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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$155K - $185K *

Lead innovation as a strategic Director of Software Engineering, overseeing enterprise applications and guiding a talented team through the full software development lifecycle while ensuring delivery...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$176K - $256K *

Lead a dynamic team in innovating automated testing tools and strategies that enhance product quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape testing methodologies and drive improvements across Googl...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $279K *

Help us shape the future of transaction processing by leading architectural excellence and driving innovative solutions in a high-impact technical role focused on scalable, secure software systems and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of device cloud software by developing innovative lifecycle management solutions. Collaborate globally to integrate cutting-edge features across Apple's platforms...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead and develop a team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Shape the organization's AI capabilities while ensuring responsible AI practices...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a dynamic team of Product Managers to drive AI-powered product strategy, governance, and investment decisions. Elevate organizational AI capabilities while ensuring responsible practices and...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping AI-powered product strategy and governance. Develop and mentor a team of Product Managers while owning P&L and driving innovation across a diverse portfolio. Elevate organiz...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $230K *

Lead the charge in R&D project leadership, overseeing firmware and OS integration for workstation platforms. Drive cross-functional collaboration, ensuring timely delivery and customer satisfaction th...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $204K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading engineering teams, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering a culture of collaboration and growth. Oversee technical execution and ensure alignmen...

Portland, MERemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $204K *

Drive the vision and strategy for fuel and expense management, leading technical execution and team development while collaborating across engineering and commercial teams to enhance product delivery...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Optimize quality and reliability for AI hardware platforms, leading cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in product performance, supplier management, and customer satisfaction at scale. Drive s...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $215K *

Empower innovation as a Senior Software Engineer, designing and enhancing complex software systems. Collaborate on analytics tools and real-time applications, ensuring compliance and performance while...

Reposted yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $215K *

Build innovative software solutions to tackle complex security challenges. Collaborate with teams to design, develop, and enhance systems that meet evolving global threats while ensuring compliance an...

Reposted yesterday

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Transform the hardware lifecycle by leading system validation and deployment for advanced computing platforms, utilizing extensive collaboration across teams to enhance performance and reliability in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead end-to-end validation and deployment of innovative Compute and Storage hardware, ensuring system performance, reliability, and effective debugging across diverse teams and components in data cent...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Grow your career with us as you craft innovative software solutions, driving projects from design to deployment. Leverage your expertise to enhance product functionality while collaborating with cross...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Accelerate innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge AI solutions. Collaborate with teams to architect scalable applications, driving technical strategy and mentoring engineers in a fast-p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop mission-critical software for automated testing in defense. Collaborate with partners to enhance national security through innovative solutions in electronic warfare and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Elevate your career by designing, building, and maintaining high-performance web applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape innovative features while ensuring reliability and scalability. J...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading a dynamic team to deliver innovative software and embedded solutions while fostering collaboration across functions and enhancing project outcomes...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of connected hardware by designing reliable services and APIs. You'll ensure data integrity and operational excellence, enabling seamless integration for customer...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $310K *

Champion the evolution of enterprise business systems, leading a dynamic team to enhance partner and employee experiences across critical functions. Drive product strategy and ensure seamless integrat...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$194K - $267K *

Unlock potential by leading a team to develop AI-native security solutions, ensuring operational excellence and technical innovation while driving accountability and fostering talent in a dynamic engi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Deliver innovative software solutions by developing, designing, and troubleshooting secure microservices in a DevOps environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational stability and user exper...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by leading development projects, collaborating with teams, and mentoring junior engineers. Utilize cutting-edge technologies to enhance performance and deliver h...

2 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.