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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$160K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and development of scalable software solutions, enhancing user interfaces, optimizing backend services, and championing best practices in a collaborative en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that builds innovative software solutions for preconstruction bidding. Lead design and development efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and leverage AI to enhance decision-mak...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing collaborative features and high-quality APIs that enhance user experiences across multiple teams, empowering customers and driving Vanta's growth in security and complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable SEO/AEO systems, driving strategy and execution to enhance client visibility through data-driven insights and innovative technology solutions, while ensuring hig...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in architecting and implementing scalable software solutions while mentoring a talented team of engineers. Drive engineering excellence across multiple projects and collaborate cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $179K *

Champion user experience by developing AI features in a senior full-stack role, improving both frontend and backend systems while collaborating across teams to enhance our observability tools and prov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of robust financial risk systems to enhance client security and compliance. Collaborate across teams to create seamless experiences and safeguard operations against fra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Build a high-impact automation framework for quality assurance, ensuring rapid software delivery while maintaining compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automated testing and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Advance internal efficiency as a Software Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to automate workflows, develop AI-driven tools, and maintain CI/CD pipelines, ensuring high-quality softwa...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI in finance by designing and implementing cutting-edge features that enhance digital banking experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $218K *

Empower innovation by designing and maintaining scalable Kubernetes infrastructure, leading architecture decisions, mentoring engineers, and optimizing workload performance to enhance system reliabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $237K *

Champion the development of robust computing systems across Temporal Cloud. Drive innovation in managed compute primitives and architect high-performance solutions while ensuring seamless multi-cloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate as a critical member of a collaborative team, driving the design and development of scalable backend systems and AI-driven solutions that enhance product offerings and streamline integration...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $260K *

Empower the delivery of cutting-edge health tech by designing scalable cloud applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop data-driven solutions that enhance health outcomes for millions, wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $215K *

Transform customer experiences by leading a high-impact engineering team focused on product-led growth. Drive innovation and engagement across a comprehensive travel marketplace while enhancing effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of payments by architecting resilient, mission-critical systems that handle millions of transactions daily. Lead technical delivery and operational excellence while fostering engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Invent robust media pipelines and services to enhance real-time systems. Shape the future of LiveKit by optimizing media features, ensuring reliability, and driving performance in diverse environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by designing and maintaining scalable backend services while collaborating cross-functionally. Enjoy a meaningful role in building reliable systems that enhance customer experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in building high-quality custom software solutions while ensuring adherence to coding standards. Collaborate with a team, tackle complex projects, and utilize your extensive experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Pioneer high-quality software solutions by designing and developing robust applications utilizing Java and C#. Collaborate with teams and contribute to project success while adhering to best practices...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $198K *

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable backend services, collaborating with teams to enhance system reliability and improve developer productivity while shaping architectural standa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days 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.