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.

Find Your Next Opportunity

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

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$110K - $130K *

Champion the development of scalable integrations and customer-facing APIs, leading projects with a focus on iPaaS platforms. You will mentor and guide engineers while ensuring code quality, impacting...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $125K *

Optimize backend systems and data interactions; deliver scalable, secure solutions while collaborating in an agile environment to enhance software for healthcare data processing and reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $280K *

Lead the verification and validation efforts for mission-critical flight software, ensuring compliance with rigorous test plans and strategies while collaborating across technical teams to advance aer...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud experiences with cutting-edge technology. As a pivotal member, leverage your software development expertise to drive innovation in distributed systems and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower progress in product security by embedding advanced safeguards within every development phase. Collaborate with engineering teams to build AI-enhanced security tooling and enhance proactive ris...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

Drive innovation in network software by collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing features for large data centers, and providing quality solutions from design to deployment while mentori...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Drive best practices for ingestion, orchestration, observability, and data integrity in a collaborative environment that prioritiz...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the development of innovative healthcare AI features. Drive end-to-end project ownership, from design to launch in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a focus on user impact and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $185K *

Champion product security by enhancing safety in engineering projects, automating threat responses, and providing strategic security reviews. Collaborate across diverse tech stacks to bolster resilien...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $237K *

Lead and coordinate engineering delivery for a secure private cloud initiative, managing teams across multiple domains such as infrastructure, DevOps, and automation. Ensure alignment with program obj...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $242K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud engineering by leading talented software developers. Drive innovation and best practices in AI-assisted development while ensuring technical excellence a...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex implementation projects, driving alignment across teams and stakeholders while ensuring outstanding customer satisfaction and financial success. Mentor others while improving tools and pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Create and revise detailed electrical design drawings for high voltage substations. Collaborate with teams, mentor junior staff, and maintain design standards while supporting field projects and enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$230K - $368K *

Shape the future of high-scale SaaS solutions by leading architectural design, guiding teams, and driving impactful software strategies in a collaborative environment that values innovation and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that pioneers advancements in satellite systems by providing senior-level engineering and scientific support to NOAA's Low Earth Orbit program, driving mission science and algorithm manage...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by delivering platform services across defense, aerospace, and commercial sectors through Python automation, database management, and API integration within secure environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage in innovative structural engineering projects, contributing to design, analysis, and construction administration across multiple states, while collaborating in a dynamic, customer-focused envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of robust Android infrastructure and features, enabling high-impact user experiences across Netflix's vast member base, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$181K - $241K *

Unlock your potential as an engineering manager, guiding a team to build a reliable foundation in AWS, driving automation, and fostering technical excellence to empower infrastructure teams in a growi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Optimize our infrastructure and developer experience by shaping, building, and improving automation and tooling. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational excellence, ensuring fault-tolerance and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $128K *

Shape the future of enterprise customer support by providing technical and operational solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance product functionality and improve customer experience throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $225K *

Lead platform development and engineering teams to design, optimize, and deliver scalable solutions for enterprise environments, enhancing user experiences while driving technology innovation and team...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth and innovation by designing, building, and maintaining scalable software products and integrations in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment, while collaborating with teams to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $265K *

Transform engineering excellence by redefining AI paradigms, driving innovation, and shaping technical strategies to elevate performance across teams while enhancing the educational experience for stu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $220K *

Engage clients with innovative solutions while leading platform engineering efforts. Drive technical strategy and delivery across projects, fostering collaboration and facilitating successful implemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.