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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$49K - $290K *

Shape the future of program management by overseeing a critical 24x7 operational environment. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring effective resource allocation, compliance, and performance while driving p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $159K *

Build innovative robotics software for Autonomous Mobile Robots, enhancing navigation, control, and fleet management. Collaborate with teams to deploy and optimize systems, ensuring robust performance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain embedded software for advanced robotics, ensuring system compatibility and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, support users, and lead technical projects while g...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Explore opportunities to lead cross-functional teams and manage client projects, ensuring on-time delivery within budget while fostering effective communication and collaboration. Elevate project outc...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovation and lead high-performing engineering teams to deliver cutting-edge Wealth Management technology solutions. Drive strategic direction, operational excellence, and client-focused out...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the development of AI-driven healthcare solutions. Collaborate across disciplines to transform complex challenges into impactful products, ensuring reliability and safety w...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Contribute to cross-functional projects, driving initiatives from intake to completion, ensuring timelines, scope, and business goals align. Collaborate across teams, communicate effectively, and mana...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$221K - $387K *

Drive innovation by defining the technical vision for AI-native security solutions, leveraging advanced ML techniques to tackle complex cybersecurity challenges while enhancing scalability and reliabi...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $163K *

Champion the development of innovative software solutions, guiding a talented team as you drive architecture, implementation, and optimization to meet dynamic project goals. Collaborate with stakehold...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous driving by designing and implementing advanced behavior planning systems. Collaborate with experts to tackle complex challenges in dynamic environme...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Drive strategic initiatives and enhance operational efficiency by leading cross-functional teams in manufacturing engineering. Champion infrastructure and IT projects to ensure seamless operations whi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $157K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Developer, enhancing OTC derivatives systems through agile methodologies, team leadership, and expert engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $248K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of database security by designing and implementing robust encryption solutions for MongoDB Atlas, ensuring compliance and reliability across major cloud platforms...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $285K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Mobile Developer Experience by driving strategic initiatives, guiding a diverse team, and optimizing core infrastructure to empower engineers and create efficient, world-c...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Contribute to the evolution of technology in Benchmark & Index Management by developing and maintaining AWS-hosted web applications using Python and React. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to d...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Discover your potential by leading a team in developing innovative technologies and products. Drive the technology roadmap, enhance engineering capabilities, and mentor future leaders while accelerati...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $285K *

Champion a world-class mobile engineering culture while leading the Mobile Developer Experience team to innovate and optimize foundational components across platforms, enabling your engineers to deliv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$193K - $285K *

Champion the Mobile Developer Experience team, driving innovative solutions and enhancing engineering efficiency through collaboration, strategic vision, and strong leadership while supporting a diver...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$193K - $285K *

Champion excellence by leading our Mobile Developer Experience team. Drive innovative solutions across multiple mobile platforms, enhancing engineering efficiency while fostering a collaborative and i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$193K - $285K *

Empower engineers by leading the Mobile Developer Experience team, focusing on innovation and collaboration to enhance mobile prototyping and infrastructure. Drive strategic initiatives that elevate d...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$162K - $207K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing trust in freight. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll develop innovative solutions to protect our carrier network from fraud while ens...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$196K - $230K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing developer infrastructure by optimizing CI pipelines and build systems. You’ll collaborate with engineers to streamline workflows and improve onboarding, makin...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $186K *

Partner with us to enhance our global business development strategies and execute high-impact initiatives. Manage cross-partnership operations while fostering relationships with key stakeholders to dr...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex IT initiatives by bridging technical execution and business strategy. Manage cross-functional teams, ensuring projects align with strategic goals while maintainin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$148K - $178K *

Drive the evolution of strategic partnerships and team operations, enhancing capabilities and fostering collaboration across various stakeholders to ensure impactful business development initiatives...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.

  • How is a senior manager of software development different from an engineering manager?question toggle

    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.

  • Where can I find senior manager, software development jobs?question toggle

    Browse Ladders for senior manager, software development openings and review listings for role scope, qualifications, location, and compensation details.