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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$132K - $181K *

Drive the development of an innovative Excel plugin, integrating AI-driven market intelligence for financial professionals. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and enhance user experience...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $181K *

Join a team that's redefining financial technology by integrating AI into Excel. You'll develop a powerful plugin that enhances decision-making for financial professionals, ensuring seamless performan...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$138K - $207K *

Accelerate your career by designing backend services and automating workflows. Collaborate in a cutting-edge environment to enhance observability and operational efficiency, while delivering scalable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $186K *

Transform the AIDE data platform strategy as a Technical Program Management leader. Drive high-impact initiatives, collaborate cross-functionally, and ensure seamless delivery across multiple teams in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Deliver innovative engineering solutions across a luxury property portfolio, ensuring optimal maintenance, compliance, and operational excellence. Lead teams, manage vendor relationships, and drive ca...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$148K - $201K *

Lead large-scale technical programs, driving cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning to ensure successful delivery and alignment with business objectives. Manage risks, optimize processe...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $300K *

Optimize data systems by enhancing market data feed handlers and collaborating with teams to support global expansion. Drive impactful solutions in a lean, autonomous environment, ensuring data integr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Elevate the future of embedded systems by leading the design and modernization of next-gen software architecture, ensuring seamless integration across diverse platforms and driving innovation in hardw...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $285K *

Reimagine technical program management by leading complex ML and perception initiatives for humanoid robotics. Elevate collaboration with strategic AI partners while building structure and driving res...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$122K - $179K *

Drive innovation in a leading BIM platform by managing APIs, cloud services, and AI workflows. Collaborate with teams to enhance product capabilities and deliver clear value to customers and partners...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and building scalable software systems while mentoring peers and driving continuous improvement across product teams. Engage in all software development lifecycle phases t...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of automotive technology by developing high-quality full-stack applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing software and deliver innovative solutions...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$204K - $306K *

Shape the future of product development by leading the Experiments Team, enhancing A/B testing capabilities, and driving data-driven decisions to optimize learner experiences across the platform...

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

$204K - $306K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance A/B testing capabilities, driving product innovation and improving user experience through data-driven insights and scalable infrastructure...

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

$174K - $239K *

Transform enterprise software through end-to-end feature ownership, designing and delivering scalable solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance product capabilities while maintaining high standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $400K *

Drive the future of hardware development as a Technical Program Manager, leading projects from engineering builds to mass production while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize operati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $255K *

Join a team that designs robust identity and trust systems, influencing scalable architecture for LinkedIn's cutting-edge platforms to enhance security and reliability in user experiences across diver...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical aspects of laser diode products, ensuring quality and performance. Collaborate with customers and internal teams to drive product success and improvements through...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$191K - $253K *

Engineer secure, real-time data flows across classification boundaries by leading cross-functional teams and managing compliance processes. Drive the integration of advanced systems to support militar...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$223K - $302K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team driving innovative consumer products. Lead operations for Alexa Tablets, influencing product development from concept to market while collaborating across function...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$308K - $462K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading a transformative team of 230-250 engineers. Drive modernization of our data infrastructure and foster a high-velocity culture to unlock AI-driven growth...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion cutting-edge applied AI by architecting core product infrastructure, solving complex workflows and real-time interaction challenges. Own significant features and shape engineering culture in...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform aerospace manufacturing by leading complex engineering programs, ensuring alignment across teams, and driving execution from concept to delivery while fostering strong relationships with cus...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$148K - $232K *

Advance your career by developing cutting-edge mapping algorithms for L4 self-driving vehicles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance real-time systems and drive innovation in machine lea...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$190K - $334K *

Champion the development of robust platforms that enhance developer productivity. Design and build scalable systems while mentoring engineers and driving technical strategy to unlock new use cases and...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.