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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$174K - $252K *

Join a team that's transforming cloud experiences with cutting-edge technology. As a pivotal member, leverage your software development expertise to drive innovation in distributed systems and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $204K *

Lead complex cloud migrations for major customers, guiding strategy, execution, and governance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful outcomes and technical adoption...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $93K *

Shape cutting-edge AI-driven solutions for collaboration. Join a passionate engineering team to innovate and enhance user experiences in a rewarding 15-week summer or fall internship, contributing to...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $350K *

Seeking a Principal Engineer to lead cross-team initiatives, define platform architecture, and coach engineers. Drive AI adoption, enhance reliability, and improve customer outcomes while owning techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's focused on developing and maintaining high-volume backend services and applications, ensuring seamless operations through innovation and collaboration across technical and product t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$126K - $213K *

Invent solutions for customers as a trusted technical advisor by leveraging your expertise in Linux, GitLab, and CI/CD to tackle complex challenges and enhance operational efficiency for major clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $93K *

Accelerate progress at implementing and optimizing cloud technologies across platforms. Collaborate with teams to design cloud solutions, automate processes, and ensure secure resource utilization whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development by creating efficient, high-quality code and supporting application security. Collaborate on cloud services and CI/CD pipelines to enhance web applications whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Shape the future of reliability engineering by designing robust automated solutions that enhance operational efficiency and mentor junior engineers while streamlining systems across critical retail an...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $210K *

Lead the charge in pioneering AI projects by transforming executive inquiries into actionable insights. Manage a skilled team to rapidly validate concepts, embrace ambiguity, and clearly communicate f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$242K - $303K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative solutions and optimizing our payment processing systems. Engage in high-impact technical initiatives, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven business applications by designing Python services and APIs that enhance data processing capabilities in both cloud and on-premises settings, ensuring robust performance and seamles...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $234K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, focusing on performance optimization, AI integration, and ensuring high-quality delivery aligned wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $171K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative web applications that enhance user experience, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create scalable, reliable microservices while mentoring and driving...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $195K *

Unlock your potential by joining a high-performing team to develop innovative software for packet forwarding engines and system management in complex networking ASICs, playing a vital role in our lead...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Champion growth and innovation by designing, building, and maintaining scalable software products and integrations in a fast-paced, compliance-focused environment, while collaborating with teams to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic development team migrating to .NET 10. Leverage your .NET expertise to manage code upgrades and SQL Server transitions in an Agile environment, delivering robust applic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and enhance enterprise web applications, APIs, and database systems to support financial transparency initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver im...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in automating testing processes and enhancing quality for web applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to craft innovative strategies that ensure a seamless user experience while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing robust infrastructure services. Collaborate to automate processes and enhance observability while maintaining operational excellence in a high-scale envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $221K *

Join us to lead our Credit onboarding engineering team, driving innovation and operational excellence in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable solutions t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer cloud-native solutions at scale, enhancing products through advanced DevOps practices, automation, and cutting-edge technologies to deliver exceptional value to clients...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the safety design and validation of our autonomous trucking system, ensuring rigorous functional safety standards are met across all engineering and operational teams. Drive impactful safety...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$217K - $303K *

Drive the evolution of observability tools that enhance insights at scale, as you tackle unique challenges in software and infrastructure development. Engage in collaborative projects that impact mill...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $260K *

Play a key role in enhancing testing frameworks and tools, collaborating across teams to streamline testing practices and mentor engineers, while driving innovation in testing methodologies and ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.