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Software Engineering Director Salaries in Ottawa, ON

• What is the average Software Engineering Director salary for Ottawa, ON?
  How much does a Software Engineering Director in Ottawa, ON make? The median annual Software Engineering Director salary in Ottawa, ON is C$198,736, as of August 26, 2026, with a range usually between C$184,606-C$213,207 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Software Engineering 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 Software Engineering Director in Ottawa, ON.

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  This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Software Engineering Director in Ottawa, ON that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Software Engineering Director in Ottawa, ON are expected to make less than the median.
  Source: HR Reported data as of August 26, 2026

• Job Description for Software Engineering Director
  Directs the software engineering function in the development, release, and maintenance of software applications to meet business objectives. Provides technical leadership, defines engineering vision, and implements best practices to maximize efficiency, reliability, and product quality. Establishes policies and procedures to deliver high-quality software products and services that drive growth and competitive advantage. Requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. 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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