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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$200K - $275K *

Transform the future of autonomous vehicles by leading a high-performing team to design, optimize, and scale cloud infrastructure for simulation frameworks, ensuring safe software releases and acceler...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$200K - $275K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing team to design and optimize cloud infrastructure for simulation frameworks, enhancing autonomy development and ensuring safe software releases across a fleet of robot...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$177K - $265K *

Join our team to develop and maintain innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system capabilities and address challenges throughout the software lifecycle...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth and strategic expansion within key account settings, focusing on consultative engagement and building executive relationships to identify and capitalize on ne...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex automation programs for data centers, ensuring seamless integration across design, engineering, and operations while managing risks, schedules, and stakeholder co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $241K *

Champion innovative engineering solutions by leading teams in Marketing and Consumer Privacy. Drive collaboration, establish clear priorities, and ensure privacy-aware practices while delivering scala...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Join a high-impact team to drive feature development, collaborate closely with engineers and founders, and influence the future of our product through innovative solutions and daily releases...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in data infrastructure to enhance our understanding of startups and investments. Design scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to continuously elevate data...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $230K *

Accelerate the development of a cutting-edge AI cloud platform by designing and implementing robust backend services while ensuring scalability and efficiency in a global, distributed environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and maintain production software for gimbal systems, enhancing quality control and customer integration through innovative technologies and streamlined processes, in a collaborative environmen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $268K *

Create high-performance software for advanced driver assist systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and reliability of core libraries, while adhering to automot...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$179K - $268K *

Deliver high-performance software solutions for advanced driver assist systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless integration of autonomy functions, design efficient software components, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$179K - $268K *

Unlock potential by designing high-performance software for advanced driver assist systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and testing within real-time enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$192K - $213K *

Transform data processing by building robust, low-latency pipelines for infrared missions. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to deliver high-quality geospatial data products, ensuring reliabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $225K *

Champion safety excellence by leading HSE initiatives and enhancing compliance across deployments and data center operations, fostering a culture of safety and risk mitigation at every level of the or...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$233K - $271K *

Lead the charge in transforming our Manufacturing Execution System (MES) by driving strategic planning, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on execution to modernize technology and enhance opera...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you champion quality across the SDLC, promoting best practices in testing. Collaborate cross-functionally to build and scale automated test suites, ensuring reliability and perf...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $270K *

Join a team that's redefining design engineering by leading a talented group of designers and engineers to enhance our design system, ensuring high-quality UI development and seamless integration of d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $270K *

Shape the future of our design system by leading a dynamic team of designers and engineers, driving innovation in UI development, and ensuring high-quality interface standards across products...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead software development initiatives by providing technical expertise and project planning for innovative solutions in C or C++. Mentor junior engineers while enhancing existing systems and driving n...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a comprehensive digital technology strategy, overseeing client-facing digital channels, and driving innovation to enhance user experiences while managing engi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $220K *

Elevate the future of engineering by shaping strategy and leading a high-performing team through rapid change. Collaborate with executives to drive innovation and ensure alignment, while fostering a c...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate product development as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, owning features end-to-end in a fast-paced AI environment. Collaborate across teams to shape architecture and mentor others while driving i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of secure enterprise applications, mentoring junior engineers while managing Oracle databases and ERP integrations. Drive innovation in web architecture, API engineerin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $185K *

Join us in leading the Data Intelligence roadmap, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that empower financial institutions to leverage data for impactful business...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.