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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$130K - $241K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Shape the future of digital products by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and launch AI-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive measurable business impact...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $241K *

Drive impactful digital product strategies by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and leverage AI technologies. Take ownership of product lifecycle from ideation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $241K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative digital product strategies that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive AI-first solutions, ensuring successful execution from idea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Drive impactful digital product strategies by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experiences and leverage AI technologies. Shape innovative solutions that meet client needs...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $241K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Engage in transformative product management, driving AI-first digital solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences and deliver measurable outcomes, ensuring successful pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Elevate your career by driving innovative digital product strategies, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance customer experiences, and leveraging AI technologies to deliver impactful solutions th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $241K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative digital product strategies, collaborating with diverse teams to launch AI-first solutions, and ensuring impactful customer experiences through effective execu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Empower clients by leading innovative digital product strategies, focusing on AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform ideas into impactful customer experiences, ensuring succe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Lead the charge in transforming digital product strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive measurable business imp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Join a dynamic team as you drive the development of innovative digital products, leveraging AI technologies to enhance customer experiences and achieve strategic goals through collaborative execution...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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Champion innovative digital product strategies, driving AI-first solutions and enhancing customer experiences through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve measurable outcomes and busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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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.

  • Do senior manager, software development jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    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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