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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$295K - $345K *

Unlock the potential of innovative ads technology by building a cutting-edge system within a game engine. Contribute to the development of scalable, user-centric ad formats while shaping a multi-billi...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading large-scale, cross-functional programs in data and AI. Drive execution, manage dependencies, and influence strategy while collaborating with engineering and product t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the cloud infrastructure team as a dynamic Engineering Manager, guiding engineers to build reliable systems. Foster a culture of accountability while engaging in technical decisions to optimiz...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $227K *

Lead the charge in developing secure, scalable systems for a Zero Trust ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product features, ensuring reliability and optimal performance acr...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$130K - $155K *

Invent a transformative engineering role with ownership of core platform infrastructure. Shape systems for real-time data modeling, verification, and impactful reporting by leveraging your expertise i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Drive successful delivery of complex, multi-year programs in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage scope, budget, and timelines while ensuring client satisfaction an...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $252K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate on large-scale applications, enhance user experiences, and leverage cutting-edge technologies to d...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$208K - $429K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by architecting core data ecosystems. Drive impactful analytics solutions, establish governance policies, and mentor engineers to enhance productivity and innovatio...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $429K *

Transform data ecosystems by leading strategic initiatives for data warehouses, analytics tools, and governance, driving impactful solutions for complex business challenges at scale while mentoring en...

San Francisco, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in maritime technology by leading a skilled group of engineers. You'll engage directly with customers, manage deployments, and solve complex challenges in dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer at Solidroad will lead the development of advanced AI-driven customer support solutions and architect real-time multimodal simulations. This role involves significant tech...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading engineering initiatives that shape product design and manufacturing processes, ensuring efficiency and compliance across all engineering and production stages...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Transform IT engineering by leading strategy and execution of scalable, secure solutions across infrastructure and networks. Drive cross-functional initiatives while developing a high-performing team...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Lead the charge in shaping IT engineering strategy and execution, driving scalable, secure solutions across infrastructure and networks while fostering a high-performing team in a dynamic, global envi...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Advance your career by leading IT engineering strategy and execution. Drive complex initiatives across infrastructure and networks while developing a high-performing team focused on reliability, secur...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Join as a Senior Manager in IT Engineering to lead global strategies, architecture, and execution of scalable, secure solutions across infrastructure and automation, while developing a high-performing...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data requirements into effective capture programs, ensuring quality and delivery across devices and locations. Lead execution and validate operations to enhance real-world data collection wh...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $265K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software solutions by leading a talented group of engineers. Drive technical excellence, manage project execution, and foster collaboration to deliver high-qua...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $265K *

Lead a dynamic team of software engineers, driving technical execution and project planning while fostering collaboration and innovation to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet customer n...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $192K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer experience by managing a collaborative team focused on platform engineering, driving adoption of modern practices, and fostering a culture of ownership and conti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Collaborate with a skilled team to design, develop, and support innovative ICAM solutions, enhancing Zero Trust architecture through robust software engineering practices and cloud technologies...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage with us to develop mission-critical web services for an Identity, Credential, and Access Management solution, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure applications that integrate seamlessly with e...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform enterprise systems by modernizing a Java-based architecture to cloud-native solutions utilizing Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes, while driving technical design and implementation excelle...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us modernize a Java-based system by migrating to cloud-native architecture. Collaborate using Spring Boot, Docker, and modern practices while influencing design decisions to enhance a mission-cri...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and maintenance of mission-critical systems, ensuring high availability and collaboration with teams to troubleshoot complex issues while promoting efficient software sol...

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.