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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$166K - $241K *

Optimize your career by leading complex FPGA development programs, coordinating cross-functional teams, and driving successful product rollouts. Leverage your expertise in hardware and software to ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $147K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence in multidisciplinary signaling projects. Lead technical bids and project management, ensuring timely delivery and quality solutions while overseeing e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic asset management initiatives to optimize fleet performance, enhance operational efficiency, and support long-term growth in the US Heavy Civil & Mining sectors. Lead a high-impact team...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by leading asset management strategies for a major fleet. Drive equipment investments, lifecycle planning, and supplier partnerships to enhance operational performance and financ...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform fleet strategy into a competitive advantage! Lead asset management, optimize equipment investments, and drive operational performance in a high-impact leadership role...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of fleet management by leading strategic investments, optimizing performance, and driving operational excellence in a high-impact role that shapes business decisions and enhances as...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of fleet management! Lead strategic asset initiatives, optimize performance, and drive financial success in a high-impact role focused on equipment lifecycle and...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing fleet strategy and asset management for a major US Heavy Civil & Mining operation. Drive equipment investments, lifecycle planning, and supplier partnerships to enhance o...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Optimize fleet strategy to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance. Lead a high-impact team in managing equipment investments, lifecycle planning, and supplier partnerships to ensure...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of fleet management by leading strategic investments, optimizing performance, and driving operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the right equipment...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative software solutions for government clients. Collaborate with teams to design, develop, and enhance applications, ensuring effective communication and ownership of...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$122K - $150K *

Tackle full-stack development and project leadership in a dynamic engineering team. Drive feature development, optimize systems, and enhance microservices architecture while collaborating across domai...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize manufacturing operations by leading production teams, ensuring quality, safety, and on-time delivery. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of accountability and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $271K *

Innovate and lead HCM systems strategy, managing projects and teams to enhance HR technology. Collaborate with IT to drive impactful solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Advance classified WAN operations by leading strategy, compliance, and vendor management. Oversee network performance, ensure security, and build a high-performing team to support multiple sites in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$210K - $235K *

Champion innovation by leading a skilled engineering team, enhancing game coverage features across platforms. Collaborate with Product and Design to streamline engineering delivery and ensure user rel...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$231K - $378K *

Transform data infrastructure by leading database performance optimization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency across online and offline systems, driving impactf...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $326K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of streaming infrastructure by designing and developing scalable systems. As a key technical leader, you'll drive architectural decisions and foster collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $252K *

Engineer innovative software solutions while leading design reviews and enhancing system performance. Collaborate with teams to ensure best practices in coding and documentation, driving the developme...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $210K *

Deliver impactful platform integrations by managing app connectivity and enhancing enterprise functionality. Collaborate with partners and engineering teams to streamline integration quality and lever...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $210K *

Lead product management efforts to enhance platform integrations, focusing on enterprise applications; collaborate with teams to prioritize projects, enhance integration quality, and utilize AI for im...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $152K *

Drive global print software support operations, ensuring excellence in customer service, issue resolution, and team leadership across diverse regions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive integration and deployment of innovative reporting solutions in radiology. In this role, you'll manage cross-functional initiatives, ensuring successful client implementations...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of mobile applications by leading software development, driving innovation, and ensuring high-quality delivery within fast-paced environments. Collaborate with teams to mentor develop...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$215K - $352K *

Lead the strategy and execution of enterprise infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and cost efficiency across global networks, compute, storage, and Azure. Drive innovation and manage diver...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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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