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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$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

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $195K *

Help us shape the future of our platform by ensuring scalable, reliable cloud infrastructure while mentoring engineers and guiding architectural decisions to boost engineering productivity and system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

$139K - $174K *

Drive the growth and technical direction of a prominent DevOps team, ensuring infrastructure reliability and performance while fostering collaboration across product, engineering, and security teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 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

$164K - $240K *

Lead transformative AI initiatives by guiding teams to adopt cutting-edge technology, ensuring impactful platform improvements, and creating efficiencies across Root's organization for enhanced produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $181K *

Redefine data engineering solutions with cutting-edge Microsoft Azure tools, delivering enterprise-scale platforms that enable analytics and AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $185K *

Transform cloud reliability and operational evolution by partnering with teams to enhance system resilience and observability, establishing concrete service metrics, and refining disaster recovery str...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $214K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of Content Engineering by guiding distributed technology teams to deliver innovative SaaS solutions and enhance business outcomes through strategic planning and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $240K *

Lead the charge in driving technical execution and architecture for core application platforms, enhancing developer productivity and operational excellence across engineering teams. Ensure reliable, s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's committed to elevating testing standards across the organization. As a key SDET leader, you'll define frameworks and build a high-bar team, leveraging AI to automate testing process...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to engineer high-quality software in an Agile environment, driving innovation and robust solutions while enhancing your technical skills and career growth through collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $153K *

Lead impactful projects as a Senior Engineer, shaping software solutions that enhance healthcare quality for Medicare beneficiaries. Collaborate with a committed team focused on modernizing case manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Engineer and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions for financial services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop scalable APIs and microservices, enhance AI capabilities, and drive innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Engineer and deploy robust Azure and M365 solutions, ensuring seamless integration and optimal functionality across hybrid data center environments while providing technical support and guidance throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $241K *

Transform the future of digital experiences by providing technical leadership in designing and implementing scalable rendering platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance architectur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$184K - $356K *

Reimagine GPU-based data processing by optimizing open-source libraries for performance across diverse applications. Leverage advanced C++ and CUDA skills to drive projects from single nodes to multi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, scalable frontend applications using React. Collaborate with designers and product managers to create exceptional user experiences while driving projects f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data solutions by designing and implementing scalable data pipelines. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data workflows, enhance analytics, and drive bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by designing, developing, and deploying secure, scalable systems that align with business goals, leveraging expertise in AWS/Azure and the Microsoft Power Platform...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development of advanced Intelligent Transportation Systems, enhancing software performance across diverse applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams and tackling complex Io...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $170K *

Tackle complex reliability challenges in our Cloud Platform by leading system improvements, fostering innovation, and ensuring optimal performance through automation and rigorous management of inciden...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the architecture of certificate lifecycle management capabilities that enhance security across complex environments, collaborating with product and engineering teams to build scalable systems tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $108K *

Shape the future of rocket motor engineering by leading project teams, managing resources, and ensuring successful delivery of complex engineering projects within budget and schedule constraints. Coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping technical strategy across squads, tackling complex challenges and building scalable solutions. Collaborate with engineering leaders to influence the roadmap and elevate deve...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.