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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$104K - $156K *

Transform client relationships by leading strategic implementations, ensuring operational excellence, and driving product adoption in the healthcare payor industry. Collaborate with cross-functional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Transform the contracting process by managing the lifecycle of agreements, ensuring efficient execution while balancing risk and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision for a high-impact Data Engineering Practice, leading strategy, P&L, talent, and client engagement to transform enterprise data into strategic assets and AI-ready infrastructure...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $310K *

Elevate your career as you lead a team of technical experts to develop innovative strategies that drive customer engagement and support business growth across diverse sectors...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $208K *

Reimagine user experiences by leading design for core product features, ensuring seamless integration and customer delight. Collaborate across teams to enhance engagement and trust, shaping the future...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $170K *

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New York, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$96K - $145K *

Transform service delivery for complex accounts by ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met. Lead governance, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives while building trusted relationships...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $155K *

Lead the strategic management of a diverse property portfolio, enhancing site performance and revenue through effective negotiations and cross-functional collaboration. Drive initiatives that maximize...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a B2B SaaS platform, blending hands-on ownership with strategic leadership. Collaborate across teams to align customer needs and business goals, ensuring high...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $204K *

Lead and innovate as a Staff Software Engineer, guiding agile teams to design, develop, and maintain complex software systems while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring high-quality delivery of pro...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $158K *

Unlock potential by managing complex projects in digital healthcare, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program success and address st...

Waukesha, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform real estate transactions by managing complex portfolios, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $159K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic web engineering team to design, develop, and maintain scalable applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and enhance CI/CD practice...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $288K *

Drive modernization and operational stability for eligibility processing, leading a multi-team engineering organization to enhance cloud-based data services and APIs, ensuring high availability and co...

Illinois, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale automation projects, guiding teams through all phases with a focus on customer satisfaction, operational excellence, and financial management in a collaborative environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $155K *

Deliver impactful IT project management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely execution of complex resource management tools, and driving successful transitions to operations through effe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $235K *

Lead and innovate in our modeling group, managing a team of engineers to develop next-gen technology while ensuring seamless integration with AI and existing systems; collaborate closely with stakehol...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$183K - $200K *

Transform the Developer Platform by enhancing infrastructure and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient product delivery while driving adoption of innovative tooling an...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Shape innovative cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficiency in store technology operations. Elevate performance th...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading engineering, data, and AI teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality project delivery and te...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive client satisfaction as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing eDiscovery projects, managing budgets, and consulting on best practices. Lead teams, enhance workflows, and ensure timely delivery whi...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$108K - $216K *

Champion strategic content partnerships and drive digital initiatives by optimizing performance, enhancing customer engagement, and ensuring operational excellence across the content ecosystem. Lead r...

Irvine, CARemote

5 days ago

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

$260K - $288K *

Drive strategic partnerships by managing relationships with AHEAD, executing growth strategies, and enhancing pipeline creation and revenue. Collaborate across teams to expand market presence and achi...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$239K - $298K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team to enhance custody systems, ensuring impeccable reliability and compliance while driving innovation that supports diverse client needs and scales op...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Transform AI agent systems by owning technical decisions and delivery from design to production. Collaborate with stakeholders, develop workflows, and ensure reliability while mentoring engineers and...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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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    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation for a specific role can vary based on location, company, industry, experience, and responsibilities; review each listing for available salary information.

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