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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$168K - $227K *

Join our dynamic team to design and develop open-source message broker systems. Collaborate with peers and project maintainers while leading system architecture and mentoring junior engineers to deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the operational reliability of advanced lab environments, enhance automation strategies, and tackle complex technical challenges with a skilled team. Elevate performance standards and drive in...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Invent scalable architectures for high-growth AI applications in regulated healthcare environments. Contribute your deep technical expertise while directly addressing complex challenges alongside exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a pioneering data platform initiative, utilizing your data engineering expertise to enhance the platform's capabilities and collaborate with diverse teams for secure and efficient data solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $190K *

Elevate engineering productivity by designing innovative quality programs and leveraging SDLC observability to empower teams. Collaborate globally to enhance deployment velocity while ensuring the rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and drive AI agent development for clinical trial platforms, integrating LLMs through the .NET stack. Engage in hands-on engineering to deliver end-to-end AI features, enhancing patient-centr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $250K *

Elevate trading solutions by developing impactful C++ applications that enhance equity trading platforms, leveraging AI and collaboration to optimize performance and user experience for trading profes...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of defense technology as a Senior Systems Engineer, bridging hardware, firmware, and cloud systems. Drive architecture, ensure coherent product integration, and own critical systems e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Drive the development and management of cloud infrastructure through effective automation, CI/CD pipelines, and security practices while collaborating with engineering teams to enhance operational eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $265K *

Transform your career by owning the design and delivery of impactful features, collaborating with cross-functional teams to craft innovative software solutions that enhance user experiences and drive...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team dedicated to building innovative backend solutions in Python. Take ownership of features, optimize data flows, and contribute to architectural decisions that enhance a powerful platform, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $178K *

Build scalable solutions that empower law enforcement to combat child abuse. As a Senior Engineer, deliver complex projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure system reliability, con...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer the technical strategy for DataEdge solutions, collaborating across teams to drive cloud-native architecture, AI innovation, and integrated platform capabilities that meet evolving customer ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as you develop innovative software solutions using C#, Angular, and React while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $157K *

Shape the future of our e-signature platform by leading a focused engineering team. Oversee enhancements, ensure stability and security, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver intuitiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the product landscape by owning strategy and execution for a core Jama Connect area, utilizing senior product expertise and medical device insights to drive impactful outcomes and customer s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving software quality through innovative automation frameworks. As a key player, you'll lead QA efforts, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality, reliable software in an Agile...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $205K *

Redefine your career by driving innovative network and cloud solutions. Utilize your extensive experience in system administration and infrastructure management to enhance performance, security, and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $356K *

Develop high-performance parallel numerical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead software projects, and optimize algorithms leveraging GPU acceleration. Shape the future of comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion automated testing excellence by overseeing QA standards, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring robust software quality throughout the life cycle, from development to deployment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $219K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technical sales, helping clients solve complex engineering challenges through tailored solutions and strategic guidance, while enhancing product offerings base...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$214K - $295K *

Pioneer the development of innovative user experiences across platforms, harnessing deep technical expertise and leadership to enhance product design. Collaborate broadly to drive operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data solutions and lead advanced analytics initiatives for federal clients. Utilize strong database expertise and collaborative skills to enhance project delivery and manage client relationsh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $193K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating cloud infrastructure solutions. You will enhance operational reliability and efficiency while collaborating on mission-critical systems that empower data-int...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.