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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$234K - $398K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of portfolio construction by leading engineering efforts to deliver innovative tools and insights. Drive strategy, enhance operational excellence, and empower tal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$234K - $398K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing engineering organization that delivers innovative tools and insights for risk-aware portfolio construction, enhancing investor decision-making through str...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$248K - $422K *

Champion innovation by leading a high-performing engineering team to enhance portfolio construction tools. Drive strategy, execution, and operational excellence while collaborating with stakeholders t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $200K *

Lead and inspire a software development team to design, implement, and support critical applications and systems, ensuring operational excellence and driving innovation in manufacturing technologies a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions while optimizing processes and ensuring compliance. Drive team development and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to achieve project...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$184K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI-driven platforms. Lead engineering efforts, manage a talented team, and drive technical excellence while ensuring scalable solutions meet organizational nee...

1 week ago

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

$184K - $250K *

Transform financial record keeping by leading a dynamic team to innovate AI-driven accounting automation solutions, influencing architecture and driving product direction for scalable systems that imp...

5 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading development, managing delivery, and driving process improvements. Collaborate across departments to ensure quality releases while maintaining a hands-on technica...

Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $262K *

Empower the future of robotics by leading supply chain strategies for advanced automation products. Drive innovation from concept to deployment, integrating technical expertise with strategic vision t...

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

$193K - $262K *

Lead transformative supply chain strategies for advanced robotic products, integrating technical innovation with strategic management to redefine industrial automation and drive product development fr...

Today

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

$145K - $185K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading software development teams, driving technical strategy, and ensuring platform scalability and reliability across global operations. Collaborate with cross...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $246K *

Lead the charge in mobile app development, guiding a talented team to deliver innovative solutions that enhance user experience and optimize performance while aligning with business goals and fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $246K *

Lead and mentor mobile app development teams to deliver innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape technical strategy, optimize performance, and ensure high-qua...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$136K - $246K *

Accelerate your career by leading mobile app development teams, optimizing performance, and delivering impactful software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape technical strat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $135K *

Lead product development and innovation for new beverage platforms, driving strategy from formulation to commercialization while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure qu...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading key initiatives, architecting scalable services, and designing data-intensive applications in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and real-time ins...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform. Drive innovation, manage global engineering teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data cent...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, driving architecture and global engineering teams to deliver real-time insights and operational excellence across data centers, while collaboratin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform. Drive innovation in cloud-native architecture, manage global teams, and collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cloud-native DCIM platform, managing global teams to deliver scalable solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in data c...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Drive the development of a cutting-edge cloud-native DCIM platform, leading global engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions that optimize data center operations and enhance real-time mo...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Lead the charge in developing a cutting-edge DCIM platform, driving global engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure while ensuring operational excellence and alignmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $175K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge DCIM platform, overseeing global teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive innovation and ensure ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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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