Welcome to the Director of Software Engineering Jobs Category

Explore a wide range of Director of Software Engineering positions with leading companies in various industries. This challenging yet rewarding field needs leaders who can manage complex software projects, incorporate innovative technologies, and lead engineering teams.

Job Roles and Requirements

As a Director of Software Engineering, you will be responsible for overseeing software design and development processes while ensuring the team meets project goals. Knowledge of various software technologies, project management, and leadership skills are crucial for this role.

Career Growth and Opportunities

The field of Software Engineering presents various growth opportunities for directors. With the right experience and skills, you can advance your career by stepping into roles like VP of Engineering, CTO, etc. Check out the current listings to find your next step.

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$148K - $253K *

Lead the charge in shaping and executing the product strategy for the Energy vertical, ensuring Spotfire delivers value across the oil & gas lifecycle through analytics and innovative workflows, while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $253K *

Empower the Energy vertical by leading product strategy and enhancing analytics solutions across the oil & gas lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer-focused initiatives...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $160K *

Develop and enhance backend services using Java and TypeScript, leading architectural strategies and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, high-performance solutions that drive...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $310K *

Join a team that's redefining technical excellence in customer engagements. Lead and innovate with a growing team of Forward Deployed Engineers to drive enterprise strategy and implementation across h...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and lead as a Senior Software Engineer, guiding projects and mentoring talent while driving scalable solutions and enhancing developer experiences across a dynamic engineering platform...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by shaping AI agent interactions with Pinecone’s API, SDK, and web surfaces. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, efficient systems that enhance developer and agent experience...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Empower a dynamic team in shaping product strategy for content ingestion and distribution. Drive multi-quarter vision, streamline workflows, and lead innovation to enhance the content delivery experie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Transform autonomous operations by leading a skilled engineering team. Engage in technical direction, drive product initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable systems whi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a high-performing team to design and enhance critical software systems for autonomous vehicles. You’ll optimize performance and user experience in safety-critical applications across diverse envi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $195K *

Transform workforce identity and access management by leading engineering efforts, ensuring secure and efficient operations while driving strategic initiatives that enhance user experience and operati...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the re-platforming of a scalable, high-throughput data layer, ensuring seamless integration and audit-ready evidence while working collaboratively across teams to enhance reliability and perf...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate and build cutting-edge software solutions that enhance business processes. Collaborate with stakeholders, leverage AI tools, and deliver scalable applications that shape strategic decision-ma...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive technical leadership across teams while remaining hands-on in coding. Influence architectural strategies for critical systems, mitigating risks and enhancing engineering efficiency through mento...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $183K *

Transform workplace technologies by designing and automating systems that enhance collaboration, reliability, and user experiences across platforms, while identifying opportunities for efficiency and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $139K *

Transform workplace technologies by designing, building, and maintaining automations that enhance collaboration, security, and user experience while contributing to innovative projects that shape the...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $250K *

Lead fullstack engineering teams to drive impact in product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate AI-powered solutions and foster a culture of quality. Build and inspire a h...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $180K *

Advance software solutions by designing and supporting Java-based applications. Engage in troubleshooting, automation, and collaboration across teams to enhance system performance and reliability in d...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's designing and developing innovative software solutions. You'll tackle diverse challenges, providing application support, debugging, and enhancing products while collaborating with c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Build and lead a pre-sales function that drives enterprise growth through strict standards, strategic coaching, and operational excellence while maintaining rigorous deal evaluation and fostering a hi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Lead the charge in building and managing a high-performing team while executing strategies for efficient designs, testing, and integration of software components to deliver exceptional services consis...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the development of security software for silicon and firmware, ensuring robust protection through the architecture of trust chains, encrypted pathways, and threat defense mechanisms. Bridge hardw...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the transformation of Vanta’s data platform by leading the migration from Mongo to Postgres, ensuring integrity and performance while collaborating across teams during this critical transition p...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Empower engineering excellence by leading technical strategies and architectural innovations, fostering collaboration across teams, and driving the evolution of scalable systems in the energy sector w...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$177K - $257K *

Lead the charge in architecting a robust, Kafka-driven data ecosystem. Spearhead innovation for seamless data interoperability, operational excellence, and collaboration across teams, enhancing our id...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What are the main responsibilities of a Director of Software Engineering?question toggle

    A Director of Software Engineering oversees the design and development of software systems. They manage the software engineering team, establish project goals, ensure quality standards, and communicate with stakeholders to align the software solutions with business objectives.

  • What skills are required for a Director of Software Engineering job?question toggle

    Skills required include a solid understanding of software development, project management, leadership, and communication skills. Additionally, it's beneficial to have a strong grasp of new technologies, analytical skills, and problem-solving ability.

  • What is the career path for a Director of Software Engineering?question toggle

    A Director of Software Engineering can progress into higher-level roles such as VP of Engineering or Chief Technology Officer (CTO), or they might choose to specialize in a specific area of software development.