Explore Software Engineer Jobs

Find software engineer jobs that match your experience, skills, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles in software development, application engineering, cloud computing, and platform engineering.

What Does a Software Engineer Do?

Software engineers design, build, test, and maintain software systems. Depending on the role, they may develop user-facing applications, create backend services, improve infrastructure, or collaborate across teams to deliver reliable products. Responsibilities and requirements vary by employer, industry, and level of seniority.

Common Software Engineer Specializations

Software engineering encompasses a range of specializations, including frontend, backend, and full-stack development; mobile engineering; site reliability and platform engineering; cloud and infrastructure; and machine learning. Job titles and team responsibilities differ, so review each listing for its specific scope and qualifications.

Skills Employers Often Seek

Job requirements may include programming experience, knowledge of software architecture and data structures, testing and debugging skills, and familiarity with version control and collaborative development practices. Some positions also call for experience with cloud platforms, databases, distributed systems, or particular languages and frameworks. The skills sought vary from role to role.

Find Your Next Software Engineering Role

Browse software engineer openings on Ladders and compare responsibilities, seniority, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore opportunities for their next career move.

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$160K - $190K *

Lead the technical vision for large-scale systems software, architecting solutions that enhance performance, reliability, and scalability across distributed infrastructure serving billions of users. D...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of large-scale systems software by driving technical vision and architecture for platform services and runtime environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability across...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $211K *

Develop and test robust software solutions, collaborating with teams to enhance system quality and reliability while resolving complex technical issues and optimizing performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $211K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software development by applying advanced technologies and collaborating across functions to deliver high-impact solutions and enhance user experiences in dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $170K *

Partner with us to develop scalable software systems that enhance engineering and manufacturing workflows, enabling seamless data flow and effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams in a d...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $190K *

Champion innovative software solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to develop, test, and maintain applications and APIs in a fast-paced Agile environment, ensuring operational excellence and cu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Unlock innovative technology solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and enhance scalable integration solutions that drive business value and improve client experien...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Partner with us to drive innovative integration solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences and deliver high-quality technology outcomes in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $110K *

Empower your career by developing and documenting innovative software solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance control systems while expanding your professional skills in a supportive env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive innovative solutions as a Software Engineer, collaborating within an Agile Scrum team to analyze data, develop algorithms, and enhance missile threat prediction capabilities. Your expertise will...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career as a Software Engineer, supporting critical testing and integration tasks for advanced microprocessor systems. Collaborate on software testing, scripting, and hardware/software int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Empower your career by developing mission-critical software for space systems. Collaborate with senior engineers, enhance your skills, and take ownership of features in a dynamic environment focused o...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology! As a Software Engineer, you'll develop mission-critical software, collaborate with experts, and enhance your skills while delivering impactfu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Transform your software engineering career by delivering impactful solutions in the space domain. Collaborate with senior engineers, tackle complex challenges, and enhance your skills while contributi...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Elevate your software engineering career by developing mission-critical space system software. Collaborate with senior engineers, implement features independently, and deepen your technical skills in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Engineer, contributing to mission-critical space systems. Leverage your 3+ years of experience to develop robust software solutions, collaborate with experts, and enh...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join us to elevate your software engineering career by developing mission-critical space system software. Collaborate with senior engineers, implement features independently, and deepen your technical...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $129K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic Agile team to design, develop, and implement innovative software solutions. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver high-quality products while mentor...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Grow your career as a Software Engineer, delivering impactful solutions in the space domain. Collaborate with senior engineers, tackle complex challenges, and enhance your skills while contributing to...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a dynamic team to develop mission-critical software for space systems. Leverage your 3+ years of experience to implement features, collaborate with experts, and enhance your skills in a supportiv...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of space technology! As a Software Engineer, you'll develop mission-critical software, collaborate with experts, and enhance your skills while delivering impactfu...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $155K *

Unlock potential by contributing to innovative software solutions in cybersecurity. Collaborate with a dynamic team to tackle complex networking challenges, enhancing operational success for federal c...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive system improvements and enhance applications by identifying opportunities, implementing innovative designs, and maintaining quality code while collaborating with teams to leverage new technologi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Innovate your career by leading cross-functional teams to develop scalable applications. Drive technical excellence through mentorship, code optimization, and strategic direction while leveraging cutt...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize application experiences by collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing innovative user interfaces, and architecting scalable systems while mentoring peers and driving technical in...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a software engineer do?question toggle

    A software engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software. The work may focus on applications, backend services, infrastructure, or other systems, depending on the position.

  • What types of software engineer jobs can I find?question toggle

    Common roles include frontend, backend, and full-stack engineer, as well as mobile, cloud, platform, site reliability, and machine learning engineering positions. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for software engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by role. Employers may seek programming experience, knowledge of software design and testing, and familiarity with relevant tools, languages, or platforms. Check individual listings for specific qualifications.

  • How can I find software engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse software engineering listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.