum systems. Engage in automation and data analysis while collaborating with a dynamic engineering team to enhance product perfor...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.