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 strategic initiatives in enterprise business applications, enhancing processes and technology partnerships. Collaborate across functions to optimize application capabilities and ensure alignment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $210K *

Transform software engineering leadership by driving innovation and managing complex projects across teams. Leverage your expertise to enhance operational outcomes and influence stakeholders while ens...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Empower innovation as you lead high-performing teams in driving strategic platform development and adopting advanced technologies, ensuring scalable and user-centric solutions across multiple domains...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$215K - $352K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of compliance solutions. As a Principal Staff Software Engineer, you'll architect and implement regulatory strategies, ensuring compliance across LinkedIn's marke...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and transform software engineering teams to deliver high-quality avionics systems. Drive collaboration across functions, mentor talent, and incorporate AI tools to enhance processes and outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Explore innovative engineering solutions to reverse-engineer the human brain. Drive high-performance infrastructure development, optimize RL environments, and transform research prototypes into scalab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $323K *

Lead the development and delivery of secure software solutions, driving innovation and strategic decisions across departments while ensuring compliance and quality standards in a dynamic financial ser...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $270K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the guest web ordering experience by managing a team of full-stack engineers. Drive product innovation, optimize conversion rates, and ensure engineering excellence across...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $270K *

Transform the guest web ordering experience by leading a team of full-stack engineers. Drive innovation in menu quality and conversion strategies for enterprise brands, ensuring impactful results thro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $280K *

Accelerate testing excellence by leading software verification for next-gen autonomous aircraft. Design automated test infrastructures ensuring operational reliability and safety compliance across com...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in mobile engineering. In this pivotal role, you'll lead complex programs, ensuring seamless integration of hardware, software, and AI solutions that enhance glob...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Champion growth by leading the Go-To-Market operations, driving pipeline creation and conversion. Collaborate with leadership to optimize processes and systems, ensuring alignment across Sales and Mar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by leading grid scale generation and microgrid projects, developing innovative designs, and collaborating with diverse engineering disciplines...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to multi-discipline projects as a Senior Electrical Engineer, leading electrical efforts, managing client relations, and ensuring compliance with codes while mentoring junior staff through...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $160K *

Transform client engagement by driving sales growth through new and existing relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs while leading strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $196K *

Transform the future of autonomous vehicles by leading a dynamic software engineering team. Drive innovation in diagnostics infrastructure, ensuring safety and reliability across multiple vehicle prog...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $196K *

Empower a high-impact team by leading software engineering for autonomous vehicle diagnostics. Drive technical excellence, manage complex projects, and foster collaboration across multiple platforms t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$109K - $114K *

Elevate your career as a Lead Engineer, overseeing critical infrastructure operations in a dynamic data center environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to ensure seamless facility maintenance and...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$141K - $219K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading complex energy projects, ensuring financial success and client satisfaction while managing resources, contracts, and stakeholder engagement throughout the devel...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $219K *

Manage complex project portfolios, ensuring financial success and client satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to oversee development phases, vendor management, and compliance, while delivering proje...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$284K - $480K *

Empower innovation at the forefront of engineering leadership, driving transformative product and technical advancements across multi-team channels while fostering a collaborative, AI-driven environme...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$195K - $250K *

Innovate in healthcare by leading the development of scalable billing solutions that enhance customer experiences and streamline workflows, while owning features and participating in end-to-end softwa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $250K *

Transform healthcare by leading development in billing systems, focusing on scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience through innovative software engin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead the strategy and engineering of large-scale data platforms, driving measurable outcomes and operational excellence in Merchant Services. Collaborate across teams to enhance data solutions and sup...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.