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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$175K - $257K *

Transform software quality assurance by leading a high-performing team, establishing modern verification standards, and driving compliance across complex systems and automation platforms to ensure exc...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing innovative full stack solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive GenAI advancements and process excellence through agile methodo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee project execution from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with stakeholders, timely delivery, and adherence to budget goals. Drive cross-functional collaboration and mitiga...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives seamless integrations across functions, managing each program with precision and collaboration. Your hands-on leadership ensures smooth transitions and consistent adherence to...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform integrations with a hands-on approach, managing detailed plans and timelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth transitions, keeping stakeholders informed. Adapt quickly to cha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock the potential of financial services by leading innovative software engineering initiatives. Drive cross-departmental collaboration and implement cutting-edge AI solutions to enhance digital pla...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Drive the technical strategy and delivery of innovative digital solutions, leading cross-functional teams to implement AI-driven capabilities and enhance operational efficiency across multiple departm...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $201K *

Lead the charge in managing complex networking projects, driving innovative solutions and ensuring seamless delivery of infrastructure upgrades across global data centers while collaborating with cros...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $250K *

Help us transform engineering visions into reality! You will lead program execution, ensuring timely delivery of critical hardware/software for satellite missions and government contracts while collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$122K - $150K *

Transform complex customer-facing implementation projects by leading migrations from legacy systems to modern platforms. Own planning, scheduling, and delivery while coordinating across teams to ensur...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$216K - $221K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Staff Site Reliability Developer, leading cross-functional initiatives and technical strategies to optimize performance and ensure system reliability at scale...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of creativity and AI, by designing and building innovative backend solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality web applications a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Engineer innovative web applications and cloud services while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Own key deliveries, define best practices, and contribute to high-quality software development...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $204K *

Reimagine the future of data products by owning the strategy for a diverse portfolio. Collaborate across engineering teams to unify forecasting, analytics, and AI solutions, ensuring data accessibilit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $200K *

Join our team to shape the future of construction tech by building impactful tools for professionals. Leverage your expertise to create user-focused solutions that enhance productivity, reliability, a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining construction tech—shape impactful solutions through collaboration, innovative code, and customer insights while driving excellence in software engineering and mentoring t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K *

Engage in mission-critical data science and machine learning projects, applying advanced statistical methods and software engineering to enhance intelligence capabilities in a dynamic cyber environmen...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate and enhance e-commerce solutions. Collaborate closely with product managers to align technical execution with business goals while driving AI integratio...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate e-commerce solutions, driving growth through collaboration with product managers and stakeholders while leveraging AI to enhance development processes a...

Houston, TXRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $278K *

Join a team that shapes the future of AI/ML hardware! Drive development and innovation of cutting-edge power delivery and reliability solutions for advanced silicon technologies, optimizing performanc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $166K *

Unlock potential by leading Electrical Engineering teams to deliver innovative aircraft interior solutions. Oversee design, certification, and integration processes while ensuring quality, budget, and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of aircraft interiors by leading a dynamic Electrical Engineering team. Drive innovative design solutions, ensure quality and compliance, and foster talent development while managing...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $270K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing systems that empower engineering teams to deliver code rapidly and reliably. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and cloud...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software delivery by designing and managing robust systems and infrastructure, enabling rapid, safe, and reliable code deployment across diverse environments...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's innovating robust applications by leveraging your expertise in React and Python/Django. You'll drive technical initiatives, enhance user experiences, and lead high-impact projects t...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.