Chief Software Engineer Job Opportunities

Reach the apex of your software engineering career with our Chief Software Engineer job category. Find job listings that meet your skills and experience, and earn over $100,000 annually at vetted companies

What to expect as a Chief Software Engineer

The Chief Software Engineer is the guiding force behind the team of software engineers, overseeing all aspects of software development, ranging from ideation to completion and maintenance of projects.

Skills required for a Chief Software Engineer

As a Chief Software Engineer, you will need to master coding languages, project and team management, and have an innovative mindset to drive the development of remarkable software solutions.

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$200K - $240K *

The Software Engineer Chief will lead the design and integration of software components for the AF TENCAP HOPE 2.0 contract, ensuring functionality, scalability, and interoperability with hardware. Th...

4 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

SAIC is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to support the US Space Force in the operational maintenance and sustainment of critical ground-based radar systems. The role involves code development, s...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $267K *

The Chief Software Engineer will lead the core Payment Processing development team at Visa, providing technical leadership and fostering innovation in payment solutions. This role involves designing s...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

The Senior Software Engineer in Engineering Enablement will collaborate with various teams to design and build tools and infrastructure that enhance engineering productivity and software quality. This...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $138K *

As a Senior Development Engineer at CSG, you will design, develop, and debug software applications within the Oracle EBS ecosystem. This role involves conducting advanced release testing, interfacing...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at ManTech will design, develop, and maintain software solutions for government intelligence agencies. This role involves collaborating with Network and Systems Enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at ManTech will be responsible for designing, developing, and enhancing software solutions for government intelligence agencies. This role requires strong programming s...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at ManTech will design, develop, and maintain software solutions for government intelligence agencies. This role involves collaborating with Network and Systems Enginee...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at ManTech will design, develop, and maintain software solutions for government intelligence agencies. This role involves collaborating with Network and Systems Enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at ManTech will design, develop, and maintain software solutions for government intelligence agencies. This role involves collaborating with Network and Systems Enginee...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer will collaborate with Network and Systems Engineers to design, build, and maintain program networks, ensuring data availability and flow. This role involves developing...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $267K *

The Chief Software Engineer will lead the core Payment Processing development team at Visa, providing technical leadership and fostering innovation in payment solutions. This role involves designing s...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

The Principal Software Engineer is responsible for the design, execution, assessment, security, and troubleshooting of software programs and applications. This role involves providing guidance to mult...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $150K *

The Software Engineering Lead at CAE Binghamton is responsible for overseeing software development projects, ensuring successful program completion while mentoring junior engineers. This role requires...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

The CSOC Technical Lead will oversee a team of Tier 1 and Tier 2 personnel while acting as a Tier 3 Subject Matter Expert in cybersecurity. This role involves mentoring team members, performing digita...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $185K *

The Principal Software Engineer will lead the development of advanced cross-domain software solutions, focusing on secure dataflows and system security. This role requires extensive technical expertis...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $157K *

The Software Engineering Manager will lead a software team, focusing on both functional management and technical responsibilities. This role involves coaching team members, overseeing performance asse...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K *

The Senior Software Engineer will be responsible for architecting, developing, deploying, and maintaining robust backend APIs and their integrations. This role requires strong backend development skil...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

The Principal Software Engineer will support the United States Army's Integrated Air and Missile Defense Battle Command System by designing, developing, documenting, testing, and debugging software an...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$204K - $296K *

The Chief Software Engineer will lead the Click to Pay Engineering team at Visa, focusing on enhancing the online checkout experience for Visa cardholders globally. This role involves providing techni...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $150K *

The Director of Software Engineering will lead and scale the engineering team to design the next generation of AS Software products. This role involves developing release strategies, collaborating wit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $296K *

The Chief Software Engineer will lead the Click to Pay Engineering team at Visa, focusing on enhancing the online checkout experience for Visa cardholders globally. This role involves providing techni...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer will lead the design and architecture of robust software systems for Cisco's Silicon One network processors, collaborating with cross-functional teams to align software...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $131K *

The Software Engineer will collaborate with various stakeholders to deliver solutions that enhance member experiences and streamline business processes. This role involves deploying product updates, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

The Software Engineer Team Lead will lead a team of engineers in developing innovative software solutions for automotive performance, overseeing the full software development lifecycle. This role invo...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to secure a Chief Software Engineer role?question toggle

    The qualifications for a Chief Software Engineer job include a Bachelor's (or higher) Degree in Computer Science, extensive programming experience, and proven leadership skills.

  • What are the primary responsibilities of a Chief Software Engineer?question toggle

    The Chief Software Engineer's responsibilities generally include overseeing the design, development, and deployment of software applications, managing the software development team, and ensuring alignment with the company's technology strategies.

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