Senior Software Development Engineer Jobs

Discover a range of jobs for Senior Software Development Engineers paying $100K and more. Explore career opportunities in a wide array of companies from startups to Fortune 500 firms, and catapult your career into high gear with Ladders.

Role and Responsibilities

As a Senior Software Development Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-quality, scalable software solutions. You will work closely with product managers, design engineers and other software developers to ensure your creations are efficient, reliable, and enhance the user experience.

Qualifications and Skills

Senior Software Development Engineer applicants commonly have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and at least 5 years of experience in software design and development. Mastery in at least one programming language, such as Java, C++, or Python, is essential.

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$200K - $280K *

Drive mission-critical software solutions as a Principal AWS Software Engineer, impacting U.S. Government projects. Collaborate within a dynamic, supportive team focused on innovation and excellence i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a fast-paced startup by enhancing our infrastructure. You'll drive improvements across AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance applications using AI-native workflows. Join our collaborative team to implement and maintain high-quality solutions while continuously learning and growing in your softwar...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engage as a Senior Software Engineer to build and integrate marketing tech stacks, driving growth through collaboration across teams. Lead critical initiatives while fostering an innovative, AI-driven...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $267K *

Shape the future of Reddit's GraphQL infrastructure by developing scalable solutions and collaborating in a remote-friendly environment. Lead engineering efforts to enhance capabilities and improve us...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $232K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical innovation by leading a dynamic team of software engineers. Drive technical excellence and Agile practices within a FDA-regulated environment, utilizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $251K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of autonomous vehicle evaluation, driving system-level integration, developing groundbreaking metrics, and leading cross-functional teams to optimize performance a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$106K - $284K *

Champion AI innovation by leading an engineering team to drive strategy, architecture, and delivery of an enterprise-wide AI platform. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to accelerate adoption...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Drive the data engineering strategy, leading a team to enhance manufacturing and supply chain goals. Design scalable data architectures, ensuring compliance and quality, while cultivating a collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$159K - $240K *

Reimagine your career with a leadership role in developing innovative AI platforms that enhance customer experiences and drive business growth. Shape architectural designs and collaborate cross-functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $145K *

Transform global cloud networking by architecting scalable, secure solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to design and implement next-gen networking services while enhancing production systems and fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable data solutions in GCP for healthcare analytics. Collaborate with teams to automate data pipelines and optimize performance, driving impactful data-driven decision...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$172K - $215K *

Innovate transformative software solutions for Sales & Retail, leveraging collaboration with product teams to enhance user experience. Drive architecture development and mentor junior engineers in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Elevate the API design and governance at the intersection of engineering and developer experience. As a technical authority, you will define, evolve, and architect APIs to meet the needs of diverse te...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Architect and lead the migration of applications from legacy systems to Laravel, while mentoring developers and ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions in a cloud-based environment. Join a dedicated...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and maintenance of automation frameworks, deploying and managing Helm charts across diverse Kubernetes environments, while collaborating with teams to optimize platform p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing scalable AI-powered solutions, enhancing user experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software in a fast-pac...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $215K *

Shape innovative security solutions by leading cross-functional projects, driving insights into product development, and advising stakeholders across all levels to enhance operational effectiveness an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $200K *

Explore the design and execution of transformative GTM systems. Partner with Sales and Engineering to create scalable solutions that integrate industry-leading platforms and elevate operational effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$142K - $196K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of customer engagement through innovative backend solutions, collaborating across departments to deliver impactful marketing communications and real-time messagin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing AI and ML solutions that transform operational efficiency. Collaborate across teams to design, build, and deploy production-quality applications while applying best pract...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Manage complex technical escalations for VMstore products, providing expert resolution and preventing issues in high-pressure environments, while advocating for customer needs to engineering and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $173K *

Join an innovative team to develop sophisticated SaaS solutions, enhancing pricing algorithms and optimizing user experiences through collaborative engineering practices and cutting-edge technologies...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Elevate ad performance by optimizing infrastructure for low latency and high throughput. Drive system efficiency while managing performance metrics, automated benchmarking, and collaboration with cros...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$60K - $120K *

Discover the vital role in a DevOps team, ensuring critical infrastructure operates smoothly while automating processes and enhancing software delivery for a leading company in the Insurance industry...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is the role of a Senior Software Development Engineer?question toggle

    The role of a Senior Software Development Engineer involves designing, developing, testing, and deploying high-quality software solutions. They work closely with product managers, design engineers and other software developers.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Senior Software Development Engineer role?question toggle

    Candidates typically need a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical field and at least 5 years of experience in software design and development. They should also have mastery in at least one programming language, such as Java, C++, or Python.