Explore Software Engineer Jobs

Find software engineer jobs that match your experience, skills, and career goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles in software development, application engineering, cloud computing, and platform engineering.

What Does a Software Engineer Do?

Software engineers design, build, test, and maintain software systems. Depending on the role, they may develop user-facing applications, create backend services, improve infrastructure, or collaborate across teams to deliver reliable products. Responsibilities and requirements vary by employer, industry, and level of seniority.

Common Software Engineer Specializations

Software engineering encompasses a range of specializations, including frontend, backend, and full-stack development; mobile engineering; site reliability and platform engineering; cloud and infrastructure; and machine learning. Job titles and team responsibilities differ, so review each listing for its specific scope and qualifications.

Skills Employers Often Seek

Job requirements may include programming experience, knowledge of software architecture and data structures, testing and debugging skills, and familiarity with version control and collaborative development practices. Some positions also call for experience with cloud platforms, databases, distributed systems, or particular languages and frameworks. The skills sought vary from role to role.

Find Your Next Software Engineering Role

Browse software engineer openings on Ladders and compare responsibilities, seniority, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore opportunities for their next career move.

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$150K - $180K *

Innovate cutting-edge AI financial solutions by architecting and deploying advanced chat interfaces and reporting systems. Collaborate with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows for global c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate software solutions by architecting AI-driven financial tools, collaborating with elite engineers to enhance investment workflows, and ensuring high standards in quality and security within a d...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by leading design and implementation of robust enterprise systems, driving innovation, and establishing engineering excellence while mentoring developers and collabora...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $280K *

Drive system architecture definition and refine requirements in a collaborative, agile environment. Engage with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with customer needs and technical solutions...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$218K - $256K *

Drive innovation in test infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and reliability for all engineering teams. Lead initiatives to modernize test execution, minimize feedback loops, and ensure trust in resu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $236K *

Join a dynamic team to lead digital engineering initiatives, drive technical strategies, and manage engineering projects. Foster innovation, optimize processes, and ensure the successful delivery of h...

Colorado, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $260K *

Lead a high-performing team to architect innovative AI solutions that empower business transformation. Drive AI initiatives from ideation to deployment while fostering collaboration across functions f...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading full stack development for e-commerce and consumer apps. Collaborate across teams to innovate with AI, ensuring quality and performance while mentoring engineers and shapin...

Houston, TXRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the configuration and support of Infor M3 non-finance modules, driving business process analysis and continuous improvement. Collaborate with teams to ensure effective implementation and user tra...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by developing customer-facing features across the full tech stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and enhance the Automox console, ensuring high performance and user sat...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative and scalable Trading & Custody systems by leading cross-functional projects and collaborating closely with product and compliance teams, while inspiring the engineering team with a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by partnering with customers and teams to transform AI and HPC requirements into reliable deployments, driving success through technical depth and collaboration across fun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $202K *

Innovate advanced GIS and remote sensing software for defense and intelligence, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance analytical workflows and imagery processing capabilities, while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion mobile innovation by owning the ElevenMusic app across iOS and Android. Drive product development with autonomy, focusing on creating exceptional experiences for musicians and creatives in a...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $238K *

Shape the future of embedded flight software by designing robust solutions for real-time operating systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop, document, and maintain critical systems...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a sophisticated healthcare SaaS platform by designing, implementing, and maintaining full-stack features that enhance user experience and system performance in a dynamic...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and implement robust disaster recovery solutions for enterprise DevOps, ensuring critical infrastructure recoverability. Oversee Jenkins, Bitbucket, and JFrog Artifactory environments while e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform complex Naval engineering records into actionable AI solutions. As a Senior Platform Engineer, you'll lead platform engineering efforts, ensuring seamless application deployment and operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $115K *

Shape the future of our platform as a full stack Software Engineer, enhancing both frontend and backend systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team, tackle diverse challenges, and grow your skills in a s...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$238K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing autonomous attack workflows for external surfaces, leveraging your expertise to enhance reconnaissance capabilities and mentor engineers while driving strategic technical...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of browser technology by implementing Storage Encryption Everywhere. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data security and optimize performance in a...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $225K *

Grow your career with a collaborative team focused on building backend systems for identity validation, ensuring compliance, and supporting all products. Contribute to transparent financial solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $183K *

Build scalable backend systems to validate consumer identity across products, ensuring compliance with regulations like KYC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the development lifecycl...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in integrating complex hospital data systems into Astra OS. Own end-to-end data pipelines, collaborate with customers, and design scalable solutions that enhance healthcare operations...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end product surface, driving discovery, design, and migration while collaborating closely with users to solve real market problems in a dynamic healthcare environ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a software engineer do?question toggle

    A software engineer designs, develops, tests, and maintains software. The work may focus on applications, backend services, infrastructure, or other systems, depending on the position.

  • What types of software engineer jobs can I find?question toggle

    Common roles include frontend, backend, and full-stack engineer, as well as mobile, cloud, platform, site reliability, and machine learning engineering positions. Titles and responsibilities vary by employer.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for software engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements differ by role. Employers may seek programming experience, knowledge of software design and testing, and familiarity with relevant tools, languages, or platforms. Check individual listings for specific qualifications.

  • How can I find software engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse software engineering listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Review each posting for compensation details, responsibilities, and qualifications.