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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$88K - $105K *

Oversee and coordinate IT and organizational change projects across the Americas, ensuring alignment with global initiatives. Drive stakeholder engagement and manage project timelines, risks, and depe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Drive the charge in delivering impactful IT and organizational change projects across the Americas. Collaborate with global teams to ensure timely execution, effective communication, and alignment wit...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $180K *

Drive the evolution of our Python-based modeling services and dashboard applications. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance investment processes, integrating AI-driven capabilities and setting te...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $180K *

Engineer innovative investment modeling applications, leading full-stack development and AI integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and elevate technical standards, d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and optimize embedded software across platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless integration and lead projects using Agile methodologies. Driv...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Optimize factory operations by developing software and data systems that connect manufacturing equipment, enhancing integration and accessibility for engineers and operators in a collaborative environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $278K *

Innovate enterprise solutions by leading cross-functional teams to architect AI-driven mobile device strategies. Drive technical roadmaps and collaborate with executives to enhance product offerings a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $179K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions by managing a skilled team of developers, ensuring high-quality applications, and driving continuous improvement across projects and process...

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

$176K - $265K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$143K - $194K *

Transform the future of transportation technology by developing scalable algorithms and systems that optimize middle-mile freight movements, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance effici...

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee multiple federal construction projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and compliance with regulations. Manage teams and subcontractors while fostering strong client relationshi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable cloud-based software solutions. Drive innovation in microservices architecture while mentoring a talented team in a collaborative, fa...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$436K - $500K+*

Champion the future of entertainment technology by leading a team to ensure reliable, real-time catalog feeds and data integrity, driving innovation and collaboration across diverse teams to enhance t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing compute infrastructure, ensuring scalable services for diverse applications. Collaborate with top engineers to optimize VM lifecycle management and leverage AI tools for o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Empower a talented engineering team to develop innovative airgap-native software solutions. Drive product success in National Defense by ensuring seamless integration with UDS, fostering collaboration...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $270K *

Unlock potential by owning the development of a robust data platform, integrating diverse sources, and enhancing user-facing features. Collaborate across teams to ensure quality, reliability, and perf...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $213K *

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative naval simulation solutions by leveraging your software engineering expertise. Collaborate with military stakeholders to develop high-fidelity systems that enhance training and oper...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $192K *

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

$151K - $204K *

Reimagine the future of data products by owning the strategy for a diverse portfolio. Collaborate across engineering teams to unify forecasting, analytics, and AI solutions, ensuring data accessibilit...

2 weeks ago

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

$196K - $243K *

Unlock your potential by building critical, large-scale distributed systems that simplify Kubernetes deployment for engineers, enhancing their productivity and experience in a dynamic, collaborative e...

1 week ago

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

$137K - $172K *

Transform customer engagements by rapidly prototyping AI solutions, ensuring secure deployments, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive impactful results in a dynamic environment...

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

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing team of project managers to drive innovative software solutions across multiple functions, ensuring operational effectiveness and timely delivery of high-quality pro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Transform your career by leading software development projects, enhancing solutions, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality products. Utilize your expertise in programming and design to...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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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