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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$162K - $259K *

Lead the charge in owning the software release cycle, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams. Drive strategy and metrics for successful deployments as we sca...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $259K *

Champion the end-to-end software release cycle, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams as we scale production of autonomous vehicles. Drive strategic release...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$179K - $287K *

Help us drive the software release cycle end-to-end, ensuring operational readiness and alignment across engineering and product teams as we scale our autonomous vehicle deployment...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $235K *

Shape the future of Smart TV applications by leading a talented team. Drive technical direction, optimize performance, and innovate features across diverse platforms, while ensuring seamless user expe...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of AI-driven personalization systems by leveraging full-stack expertise. Collaborate with a high-performing team to design, implement, and maintain scalable applications that...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$262K - $364K *

Champion the future of storytelling by leading innovative AI-driven projects, shaping the architecture and design of multi-year strategies for Google Photos, and collaborating with technical leaders t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as you build and maintain integrations that connect security tools to enhance customer workflows. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design, deliver, and support reliable solutio...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure by leading engineering efforts for a cutting-edge Operational Decisioning Platform. Drive innovation, enhance developer experience, and en...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead and inspire a diverse team of software professionals, driving embedded software development strategies and fostering a collaborative environment to achieve development objectives and enhance team...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation in payments technology by leading technical direction, designing scalable solutions, and mentoring teams. Blend hands-on development with strategic architecture to enhance system perf...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $175K *

Pioneer complex product strategies as a key technical leader. Oversee client engagements, bridge business goals with technical solutions, and mentor teams to deliver innovative, AI-driven results for...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Lead and inspire software development teams, driving delivery and fostering a high-performance culture. Ensure alignment with organizational goals while empowering talent and navigating challenges in...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading product development and market strategy in a fast-paced advertising tech environment. Drive innovation while ensuring data integrity and seamless integration for unique cus...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $180K *

Shape the future of our threat detection products! Lead a small, dynamic team, take ownership of complex architectures, and collaborate with product management to deliver critical customer-facing solu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$307K - $427K *

Elevate network planning and delivery optimization by leading innovative software solutions. Drive the technical vision for scalable, efficient network infrastructure that meets stringent service obje...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $292K *

Champion the manufacturing engineering function, driving strategy and innovation to ensure high-quality production of electromechanical defense systems. Lead a dynamic team, optimize processes, and en...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $245K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of full-stack applications that enhance product data management and integration across the product lifecycle, while mentoring engineers and ensuring high st...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$178K - $262K *

Unlock your potential as a Lead Software Engineer, driving cryptographic solutions and key management for enterprise-scale data protection. Collaborate across teams to enhance security and reliability...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$204K - $266K *

Champion innovative technical program management to drive growth and remove barriers. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability and disaster recovery solutions, ensuring data availability and su...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $360K *

Transform the future of product engineering by leading AI agent integration, ensuring quality and efficiency across teams. Drive enterprise-wide change through innovative platform development and stra...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$179K - $227K *

Drive the product strategy for a comprehensive commercial platform, overseeing multifunctional execution and leveraging cross-team collaboration to enhance customer engagement and operational efficien...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building AI-native healthcare solutions. Shape scalable systems, enhance patient experiences, and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate closely with leadership t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $190K *

Transform the future of AI architecture by leading innovative strategies and hands-on solutions that enhance scalability, reliability, and product capabilities across a dynamic SaaS platform...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Explore opportunities as a Senior Software Engineer driving our Virtual Care Platform, ensuring operational excellence and enhancing patient experiences through effective troubleshooting, automation...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$249K - $299K *

Shape the future of engineering data automation by leading a dynamic team of machine learning and software engineers focused on enhancing data legibility and manufacturability through innovative solut...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.