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Director Software Development Jobs in Portland, OR

nLIGHT

Software/Firmware Engineering Manager

Camas, WA · On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

Summary nLIGHT, Inc. is seeking a Software/Firmware Engineering Manager to join our growing team ... Functions Direct Projects - Lead multidisciplinary team (firmware, test automation, web development ...

Nike

Software Engineer II

Beaverton, OR · On-site

As a full stack engineer, you'll contribute to backend service development and frontend interfaces ... Director. You'll collaborate daily with fellow engineers, a dedicated Product Manager, and ...

nLIGHT

Software/Firmware Engineering Manager

Camas, WA · On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

Summary nLIGHT, Inc. is seeking a Software/Firmware Engineering Manager to join our growing team ... Direct Projects - Lead multidisciplinary team (firmware, test automation, web development, data ...

Biamp

Software Engineering Manager

Beaverton, OR

Reporting to the Director of Software, this role focuses on guiding, mentoring, and developing ... Team Leadership and Development: * Mentor and develop cloud, mobile, and desktop engineers ...

Nike

Manager, Software Engineering

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Strong understanding of software engineering practices across the full software development ... Director. You will work closely with Product Managers, Principal Engineers, Architects, Data ...

Nike

Manager, Software Engineering

Beaverton, OR · On-site

... Director. You will work day-to-day with the a team of engineers, the team's Product Manager and ... Experience with Agile software development methodology. * Must excel working in team-oriented roles ...

Biamp

Software Engineering Manager

Beaverton, OR · On-site

Reporting to the Director of Software, this role focuses on guiding, mentoring, and developing ... Team Leadership and Development: * Mentor and develop cloud, mobile, and desktop engineers ...

Sonsoft Inc

Sterling, Java, AWS (USC & GC)

Hillsboro, OR · On-site

$56.25 - $77.25/hr

Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development ... to direct component owners (network, database, appdev, server OS/WAS, storage, etc.) is a plus

Nike

Senior Principal Software Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$130K - $180K/yr

... will report to the Sr. Director, Reporting & Intelligence Engineering and be part of the ... A strong familiarity and development experiences with agentic workflow and AI/LLM powered ...

nLIGHT

IT Software Engineer- C# - Swing Shift

Camas, WA · On-site

$103K - $135K/yr

Required Qualifications * BS in Software Development or equivalent work experience. * 6+ year developing software. * Direct experience programming with C# .NET, SQL, XML, JSON. * Experience ...

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How much do director software development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for director software development in Portland, OR is $186,371.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $160,200.00 and $216,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Software Development vs Software Engineering Manager?

AspectDirector Software DevelopmentSoftware Engineering Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple teams, strategic planning, and long-term goalsManages day-to-day team operations, project delivery, and technical guidance
FocusHigh-level leadership, cross-team coordination, and business alignmentTeam management, technical mentorship, and project execution
Required CredentialsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, extensive experience, leadership skillsBachelor’s or Master’s in CS or related, strong technical background, leadership experience

The main difference is that the Director Software Development focuses on strategic leadership and overseeing multiple teams, while the Software Engineering Manager concentrates on managing individual teams and project execution. Both roles require technical expertise and leadership skills, but the director role involves broader organizational responsibilities.

What are the most commonly searched types of Software Development jobs in Portland, OR? The most popular types of Software Development jobs in Portland, OR are:
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Infographic showing various Director Software Development job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $186,371 per year, or $89.6 per hour.

Software/Firmware Engineering Manager

nLIGHT

Camas, WA • On-site

$115K - $137K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Who We Are
At nLIGHT, we are constantly on the cutting-edge of laser technology in a massively growing market. We are a leading provider of high-power semiconductors and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, and aerospace & defense applications, to name a few. Our lasers are changing not only the way things are made, but also changing the things that can be made.
Headquartered in Camas, Washington, nLIGHT is a publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR).
Summary
nLIGHT, Inc. is seeking a Software/Firmware Engineering Manager to join our growing team, located in Camas, WA. Our ideal candidate is a proven leader and collaborator who is motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive with a passion for growing the business and increasing efficiency. This position focuses on relationships, processes, and the infrastructure necessary to develop, test, and delivery software for multiple concurrent projects. Projects range from laser control systems used in industrial, directed energy applications, tooling and automation.
Functions
Direct Projects - Lead multidisciplinary team (firmware, test automation, web development, data services, etc.) through the development/ NPI (New Product Introduction) process. Manage and oversee feasibility studies, requirements generation, software design and qualification, compliance certification, and handoff to production.
Develop Resources - Hire, develop and build highly capable team members with a collective skill set to deliver highest quality software products.
Deliver to Plan - Develop and manage project plans (resource allocation, schedule, budget, and performance attributes) to ensure commitments are achieved; provide regular written and verbal status reports to peers and executives.
Influence Business Strategy - Collaborate with partners to provide inputs to the business unit and corporate planning processes in support of quarterly and annual planning cycles.
Improve Processes - Implement and influence business and operations systems in support of product development needs. Drive structured continuous improvement efforts.
Manage Risk - Escalate issues and drive resolution, as required, to balance program risk as it relates to cost/schedule/performance. Facilitate risk-based and priority-based technical decision-making.
Qualifications
10+ years of software/firmware development in real-time programming environments
Bachelor's degree in EE, CompE, or CS, Physics or similar discipline
5+ years of software product management, requirements, and software process management (Agile and Waterfall,) software management experience in global high-tech industries.
Experience managing/directing software engineering development activities, and/or leading R&D teams through the spectrum of NPI Phases and Gates. Ability to motivate, focus, and coach project staff. Ability to influence, manage, and collaborate with external stakeholders.
Experience with software process management systems and tools (Rally, RTC, ZenHub, Jama Contour, JIRA, etc.) and management controls (Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), LEAN, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Control (SPC), as examples).
Familiar with Windows operating systems and .NET
Comfortable with C# and C
Experience with embedded systems development is desirable
nLIGHT is proud to offer comprehensive COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
Starting pay depends on qualifications:
  • Software/Firmware Engineering Manager: $115,000 - $137,000 annually
Other Compensation and Benefits
  • Target Cash Bonus of 6-8% of earned wages
  • Eligible for Restricted Stock Unit grants
  • 4 weeks of Paid Time Off per year
  • 10 paid Holidays
  • Eligible for health benefits on the 1st day of the month after your start date
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits, including prescription and orthodontia with employee-paid premiums as low as $40.00 per pay period
  • Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
  • Company paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, and Life & AD&D Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Aflac Supplemental Insurance
  • Paid Bereavement Leave and Jury Duty
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • Pet Insurance
nLIGHT is subject to US Export Control regulations. To qualify for this position, you must be a US Person (that is, a US citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual granted asylum or refugee status).
Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or age. For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (360) 566-4460 orHR@nlight.net.
E-Verify Participation:
nLIGHT participates in the E-Verify program. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
For more information, please review the following notices:
  • E-Verify Participation Poster
  • Right to Work Poster
Employment Type: Full-Time Regular

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