Explore Technical Director Jobs

Technical Directors lead the people, systems, and technical strategy that bring complex projects and operations to life. Depending on the industry, the role may focus on software and infrastructure, engineering, broadcast and live production, or product development. Browse Technical Director opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Technical Director Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization, but Technical Directors commonly set technical direction, oversee teams and budgets, coordinate cross-functional work, and ensure that projects meet requirements for quality, reliability, and delivery. They may evaluate tools and architecture, manage vendors, resolve escalated technical issues, and communicate plans and tradeoffs to executives and stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications for Technical Director Roles

Employers often look for deep technical expertise paired with leadership and communication skills. Relevant qualifications may include experience managing technical teams, delivering large-scale projects, developing roadmaps, and making decisions in a specialized field. Requirements differ by role; review each listing for the specific experience, industry background, and education requested.

Technical Director Salary and Career Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, making it a useful place to explore senior Technical Director roles and related leadership positions. Compare job descriptions to find opportunities that align with your expertise and career goals.

Find Technical Director Jobs on Ladders

Search current Technical Director openings and review role requirements, responsibilities, and compensation details. Whether you specialize in technology, engineering, media, or production, Ladders can help you discover high-paying opportunities suited to your leadership experience.

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$200K - $383K *

Join us to lead the contracts function in a dynamic Federal contracting environment. Oversee a team of 20+ professionals, develop strategies, and negotiate complex contracts while fostering strong rel...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $110K *

Transform project management by leading teams to achieve goals, ensuring alignment across complex workstreams, and delivering impactful results through effective communication and strategic planning...

New Jersey, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Manage the end-to-end product operations process, ensuring alignment across teams, driving accountability, and quantifying revenue impacts. Collaborate with leadership to enhance product delivery and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$237K - $296K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in oncology by leading clinical development and medical affairs. Collaborate across functions to advance pivotal programs and ensure operational excellence in a f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $142K *

Transform Salesforce systems by enhancing integrations and configurations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support professional services and streamline project management, ensuring seamless operati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$140K - $175K *

Drive operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives and managing a team to enhance Care Operations. Transform high-level strategies into scalable systems that improve care delivery and patie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's committed to fostering a total quality culture while driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead quality management efforts to enhance product standards and oper...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing customer orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while enhancing interdepartmental collaboration and customer satisfaction across Sales and Service Delivery opera...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale NetSuite projects, enhancing client experiences through strategic project management and collaboration. Utilize your expertise in pre-sales and implementation t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $258K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in Medical and Scientific Affairs. Drive portfolio governance, enhance operational excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$183K - $229K *

Drive operational excellence as a senior leader, overseeing market performance, managing physician and payer partnerships, and executing strategic plans to achieve financial and clinical targets in a...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$280K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining musculoskeletal (MSK) care by designing innovative, scalable solutions to improve patient outcomes and delivering high-quality, empathetic care to diverse populations wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Oversee the direct-to-consumer business, driving revenue, customer experience, and strategy. Lead the team and execute growth initiatives while managing the entirety of operations, technology, and ana...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Empower a newly unified implementation organization to streamline the customer journey post-sale, transforming fragmented processes into a cohesive delivery model. Lead team structure redesign & estab...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $285K *

Lead the implementation of global PLM/PDM systems, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance supply chain processes and support a Tier 1 ERP buildout, ensuring scalability and efficiency across inte...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at a pioneering company by spearheading sales efforts, managing pipelines, and forging strong client relationships to drive adoption of innovative solutions in the construction ind...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving partner-sourced revenue growth and market expansion through strategic alliances in Data, AI, and Cloud. Collaborate with top technology partners to convert relationships int...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading national infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Drive strategic objectives while managing multiple projects from initiation to...

Atlanta, GARemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Oversee planning, execution, and completion of renovations and upgrades, ensuring alignment with strategic o...

Knoxville, TNRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading national infrastructure renovations for financial services clients. Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic obje...

Charlotte, NCRemote

6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high voltage engineering projects, overseeing complex substation and interconnection initiatives while ensuring successful execution and fostering collaboration among div...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$164K - $205K *

Unlock potential by driving the vision and execution of Data Security products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance a cloud security platform that empowers innovation and business gro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$348K - $471K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence across a global B2B revenue engine. You'll lead revenue planning, forecasting, and optimize the customer lifecycle to enable scalable growth across mu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$210K - $250K *

Champion operational excellence across global B2B revenue functions, driving growth through strategic revenue insights, meticulous planning, and cross-team collaboration to support scalable processes...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Technical Director do?question toggle

    A Technical Director guides technical strategy and execution. Depending on the industry, the role may involve leading teams, overseeing systems or production, managing project delivery, setting standards, and coordinating with business or creative stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Technical Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by industry and employer. Many positions call for substantial subject-matter expertise, experience leading technical teams or complex projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to make strategic decisions.

  • How much do Technical Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, industry, employer, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for specific compensation information.

  • Where can I find Technical Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Technical Director listings on Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.

  • Which industries hire Technical Directors?question toggle

    Technical Directors work across fields such as software and technology, engineering, broadcast, entertainment, live events, and production. The title and day-to-day responsibilities can differ significantly by industry.