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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$250K - $300K *

Lead the development of a cutting-edge platform for managing a vast AI GPU fleet, focusing on automation, API design, and self-service capabilities. Collaborate with teams to create scalable solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Unlock potential by building a cutting-edge platform for AI datacenters, enabling seamless operations across a vast GPU fleet. Drive innovation in distributed systems, ensuring self-service capabiliti...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Innovate the future of AI infrastructure by designing a robust platform that empowers teams with self-serve capabilities, ensuring seamless operations across one of the largest GPU fleets globally. Dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing high-quality backend software solutions while mentoring junior developers and collaborating across teams. Drive project success through design, implementation, and mainte...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at Kira by building operational infrastructure, managing compliance, and enhancing financial planning. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure effective systems and processes as t...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $141K *

Join a cross-functional team to lead the development of mission-focused software solutions, translating complex scientific concepts into scalable applications while mentoring engineers and ensuring in...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$196K - $217K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing software engineering team that delivers mission-critical internal platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to drive technical excellence...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead and innovate within the environmental engineering department, managing diverse projects while fostering team development and client relationships. Drive project success through technical oversigh...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $116K *

Lead the charge in optimizing complex cloud systems, providing operational support, and enhancing system performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and reliability while...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Champion the future of cloud systems by providing operational support, developing solutions, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain and opt...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Develop and maintain complex cloud systems while ensuring operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and uphold security standards...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Drive operational excellence by supporting complex cloud application systems, developing solutions for technical challenges, and ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborating with cr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Transform your career by providing high-level operational support for complex cloud systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability while ensuring compli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Advance operational excellence by managing complex cloud systems, developing solutions, and ensuring compliance with security policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud-based systems, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability in a dyn...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Transform complex cloud systems by providing operational support and developing solutions. Collaborate with users and teams to ensure system reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement in a dy...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Drive innovation by providing high-level operational support for complex cloud systems. Collaborate with teams to develop solutions, ensure system reliability, and enhance performance while maintainin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Developer, providing operational support for complex cloud systems, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Help us elevate our cloud systems by providing operational support and developing solutions for complex applications. Collaborate with teams to ensure system reliability and compliance while enhancing...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Elevate your career by providing operational support for complex cloud systems. Collaborate with teams to develop solutions, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with security policies while enh...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud systems for Veterans Affairs. Leverage your expertise in AWS/Azure and system administration to ensure operational excellence and compliance while suppo...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Partner with us to oversee complex cloud application systems, ensuring operational excellence and system reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvem...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Support the operational integrity of complex cloud systems, ensuring high availability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and main...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $116K *

Help us deliver high-quality cloud solutions by managing complex production systems, ensuring operational excellence, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and re...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing mission-critical Mainframe applications, providing technical leadership and advanced support for Life Insurance systems. Drive performance enhancements and mentor teams t...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ 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.

  • 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.

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