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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$150K - $180K *

Contribute to our network platform's evolution by designing robust software for a high-performance cloud infrastructure. Collaborate on automating SDN and developing scalable solutions to enhance our...

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

$208K - $312K *

Lead the charge in revolutionizing software development automation with AI agents. Shape product vision and workflow for continuous improvement, while collaborating with design partners and customers...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and development of scalable APIs and backend systems, ensuring robust data foundations for AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver secure, maintainable sof...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$173K - $313K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to develop customer-focused applications and APIs for DNS and IP services. Drive effective collaboration and delivery across projects, ensuring high performance and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $313K *

Shape the future of customer-facing applications and APIs by leading engineering teams to enhance DNS and IP Acceleration services, ensuring performance, reliability, and usability at Internet scale...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead R&D efforts in developing innovative sauces and beverages. Drive product discovery, formulation, and commercialization while ensuring quality and customer satisfaction in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$207K - $300K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $332K *

Innovate software solutions by leading design, development, and testing efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure system requirements are met while maintaining high standards of quality and security i...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$176K - $332K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the design, development, and testing of innovative software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet system requir...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$113K - $163K *

Champion transformative Global Risk Technology initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, driving strategic outcomes, and enhancing risk management capabilities through innovative solutions and di...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$91K - $156K *

Shape the future of project management by overseeing all phases of key initiatives, ensuring adherence to milestones while leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in the power d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform project delivery by leading enterprise initiatives from SOW to warranty. Manage customer relationships, scope, and change control while ensuring successful internal project outcomes and stak...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of legal tech by leading a dynamic engineering group. You'll drive AI-native workflows, enhance product features, and ensure personal injury victims receive fair...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop AI-native legal document solutions. Balance strategic leadership with hands-on contributions, collaborating across functions to enhance workflows and ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$289K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$115K - $163K *

Partner with us to drive financial performance by delivering actionable insights and supporting enterprise planning. Collaborate with senior leaders to analyze complex data and enhance strategic decis...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous defense technology by designing and developing full-stack applications that enhance deployment, monitoring, and logistics workflows for cutting-edge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $136K *

Lead and innovate in payments technology, spearheading a dynamic engineering team to create cutting-edge, resilient solutions that improve customer payment experiences across multiple channels, while...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic integrations engineering team, driving the analysis, design, and implementation of a modern integrations ecosystem while fostering technical leadership and collab...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $200K *

Manage complex engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget and timelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution and foster a high-perfo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $185K *

Join a team that's passionate about developing innovative web applications. Leverage your full stack expertise in C++, TypeScript, and REST APIs to create user-friendly solutions while collaborating w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading equipment engineering for contact lens manufacturing. Drive innovation, enhance operational excellence, and develop future engineering leaders while ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $317K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology operations for global scalability and efficiency. Direct key strategic initiatives, foster collaboration, and ensure operational excellence across cloud and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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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