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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$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering organization, overseeing the full technical chain from design to production, while building a robust supplier ecosystem and mentoring a talented te...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative strategies in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance project outcomes, ensuring excellence and effectiveness across diverse in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic software engineering team while driving the design, development, and delivery of high-quality cloud-based applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure technical exce...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing advanced behavior planning systems for autonomous vehicles in dynamic environments, ensuring integration and functionality across cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Engage in the creation of cutting-edge behavior planning systems for autonomous vehicles. This role allows you to design and implement decision-making algorithms vital for efficient operations in comp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by designing behavior planning systems for low-speed environments. Tackle complex decision-making and multi-agent interactions, creating robust solutions for dyn...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping autonomous driving systems by designing and implementing innovative behavior planning algorithms for low-speed environments, ensuring optimal vehicle decision-making in comp...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Drive the innovation of behavior planning systems for autonomous vehicles, owning key design and implementation tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure peak performance in dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and implementation of low-latency trading systems, collaborating with strategy teams to enhance software for market connectivity and execution, while ensuring optimal performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $155K *

Empower teams as a Software Engineering Manager, driving firmware development, product planning, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver industry-leading servo drive solutions. Lead with technic...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex enterprise-platform programs, ensuring seamless integration and execution across ERP, CRM, CPQ, and HRIS initiatives. Drive collaboration among stakeholders to ma...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise platform delivery by managing complex, cross-functional programs. Drive unified plans across ERP, CRM, CPQ, and HRIS implementations, ensuring seamless integration and stakeholder a...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Advance large-scale technology engagements by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring effective delivery, and maintaining project accountability, while driving client communication and excellence in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$235K - $294K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing design team, driving product design strategy and delivering user-centric solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance customer experiences and foster a culture...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead technical initiatives and guide a talented team of engineers to enhance security data foundations, driving innovative solutions that align with product security goals across Cloud services...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $400K *

Drive technical leadership for a full-stack product engineering team, shaping the platform that enables customers to create and optimize AI agents. Collaborate across teams to define strategies and me...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experience by leading innovative software tools and release pipelines. Drive technical strategy and enhance collaboration between creative and technical teams t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team to innovate and implement cutting-edge AI solutions in digital marketing. Drive impactful projects, manage complex data integrations, and shape the future of...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $258K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative security tools. Own product development from roadmap to rollout, fostering collaboration and driving results in a fast-paced environment focuse...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative, AI-powered solutions while leading a dynamic engineering team. Engage in hands-on development to enhance product quality and drive scalable cloud-native a...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $278K *

Elevate the future of AI and Infrastructure by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, enhance data quality, and streamline legacy sy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $101K *

Join a dynamic team to design and engineer cutting-edge software solutions for cryptographic products. Collaborate across functions, leverage AI for innovation, and lead software development, all with...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a dynamic team as you lead the design and implementation of innovative product features, driving user experience and performance while mentoring fellow engineers to elevate team success...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $230K *

Help us shape the future by developing onboard systems for energy-producing devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data reliability and optimize software for marine environments, ensuring...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software engineering by leading development efforts, mentoring peers, and driving innovation across projects to deliver high-quality solutions and enhance team...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.