Senior Manager, Software Development Jobs

Explore senior manager, software development opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Senior managers guide engineering teams, shape technical direction, and help organizations deliver reliable software that meets business needs.

What Does a Senior Manager of Software Development Do?

Senior managers oversee software development teams and programs, translating organizational priorities into technical plans and delivery goals. Depending on the company, they may manage multiple teams, partner with product and design leaders, guide architecture decisions, and establish practices for quality, security, and dependable releases.

Common Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach, and develop software engineers and engineering managers.
  • Set team priorities, delivery plans, and measurable performance goals.
  • Collaborate with product, design, security, and business stakeholders.
  • Guide technical strategy, architecture, and modernization initiatives.
  • Improve engineering processes, code quality, and release reliability.
  • Manage staffing, budgets, risks, and cross-team dependencies.

Skills and Qualifications Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for substantial software engineering experience, a record of leading teams, and the ability to balance technical judgment with business priorities. Useful strengths include people management, strategic planning, systems design, clear communication, and experience with modern development practices. Requirements vary by organization, industry, and the scope of the role.

Find Senior Software Development Leadership Roles

Use Ladders to explore senior manager, software development jobs and discover opportunities that match your experience and career goals. Compare role requirements, leadership scope, and compensation details as you search for your next software engineering management position.

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$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and implement innovative AI applications, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver scalable, efficient solutions, and mentor junior developers while staying at the f...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $134K *

Innovate and optimize our core fintech systems, leveraging AI-driven technologies while owning end-to-end product development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure impactful user experien...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative and scalable Trading & Custody systems by leading cross-functional projects and collaborating closely with product and compliance teams, while inspiring the engineering team with a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$245K - $337K *

Strategize and drive revenue growth by expanding consulting services, building C-level relationships, and negotiating complex contracts. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance market share and establ...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $176K *

Lead the operational strategy for partner ecosystems, managing processes and technology to enhance partner engagement and streamline workflows. Drive automation and data integrity while collaborating...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive customer success and system reliability by leading a high-impact, agile engineering team focused on short-term initiatives that enhance product adoption and solve complex integration challenges...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of finance by optimizing data pipelines, enhancing reporting systems, and collaborating with stakeholders. Drive insights and analytics to improve financial proce...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $232K *

Drive successful global deployments by leveraging your expertise in Workday methodology. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure timely project delivery while enhancing customer experien...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive product strategy and innovation in a collaborative environment, leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance customer experiences and deliver measurable business outcomes. Elevate your care...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $260K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, large-scale technical programs, driving strategic initiatives, and fostering collaboration across teams to achieve business objectives and enhance operational e...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Transform product capabilities by leading strategy and execution for shared workflows, ensuring seamless integration and user experience across platforms. Drive measurable outcomes through customer in...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$95K - $115K *

Champion project delivery by overseeing HV cable testing projects across North America. Ensure alignment with client expectations while managing resources, schedules, and budgets for successful comple...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $146K *

Innovate strategic partnerships and drive revenue growth in NTN and IoT sectors. Cultivate relationships with global carriers, negotiate agreements, and identify new business opportunities to establis...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex data management projects, blending Agile methodologies with technical expertise. Drive collaboration across healthcare analytics, ensuring successful delivery and s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$160K - $183K *

Transform the clinician experience by leading product strategy for a web application that enhances interactions with our machine-learning brain health platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Take ownership of impactful projects, designing and implementing robust backend systems with a high-performing team. Collaborate, innovate, and contribute to a culture of speed, quality, and continuou...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $200K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence across multiple campuses, ensuring robust design, validation, and energization of critical infrastructure while integrating onsite generation solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Transform the software landscape by leading scalable platform development, mentoring teams, and driving innovation in cloud-native architectures and AI/ML integration to enhance engineering productivi...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $286K *

Join a team that drives innovative software solutions by overseeing the full development lifecycle, from coding to deployment, and integrating advanced AI/ML components for scalable cloud-native archi...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Champion payroll platform modernization by leading data model redesign, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with engineering teams to enhance operational efficiency while minimizing risks during sys...

Utah, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $255K *

Engage a dynamic enterprise sales team to exceed quotas and enhance market presence. Drive growth through strategic partnerships and lead talent development in a defined territory, ensuring exceptiona...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $188K *

Elevate your career by owning product strategy and execution for AI Gateway capabilities, ensuring seamless connectivity across the AI ecosystem while collaborating with cross-functional teams to driv...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a senior manager of software development do?question toggle

    A senior manager leads software development teams, sets delivery priorities, supports team growth, and works with stakeholders to align engineering work with business goals. The role may also include technical strategy, architecture oversight, budgeting, and coordination across teams.

  • What qualifications are typically required for senior manager, software development jobs?question toggle

    Employers often seek significant software engineering experience, demonstrated people leadership, and strong communication and planning skills. Some roles also require experience with particular technologies, industries, or large-scale systems; qualifications differ by employer.

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    Titles vary across companies. Senior managers often oversee a broader scope, such as multiple teams, engineering managers, or cross-organization initiatives, while engineering managers may focus on one team. Responsibilities depend on the organization’s structure.

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