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 *

Drive innovation and lead high-performing software engineering teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology initiatives with business goals while fostering a...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$334K - $500K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product engineering by leading a dynamic group of software engineers. Drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Shape the future by leading a dynamic Product Engineering team, driving innovation and collaboration to deliver impactful, scalable products that enhance user experiences and meet business goals in a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing engineering team, driving product vision and strategy while delivering scalable, privacy-conscious solutions that enhance user experiences and achieve busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$334K - $500K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of product engineering by leading a dynamic group of software engineers. Drive innovation, foster collaboration, and deliver impactful solutions in a fast-paced e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$210K - $283K *

Take ownership of the technical strategy and architecture for a mission-critical emergency notification platform, leading global engineering teams to ensure scalability, security, and innovation in so...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$201K - $302K *

Drive your career forward by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on modern developer platforms and tools that enhance the software development lifecycle for PlayStation. Foster innovation and e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $230K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role leading engineering for innovative cloud apps. Manage a talented team while driving AI integration and ensuring high-quality deliverables that enhance user experie...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$142K - $241K *

Lead the charge in modernizing residential software applications, overseeing a diverse team of engineers and managers. Drive architectural decisions, enhance delivery practices, and cultivate a collab...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $200K *

Pioneer transformative technical solutions while owning complex initiatives throughout the SDLC. Collaborate with product teams to innovate and enhance a global platform, ensuring adaptability and lon...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that drives large-scale software systems delivery, shaping technical strategy and ensuring high-quality execution across complex projects. Leverage AI tools and foster a collaborative cult...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping a new Desktop Software Engineering team by ensuring reliability and quality of desktop applications across the enterprise, while collaborating with cross-functional teams an...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower teams to innovate and deliver enterprise software solutions. Lead cross-functional engineering efforts, champion AI integration, and enhance software practices to align technology with busines...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading the design and implementation of agent evaluations, enhancing the performance of AI systems through innovative techniques and team collaboration in a dynamic software en...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $298K *

Optimize global endpoint management by leading a high-performing team to enhance security, streamline operations, and improve employee experience across diverse device ecosystems. Drive strategy and i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Join a team that's redefining endpoint management and security for a global workforce. Lead strategic initiatives, drive innovation, and enhance employee experience across diverse device ecosystems wh...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Lead the charge in global endpoint management, driving strategy and security for diverse device ecosystems. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance employee experience while ensuring robust security...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$198K - $298K *

Transform the future of endpoint management by leading a global team to enhance security, optimize device performance, and elevate employee experience across diverse platforms. Drive strategy and inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the evolution of a dynamic PMO, driving strategic growth and operational excellence. Lead transformation initiatives, enhance delivery practices, and foster cross-functional collaboration to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading a dynamic software engineering team to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge applications across diverse platforms while ensuring alignment with strategic business goals...

3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $240K *

Empower teams to innovate in residential construction software by leading high-performing engineering groups, fostering Agile practices, and enhancing project management for builders and homeowners al...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of residential construction by developing high-performing software engineering teams that deliver innovative, customer-focused solutions and drive impactful outco...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive operational excellence as a Lead DevOps Engineer, optimizing multi-cloud environments through automation, CI/CD practices, and security measures to enhance system reliability and efficiency whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$209K - $314K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to establish robust security foundations for AI agents, ensuring trust and verification across Workday's agent registry while driving innovation...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $276K *

Lead the charge in building secure foundations for AI agents, guiding a talented engineering team to enhance agent trust and security. Shape authentication and authorization processes while collaborat...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.