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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$163K - $221K *

Champion AI Native Transformation initiatives across Engine, driving adoption and collaboration. Lead strategic partnerships, define processes, and deliver impactful results in a complex environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$250K - $300K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing mobile engineering team, shaping mobile architecture and driving best practices to build innovative consumer products in fintech and marketplaces...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $167K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace software solutions by leading skilled engineers in developing and integrating innovative software for mission-critical applications. Drive technical excellence...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aerospace software by leading an innovative team of engineers. Drive solutions, ensure quality, and foster collaborative development in a high-performing environment focused on mis...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $197K *

Tackle exciting challenges in high-performance computing and electronic trading by leveraging your low-level programming expertise, driving solutions in a collaborative environment focused on innovati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while managing risks and fostering collaboration across engineering discipli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$161K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic team in the full software development life cycle, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality software products while fostering collaboration and innovation in an Agile environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$195K - $240K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic startup by leading engineering efforts, recruiting top talent, and shaping a high-performance culture while collaborating with executives to drive success and innovati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in manufacturing processes from NPI to high-volume production. Lead engineering teams to enhance quality, cost, and efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry standards and fo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing scalable software solutions, designing responsive UIs, and optimizing backend services. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and champion best pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of DevSecOps by leading technical strategy and delivery excellence across Federal and DoD markets. Collaborate with teams to innovate solutions, drive business development, and mentor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation by leading integration engineering for healthcare AI, ensuring seamless EHR connectivity and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to enhance patient engagement tools and m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop cutting-edge monitoring systems for diverse industries, ensuring reliability and scalability in mission-critical operations wh...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Join a team that's driving transformative software solutions, bridging design and engineering to enhance user experiences while managing large-scale data systems and high-impact projects through colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Transform complex challenges into scalable software solutions. Lead and mentor a high-performing team in developing cutting-edge technology for real-time user collaboration and robust backend systems...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $235K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building high-performance game software and systems. Leverage your expertise in C++ and game development to create engaging experiences while collaborating with designe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$198K - $297K *

Transform the Android software landscape by leading product strategy and execution across multiple technology domains. Drive cohesive roadmaps and align cross-functional teams to deliver innovative so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $230K *

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering organization to deliver cutting-edge space systems. Oversee execution from concept to operations, ensuring high-quality, mission-ready solutions while fostering te...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust security function, managing a team while enhancing AWS infrastructure, compliance, and application security within a remote-first culture and fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a high-impact Developer Infrastructure team. Drive technical strategy, enhance developer experience, and foster a culture of growth and accountability while collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining developer infrastructure, leading a high-impact group to enhance software lifecycle efficiency. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and foster a culture of innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading firmware innovation for cutting-edge wearable devices. Drive technical strategy, develop engineering talent, and ensure reliable delivery across a dynamic product road...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $280K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing developer tools and systems. As a Backend Engineer, you'll design and improve tools, contributing to impactful projects in a collaborative environment, while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $230K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative software solutions in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with teams to create impactful systems, leveraging your expertise in data processing and cloud tec...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $230K *

Transform complex data into actionable insights by developing end-to-end solutions. Collaborate in an agile environment to enhance systems and tackle client challenges using cutting-edge technologies...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.