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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$200K - $260K *

Transform software delivery as a Technical Program Manager, overseeing quarterly releases from planning to execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality, manage risks, and drive critical...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading quarterly software releases, driving cross-functional execution, and ensuring quality. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to manage schedules, dependencies, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $297K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of critical authentication systems, ensuring seamless identity management across diverse applications. Drive technical strategy and foster a unified enginee...

6 days ago

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

$200K - $245K *

Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $245K *

Drive the development of the Autonomy Data Flywheel, enhancing data infrastructure for AI model training and validation. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality and efficiency in data utilization f...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $215K *

Unlock the potential of data in autonomous systems by driving the Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI model development and ensure robust data infrastructure for...

Surrey, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$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

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine the technical program management landscape by unifying diverse teams, streamlining processes, and driving impactful projects that enhance product delivery and quality. Collaborate closely wi...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $250K *

Transform engineering operations by leading scalable practices that bridge multidisciplinary teams and optimize complex quantum technologies from concept to manufacturing, while ensuring compliance, q...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $230K *

Champion innovative engineering practices and lead diverse teams to enhance performance, drive strategic hiring, and foster collaboration across disciplines, ensuring high engagement and ethical stand...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $203K *

Champion the development of innovative solutions by leading engineering teams in creating scalable software for sanctions screening. Embrace both technical excellence and effective people management t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of aerospace systems by guiding multidisciplinary engineering teams. Drive technical strategy, oversee product development lifecycles, and foster a culture of exc...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable software solutions while leading high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a c...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $132K *

Drive the development of scalable systems and APIs that enhance our core infrastructure services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable and efficient designs that meet business ne...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $194K *

Execute scalable backend system designs and lead cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities. Use your expertise in distributed systems and API development to solve complex engineering chal...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $176K *

Optimize scalable backend systems as a Software Engineer, bridging application logic with infrastructure execution. Drive API evolution using Ruby on Rails and Go, collaborating across teams to enhanc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $176K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building reliable, scalable infrastructure platforms. You’ll design and maintain systems and APIs, analyzing business requirements to ensure they align with our core of...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $164K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing scalable, secure solutions using automation tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud capabilities and best practices, driving innovat...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software development, collaborating with teams to design and implement innovative solutions that enhance business processes and empower employees to deliver exc...

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

$220K - $291K *

Lead the charge in shaping data infrastructure and strategy, managing a high-performing engineering team to drive robust, scalable solutions that optimize insights and empower data-intensive initiativ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance technical excellence by leading software solutions, establishing architecture standards, and mentoring teams to enhance ownership and problem-solving skills, ensuring scalable and maintainable...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on innovative software solutions and model-based engineering processes. Join a dynamic team focused on critical defense initiatives that leverage AI to enhance system...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software engineering and model-based systems capabilities, focusing on Java development and AI-assisted workflows in a dynamic environment supporting...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $278K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge silicon solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate hardware experiences that impact millions globally, sh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $295K *

Unlock innovative solutions by leading technical teams to develop user-focused products. Drive AI strategy, foster continuous learning, and ensure technical governance while solving complex challenges...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.