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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$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in resolving complex technical issues for customers and collaborators. Work closely with engineering, QA, and support teams to enhance product reliability and ensure a seamless experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $120K *

Empower your career by leading software testing initiatives, supervising junior engineers, and ensuring quality through comprehensive test planning and execution. Collaborate with development teams wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $316K *

Lead the architecture of scalable backend and cloud platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into secure, maintainable solutions. Drive innovation through archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team focused on proactive vulnerability research and software engineering. Drive innovation through AI automation and shape the future of offensive security wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the Machine Learning Platform team, enhancing our foundational systems for model training and evaluation. Drive innovative solutions, reduce technical debt, and foster a cu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Drive innovation in object storage by designing, implementing, and enhancing our storage system critical for AI/ML research, while ensuring performance and reliability at scale to support transformati...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Transform complex challenges into solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on architecture and implementation of AI-enabled applications and knowledge graphs within a dynamic team, utilizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $150K *

Lead the charge in quality assurance for cutting-edge software products in the life sciences sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure software reliability, mentoring junior talent whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Transform data practices by enhancing a robust Databricks platform, ensuring reliable data pipelines, and proactively resolving incidents in a dynamic Data & Analytics environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $185K *

Join a team that's transforming quality engineering with AI-first practices across complex SaaS environments. Lead the strategy and execution while partnering globally to enhance system validation and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $153K *

Transform your career by contributing to innovative projects as you leverage Go, React, and TypeScript to deliver robust applications. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment while ensuring high-qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Drive the growth of an engineering team focused on web application discovery, leading strategy and execution in a complex environment. Mentor engineers while ensuring high-quality deliverables and fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Engage in cutting-edge AI innovation by leading the development of an open-source, plugin-based platform that enhances agent optimization and efficiency for scalable AI systems. Drive technical leader...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in resolving complex technical issues and customer escalations. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes and deliver exceptional outcomes while developing deep expertise in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$91K - $163K *

Develop high-quality big data solutions by designing, coding, testing, and maintaining applications while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency and integrate customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $350K *

Transform your career by leading electrical design for critical infrastructure, collaborating across disciplines, and mentoring a talented team. Drive innovative solutions in data centers while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving product solutions for Financial Services by bridging client needs and technical development. Collaborate with teams to create innovative, user-centered applications while en...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Elevate innovation by developing and maintaining strategic integrations that enhance our health ecosystem, ensuring secure and compliant data flow between systems to improve healthcare delivery and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $263K *

Join a team that's transforming feature delivery systems. As a senior engineer, you'll enhance reliability and scale of backend services managing real-time flag configurations. Collaborate across team...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $244K *

Optimize strategic business development efforts across enterprise accounts, collaborating with cross-functional teams to unlock growth opportunities and influence C-suite decision-makers in the AECO e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and scaling of Go services that empower insurance agents with tools for quoting and application submission, ensuring a seamless experience before checkout while collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $155K *

Drive the development of a self-service developer portal and enhance GraphQL APIs while collaborating with cross-functional teams and partners to deliver scalable and secure solutions for seamless int...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate talent acquisition at a dynamic tech company by leading comprehensive recruiting strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and enhancing candidate experiences to drive sustainable...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team of experts to design and optimize Azure cloud solutions, ensuring security, scalability, and efficiency. Collaborate across departments to develop robust infrastructures, implement...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.