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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$150K - $180K *

Empower an engineering team to enhance the software development lifecycle. Lead initiatives in developer experience, cloud services, and operational reliability, driving collaboration and innovation w...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of construction tech by driving product strategy, enhancing customer experiences, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver impactful software solutions that thrive in a fast-pace...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in application development by leading a cross-functional team to deliver critical solutions that enhance business operations and guest experiences while integrating AI technologies se...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing online safety using cutting-edge AI. Collaborate across functions to build scalable solutions, drive technical vision, and tackle complex challenges, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to lead innovative product development, driving strategies from concept to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with business goals and market needs whil...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Own the execution engine for AI agents, ensuring reliability and scalability. Drive the design of the runtime, build recovery systems, and shape scheduling strategies to enhance performance across dis...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Own the execution engine for AI agents, ensuring reliability and scalability. Drive innovations in scheduling, recovery, and performance as you manage durable systems that support seamless operation o...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $276K *

Grow your career with a pivotal engineering role that shapes customer success by addressing complex technical challenges and enhancing product performance throughout the entire customer journey. Seize...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $290K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading software engineering teams to enhance finance systems. Drive collaboration across departments, ensuring reliability and scalability while fostering talent deve...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$159K - $236K *

Champion strategic sourcing initiatives that align with business goals, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost-saving measures while optimizing procurement processes and en...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $225K *

Drive engineering excellence by standardizing processes across multiple sites, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring compliance. Lead a team to implement continuous improvements and foster collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$207K - $300K *

Lead and optimize a team of software engineers to develop innovative storage solutions, ensuring high-quality deliverables and effective project management across multiple teams and locations, while d...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$50K - $500K *

Build and lead a high-performing engineering team, defining the technical roadmap and driving innovation in our technology stack while establishing best practices to fuel scalable growth and operation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative compiler optimizations for machine learning on EdgeTPU hardware. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance model performance and ensure efficient execution, whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform complex product initiatives into scalable solutions by owning user-facing features from design to deployment. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance customer workflows and drive engineeri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $179K *

Lead quality engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement. Manage a team to enhance product quality, while leveraging strong analytical skills and cross-functional colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in crafting scalable, AI-driven software solutions while establishing rigorous engineering standards and fostering innovation for impactful business resul...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Launch innovative software solutions in a dynamic environment, collaborating closely with founders to drive product development. Tackle complex engineering challenges, impacting both product direction...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion global initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, leveraging cutting-edge technologies and engineering expertise to drive strategic success and foster strong partnerships across all or...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive complex technical programs, ensuring alignment across engineering, safety, and operations. Manage critical paths and deliverables while fostering high performance and stra...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $160K *

Transform the engineering landscape of a large-scale hotel by leading operations, maintenance, and strategic initiatives. Ensure optimal performance of complex systems while fostering a high-performin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Transform the technological landscape by building a new software environment from scratch, leveraging full-stack development expertise and collaboration within a dedicated team to deliver innovative s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing system reliability and performance. Leverage your technical expertise to design, implement, and optimize large-scale infrastructure while leading and mentorin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple engineering teams, driving project success, and fostering individual growth. Collaborate across functions to implement efficient processes and deliver high-quality...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of mobile technology by building impactful applications for frontline workers. Drive the entire production process, enhance automated testing, and revolutionize how we deliver and mon...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.