Leading Engineering Director Jobs on Ladders

Discover top-tier, high-paying Engineering Director opportunities across diverse industries on Ladders. As Engineering Director, you'll lead teams, strategize projects, and contribute to the success of the organizations you work for.

Who is an Engineering Director?

An Engineering Director oversees the end-to-end engineering functions within a company. They manage large engineering teams, guide technical strategies, and ensure the optimization of engineering processes.

Qualifications

Typically, Engineering Directors hold at least a bachelor's degree in an engineering field, although many employers prefer a master's degree or an MBA. Prior managerial and engineering experience is pivotal.

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Explore our extensive collection of Engineering Director roles and propel your career forward with Ladders.

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$150K - $170K *

Manage engineering execution across complex automation projects, mentoring teams while driving technical strategy and ensuring operational excellence to meet project goals and enhance engineering stan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$220K - $270K *

Build and manage scalable data infrastructure that powers data-driven products and decision-making. Lead a high-impact team to ensure data governance, quality, security, and performance aligns with bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving high-quality growth experiences for users. Collaborate across teams to enhance marketing and activation surfaces, while leveraging cutting-edge technology to optimize small...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $210K *

Lead a cross-functional team to modernize software while mentoring engineers and driving innovation through AI integration. Contribute directly to code and architectural decisions while ensuring high...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Innovate in a dynamic, remote team environment by developing software solutions in Aerospace & Defense. Leverage your coding expertise to drive projects, collaborating with engineers to meet customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$500K+*

Transform data protection by leading a team to develop innovative privacy solutions that meet regulatory standards while enhancing data enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to build effective to...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Advance your career by developing electrical schematics for railway vehicles, leading design protocols, and collaborating with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions. Drive technical excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Transform the deployment of our platform in Azure Government with FedRAMP compliance, while enhancing existing solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to architect robust infrastructures and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Transform autonomous operations by leading a skilled engineering team. Engage in technical direction, drive product initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable systems whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing agentic AI systems for a high-scale automotive SaaS platform. Own technical architecture, drive AI-driven automation, and mentor teams to deliver innovative solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Grow your career with us by leading the engineering strategy for our innovative, data lineage platform. Drive a collaborative team, enhance deployment practices, and ensure product excellence for regu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $275K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical execution. Drive innovative solutions and maintain coding practices, ensuring professional development and project delivery, all within a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $155K *

Empower our renewable energy initiatives by leading electrical engineering projects, providing expertise in system studies and substation design to deliver innovative solutions while mentoring junior...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$270K - $360K *

Take ownership of a portfolio of AI-powered talent management products, leading a 50+ member engineering team to deliver high-quality solutions that enhance organizational performance and employee dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform technical leadership by driving innovative strategies, mentoring teams, and ensuring architectural excellence while incorporating modern AI capabilities for enhanced software solutions and o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $295K *

Pioneer the development of innovative user experiences across platforms, harnessing deep technical expertise and leadership to enhance product design. Collaborate broadly to drive operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of APIs and integration solutions for diverse systems, ensuring robust performance and security while collaborating with stakeholders to translat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare technology by leading an internal engineering team. Oversee the transition of software ownership, manage vendor relationships, and drive AI strategy ensuring patient data privacy...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $125K *

Optimize control system projects by leading teams, managing tasks, and delivering solutions. Collaborate across departments to ensure project success and mentor staff for professional growth while sup...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of control systems by leading diverse projects and mentoring a talented team. Collaborate across sectors to enhance system designs and ensure successful project execution, maintaining...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$157K - $218K *

Lead the design and implementation of an AI-assisted creative engine, innovating workflows and tools that enhance creative production. Champion high-performing, brand-distinctive work through data-dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Engineering Director do?question toggle

    An Engineering Director oversees and guides the engineering functions within a company, including managing large engineering teams, outlining technical strategies, and ensuring the successful execution of engineering projects.

  • What qualifications are needed for an Engineering Director role?question toggle

    Typically, Engineering Directors require a bachelor's degree in an engineering field, though many prefer a master's degree or an MBA. Substantial managerial and engineering experience is also crucial.

  • How can I find Engineering Director jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    You can explore our extensive collection of vetted Engineering Director roles under the 'Jobs' section on our website. Our high-paying job selections can help you advance your career significantly.