Applications Programming Director Salaries in Canada
Alternate Job Titles: Application Design and Development Director, Application Systems Analysis & Development Director
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How much does an Applications Programming Director in Canada make? The median annual Applications Programming Director salary in Canada is C$192,550, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$175,489-C$214,006 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Applications Programming Director may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Applications Programming Director in Canada.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Applications Programming Director that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Applications Programming Director in Canada is C$192,550, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Applications Programming Director in Canada are expected to make less than C$192,550.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Applications Programming Director in , that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Applications Programming Director in are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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Directs all activities and develops policies and procedures related to the design, analysis, testing, coding, and implementation of applications. Enhances operations by establishing metrics, analyzing processes, and implementing standard methodologies, tools, and best practices to ensure high-quality deliverables. Oversees review of development proposals, projects, timelines, resources, and costs. Develops feedback processes for peer reviews, code reviews, and design reviews. Establishes a performance culture by incorporating individual and team coaching and mentoring to achieve excellence. May develop and manage outsourcing budgets, vendor relationships, or off-shore resources. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to senior management. Manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. View full job description
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