Director, Software Engineering Jobs

Explore Director, Software Engineering opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Software Engineering guide teams that design, build, and maintain software products and platforms. They connect business goals with technical execution, helping organizations deliver reliable, secure, and scalable technology.

What Does a Director of Software Engineering Do?

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but commonly include setting engineering direction, leading managers and technical teams, shaping architecture decisions, and overseeing software delivery. Directors partner with product, security, operations, and executive stakeholders to prioritize work, manage resources, improve development practices, and address risks. They may also support hiring, coaching, performance management, and long-term talent development.

Skills and Experience Employers Value

Employers often seek a strong foundation in software development and engineering leadership, along with the ability to communicate clearly across technical and business teams. Relevant strengths can include organizational planning, software architecture, cloud platforms, agile delivery, security awareness, budgeting, and managing multiple teams. The right background depends on the employer’s products, technology stack, and organizational structure.

Explore Director, Software Engineering Careers

Director roles can be found across industries, from technology and financial services to healthcare, retail, and enterprise software. Compare opportunities by scope, company, location, work arrangement, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, making it easier to discover senior engineering leadership roles aligned with your experience and career goals.

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$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in major data center transactions, structuring complex deals and managing long-term infrastructure relationships to drive growth and strategic initiatives for the business...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $194K *

Engage with the developer community as you advocate for our platform, creating compelling content, conducting demos, and gathering feedback to enhance product features, all while building relationship...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $163K *

Shape the future of AI in our organization as a strategic leader driving enterprise-wide adoption and integration of AI technologies, enhancing productivity and delivering measurable results through i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic project initiatives across diverse departments, ensuring timely execution from inception to delivery. Foster collaboration and accountability in a fast-paced, high...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Unlock potential by owning executive-level client relationships, driving integrated strategies, and leading action-oriented touchpoints that translate insights into measurable outcomes while championi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$114K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing web experimentation across high-traffic pages. You'll set standards, design tests, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive impactful insights and enhance use...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $190K *

Pioneer cloud innovation by leading a team to design and manage scalable cloud systems. Shape standards and enhance architecture while ensuring security and operational excellence across platforms. Dr...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in software engineering excellence by guiding teams, ensuring high code quality, and delivering complex features. Collaborate cross-functionally to solve challenges and mentor junior e...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform customer engagement by delivering tailored product demonstrations, guiding technical discussions, and architecting solutions that meet unique educational needs across diverse sectors...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $194K *

Advance your career by leading a high-impact web experimentation program, driving data-driven decisions across key website pages, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize user experie...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a cross-functional team to architect, deliver, and enhance product outcomes, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering a culture of accoun...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-native software development. Drive engineering excellence by orchestrating autonomous agents and maintaining high-quality standards in a FedRAMP-authorized e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $175K *

Shape the future of user experiences by designing intuitive interfaces that empower women in their health journeys. Collaborate across teams to create impactful solutions that merge user insights with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$236K - $439K *

Transform customer experiences by uniting diverse functions and stakeholders across the organization to enhance patient journeys and drive strategic initiatives. Leverage influence and collaboration t...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of lead management and partner relationships by owning the Salesforce Lead-to-Opportunity and PRM domains. Drive strategy, execution, and collaboration across teams to enhance convers...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive growth by designing tailored software solutions for schools. Leverage your technical expertise to engage clients, deliver impactful demos, and collaborate with cross-f...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $200K *

Lead the charge in advancing power system simulation and grid engineering. Drive innovative research and advisory services while establishing EPRI's technical vision in grid modernization and DER inte...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $251K *

Drive the future of email integrations by leading strategic initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and transforming complex challenges into scalable solutions that enhance customer ex...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $157K *

Lead the charge in enhancing digital presence and customer engagement. Drive technical delivery for software upgrades while managing project teams, resolving issues, and ensuring cross-functional coor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving the implementation and support of healthcare IT solutions. Collaborate with clients to translate business needs into innovative technical strategies that enhance data analy...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal research by enabling AI adoption in law firms. Collaborate with leaders to design effective workflows, enhance vendor partnerships, and build internal AI capabilities, ensuring clients...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading airworthiness and certification efforts for complex aerospace programs. Collaborate with regulatory authorities, mentor engineers, and drive compliance activities across mi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Software Engineering do?question toggle

    A Director of Software Engineering leads software development organizations and helps set technical direction. The role commonly includes managing engineering teams, guiding architecture and delivery, partnering with business stakeholders, and supporting hiring and team development.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director of Software Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial software engineering experience, a record of leading teams or managers, strong communication and planning skills, and familiarity with relevant architectures and development practices. Some positions may prefer a bachelor’s or advanced degree, but expectations differ by employer.

  • How much do Director of Software Engineering jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, role scope, and experience. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • Where can Director of Software Engineering professionals work?question toggle

    These leaders work in many sectors, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, and enterprise software. Opportunities may be available in office-based, hybrid, or remote arrangements, depending on the employer.

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    Browse the category and review listings for responsibilities, required experience, location, work arrangement, and salary information. Use those details to identify roles that match your leadership background and career priorities.