Engineering Director Jobs

Discover Engineering Director jobs on Ladders, featuring vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Engineering directors guide technical teams, set engineering strategy, and help organizations deliver reliable products and systems. Explore roles across software, hardware, infrastructure, and other engineering disciplines.

What Does an Engineering Director Do?

Engineering directors translate business priorities into technical plans. They lead managers and engineering teams, oversee development and delivery, and collaborate with product, design, operations, and executive stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may include setting architecture standards, managing budgets and headcount, improving engineering processes, and supporting hiring and talent development.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial engineering experience, a record of leading teams, and the ability to deliver complex technical initiatives. Important strengths may include strategic planning, communication, people management, budgeting, and expertise in relevant technologies or engineering practices. Requirements vary by company, industry, and specialty.

Engineering Director Career Opportunities

Engineering Director openings span technology companies, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and more. Job titles and scope can vary: some roles focus on software engineering or platform infrastructure, while others lead product development, hardware, or enterprise engineering. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, compensation, and work arrangement.

Find Engineering Director Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more and identify opportunities aligned with your leadership experience and technical background. Compare openings, learn about employers, and take the next step in your engineering leadership career.

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$185K - $276K *

Accelerate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on building scalable financial engagement solutions for students. Collaborate cross-functionally, drive technical excellence, and help shape pr...

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3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $138K *

Join a team that's redefining programmatic solutions by leveraging your expertise in online advertising technology. Collaborate across functions to drive innovative integrations and enhance client exp...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$250K - $500K+*

Champion innovative mechanical designs for rack-scale AI systems, leading the integration of advanced cooling technologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards from concept through product...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented design team to shape the user experience across multiple platforms. Define interaction patterns, elevate design standards, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innova...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $152K *

Elevate your career by leading consulting engagements in utility-scale power generation, focusing on renewable energy and battery storage. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to deliver innovati...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$156K - $241K *

Oversee the management of demo environments, ensuring seamless integration and maintenance across departments. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable technical architectures and optimize enterpris...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate and scale our Assets & Issuance systems. Drive technical strategy, foster a culture of ownership, and ensure reliability while collaborating with cross-func...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Transform the recruitment landscape by owning full-cycle hiring for GTM and R&D teams. Engage with stakeholders, shape strategies, and drive hiring velocity while ensuring a positive candidate experie...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $240K *

Shape the future of supply chain technology by leading engineering teams in optimizing platforms for logistics and order management. Drive innovation and efficiency while managing a diverse team of ex...

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

$102K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $170K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$239K - $298K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team to enhance custody systems, ensuring impeccable reliability and compliance while driving innovation that supports diverse client needs and scales op...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower global business practices by leading diverse project teams in innovative industries. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure project success through effective management and integration of cut...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the design and support of operational Active Network Management Systems, ensuring seamless integration and functionality throughout their lifecycle while collaborating with internal teams and cu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Empower cutting-edge data solutions by leveraging Python expertise and collaboration. Contribute to building high-performance data platforms that drive innovation across various investment functions w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving architectural excellence and AI adoption. You'll optimize cloud systems, enhance data processing, and lead engineering teams to innovate and scale efficiently, ensuring robu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion high-quality data integration and analytical platforms to drive business insights. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable models, ensuring data reliability and self-service capabili...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $187K *

Lead a dynamic Salesforce Engineering team, driving process improvements and technical ownership to enhance business operations and ensure alignment with best practices across the platform...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in ensuring the quality and reliability of our SaaS cardiac device management platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to execute comprehensive testing and advocate for seamle...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $119K *

Unlock potential by driving the implementation and support of healthcare IT solutions. Collaborate with clients to translate business needs into innovative technical strategies that enhance data analy...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$298K *

Drive strategic financial planning and forecasting for global subscription services. Collaborate with leaders to enhance decision-making, improve processes, and mentor junior staff, ensuring alignment...

San Mateo, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $170K *

Advance your career by designing and delivering scalable software solutions. Collaborate with teams to address challenges while enhancing product quality and performance in the healthcare supply chain...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in shaping Azure DevOps practices and architecture while mentoring a talented team. Oversee technical delivery, ensure compliance, and drive innovation within a dynamic, multi-country...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $250K *

Lead the charge in resource geology by developing geological models and ensuring compliance with international standards. Oversee technical reports and mentor teams while driving business development...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $175K *

Pioneer secure, scalable backend solutions as a Senior Developer, integrating AI capabilities within AWS GovCloud. Collaborate across teams to enhance enterprise applications and ensure robust securit...

Arlington, VARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an Engineering Director do?question toggle

    An Engineering Director sets technical direction, leads engineering teams and managers, and oversees delivery of products, platforms, or systems. The exact responsibilities depend on the organization and engineering specialty.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Engineering Director jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for significant engineering experience, a history of leading teams, and strong strategic, communication, and operational skills. Some roles also require expertise in specific technologies, products, or industries.

  • How much do Engineering Director jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary details.

  • Where can Engineering Directors find job opportunities?question toggle

    Engineering Directors can find opportunities across software and technology, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries. Ladders features vetted professional openings, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

  • What is the difference between an Engineering Director and a VP of Engineering?question toggle

    The titles vary across organizations. Engineering Directors often lead a department, discipline, or group of teams, while VPs of Engineering may have broader organizational responsibility. Compare each job description to understand its actual scope.