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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$100K - $120K *

Empower innovation at the forefront of autonomous systems technology. Lead multifaceted hardware projects from concept to production, coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-performance...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in complex hardware development projects, from concept to production. Collaborate across multiple teams to ensure high-quality, timely delivery of innovative products that power future...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate with cutting-edge technology as you design and deliver cloud-native solutions. Collaborate within a dynamic scrum team to enhance our enterprise platform, ensuring high-quality code and lever...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $282K *

Champion the evolution of network architectures, enhancing technology portfolios through innovative designs and strategic analysis. Drive engineering projects, mentor teams, and align solutions with b...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $282K *

Champion the evolution of network and service architectures, enhancing technology portfolios through detailed design, analysis, and strategic implementation. Drive impactful engineering projects while...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $282K *

Lead the charge in developing and evolving network architectures to enhance technology portfolios. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive engineering projects, ensuring alignment with busine...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by taking ownership of complex software challenges. Drive real-time traffic optimization through innovative AI solutions, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable and reliable s...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical projects by leading cross-functional teams to deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective capital initiatives on time and within budget. Bring your expertise to driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $132K *

Join us to enhance organizational effectiveness by assessing structures and guiding teams through change. Leverage your expertise in program management and change management to develop practical solut...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable CRM and marketing solutions, overseeing the full software development lifecycle while mentoring a team of engineers and ensuring seamless integration of customer...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $290K *

Shape the technical direction of a geospatial platform, building scalable systems and APIs that enhance location-aware experiences across products, while collaborating with teams to drive innovation a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $488K *

Shape the future of cloud compute infrastructure by leading software teams to enhance bare-metal datacenters. Drive innovation in CI services, resource management, and system reliability while fosteri...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $280K *

Build and lead a high-performing Solutions Engineering team to drive sales success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, empower your team with scalable processes, and ensure technical alignment w...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$220K - $280K *

Empower your career by leading a high-performing Solutions Engineering team, driving sales success through collaboration and innovation. Leverage your expertise in AI and SaaS to support enterprise-le...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $190K *

Lead and innovate in data product development, driving ML and AI insights for audience monetization. Collaborate with teams to create impactful solutions, leveraging large datasets and advanced analyt...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $146K *

Engage in transforming and optimizing data architectures, ensuring timely delivery of trusted data assets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data pipelines and support analytics, driv...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $187K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity through innovative software design and development. Leverage your expertise in programming and systems analysis to create specialized tools that...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Develop custom software solutions and tools, ensuring compliance with government standards. Collaborate on design and code reviews while programming in various languages. Engage in troubleshooting and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Transform your career as a Principal Cyber Software Engineer, providing innovative software design and development for specialized tools. Collaborate within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with go...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Innovate custom software solutions for cyber applications, enhancing capabilities through design, development, and performance optimization, ensuring compliance with government standards and procedure...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $290K *

Innovate internal products by leading an AI engineering team, enhancing business operations through AI-driven solutions, and empowering employees to create software with AI agents for impactful result...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Transform your career by leading software engineering teams, optimizing technology delivery, and driving innovation to meet business goals across diverse environments while fostering a culture of incl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$122K - $187K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of high-performance software applications. Collaborate in an Agile environment to create scalable systems, ensuring mission-critical operations m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $155K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by designing and building scalable applications. As a Lead Software Developer, you'll mentor peers, manage complex projects, and enhance architecture while collab...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $155K *

Join us to lead the development of scalable applications, mentor teams, and drive architectural improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver high-quality, performance-critical s...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.