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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$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing complex engineering projects, ensuring quality and budget goals are met while mentoring junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver impactful inf...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $161K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional projects to enhance sortation and distribution solutions. Engage with teams and stakeholders to drive timely implementations and optimize facility...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects while driving financial success and client satisfaction. Develop team capabilities, implement strategic initiatives, and ensure a culture of safety and ri...

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects to ensure financial success and client satisfaction. Drive initiatives, develop colleagues, and uphold safety standards while achieving operational goals...

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing multiple projects, ensuring financial success and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Drive initiatives and develop co-worke...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Optimize project outcomes by managing multiple initiatives, ensuring client satisfaction, and driving financial performance. Lead teams, foster relationships, and uphold safety standards while contrib...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Manager, overseeing multiple projects to ensure financial success and client satisfaction while fostering a culture of safety and collaboration within the tea...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by managing financial results and client satisfaction across multiple initiatives. Lead teams, ensure safety, and contribute to strategic planning while fostering strong client r...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative process design engineering for life sciences projects, leading feasibility studies to construction. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$165K - $203K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions, leveraging over a decade of engineering expertise to drive technology leadership and management initiatives, fostering collaboration and excellence ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $179K *

Empower enterprise systems by leading SAP architecture, security, and development. Drive technical governance, optimize solutions, and mentor teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence acro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$151K - $204K *

Innovate cloud computing solutions for U.S. Government agencies, tackling complex distributed systems. Lead engineering efforts to enhance operational excellence and automate processes, ensuring top-t...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading software engineering projects in PCIe and storage systems. Utilize your expertise to optimize solutions and enhance product offerings while collaborating in a dynamic team...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $290K *

Champion innovation in product development platforms, driving strategy and execution for AI-first tools that enhance collaboration and efficiency across teams. Lead the evolution of platforms, ensurin...

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

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to and drive initiatives in Customer Service Management, leveraging your SAP expertise and project management skills to enhance service delivery and optimize processes across global teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Drive the mobile app experience for families and school teams, overseeing product strategy, roadmap, and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and retention acr...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform engineering workflows by architecting solutions that eliminate friction, enhance performance, and mentor teams. Drive innovation through reusable patterns and optimize systems for seamless d...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping the architecture of our AI-first cloud network. Oversee multi-domain teams ensuring coherence and high performance across edge, backbone, data centers, and SDN, while mentor...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and delivering scalable software solutions that drive innovation in transportation logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while leveraging AI technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Explore innovative solutions by designing and delivering scalable software for transportation and logistics platforms. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle complex problems and dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing transportation through innovative AI-powered software. As a pivotal contributor, you'll design scalable solutions and collaborate across functions to turn complex ch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $184K *

Unlock innovative financial connectivity as a Senior Software Engineer, driving the development of scalable applications and backend services. Collaborate across teams to enhance consumer experiences...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by designing and building scalable, secure solutions. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software while mentoring others and enhancing engineerin...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $189K *

Shape the future of AI in legal tech by building scalable backend systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions and mentor fellow engineers in a dynamic, fast-paced...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive performance excellence by collaborating with marine teams to ensure strategic goals are met. This role focuses on executing operational rhythms, interpreting performance data, and fostering stak...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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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    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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