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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$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-impact enterprise projects, managing complex Salesforce implementations and integrations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment on scope, schedule, and q...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$250K - $280K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of high-performance brokerage systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance trading platforms, define specifications, and ensure robust software...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $280K *

Lead the charge in building and enhancing high-performance brokerage systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver scalable, low-latency solutions across trading platforms while mentoring sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $200K *

Engage as a Senior Backend Software Engineer, driving innovation in Go-based backend systems and contributing to the OpenTDF project, ensuring data security solutions for enterprise and federal client...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $200K *

Join an innovative team as a Senior Backend Software Engineer, shaping secure data services with Go for diverse enterprise environments. Tackle complex engineering challenges and contribute to the Ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust Quality Assurance strategy, overseeing global QA delivery and vendor management. Collaborate across teams to ensure software reliability, performance, and security...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $239K *

Elevate consumer experiences by driving AI innovations and technical direction across engineering teams, enhancing high-traffic services for millions. Mentor talent, establish best practices, and deli...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $208K *

Elevate your career by joining our dynamic team to develop cutting-edge software for autonomous systems. Collaborate across teams to tackle challenges in embedded systems, ensuring innovative solution...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer innovative depth sensing systems by managing cross-functional projects, ensuring effective communication, and driving technical issues to resolution while collaborating with engineering teams...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer a high-performing team in Development Engineering, driving product innovation and continuous improvement for the waterpark industry. Lead projects from concept to commercialization while foste...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$155K - $186K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise-scale applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative technology solutions that enhance business operat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$148K - $178K *

Innovate enterprise-scale applications as a Staff Engineer II, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and support scalable technology solutions that enhance business operations...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $162K *

Shape the future of enterprise applications by leading design and development efforts, collaborating with stakeholders, and mentoring engineers to deliver scalable solutions that enhance business oper...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $205K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology solutions for health services. Drive product development, foster innovation, and enhance client outcomes while managing diverse teams and ensuring timely del...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic team in developing innovative hardware solutions for robotic systems, ensuring product excellence from concept to deployment while meeting customer needs...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of avionics systems by leading software development initiatives. You'll manage a talented group of engineers, ensuring project success from inception to completio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$240K - $333K *

Champion cross-functional teams to drive large-scale technical programs, managing risks and requirements across cloud infrastructure. Leverage strong leadership to guide project lifecycles and ensure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading a small, talented team to scale a security platform. Embrace a hands-on role balancing coding and mentoring as you develop robust practices and foster a dyna...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative solutions for Google's Semantic Location engine. Manage a team of engineers, drive technical vision, and collaborate across product areas to enhance user exper...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engineer robust security solutions for sensitive systems, defining architecture and compliance. Lead efforts in application and cloud security, ensuring protection for AI workflows while driving SOC 2...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $320K *

Drive innovation by leading the engineering team behind our Landing Pages product, enhancing customer experiences through intuitive web tools that capture first-party data while fostering a collaborat...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $175K *

Join a team that's redefining creative program management. You'll oversee complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results while optimizing workflows and enhancing collaboration acr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $175K *

Lead the creative program management efforts, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality projects across various marketing initiatives. Drive process improvements and foster collaboration within a dynam...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of mobile applications by leading software development, driving innovation, and ensuring high-quality delivery within fast-paced environments. Collaborate with teams to mentor develop...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$108K - $130K *

Transform our engineering landscape by leading a skilled team to deliver high-quality, scalable software solutions. Drive collaboration and innovation, acting as a technical authority while nurturing...

3 weeks ago

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

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.