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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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$125K - $150K *

Innovate offensive security strategies by building programs, conducting red team operations, and collaborating with engineering teams to address AI-specific threats and enhance security measures acros...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $185K *

Join our dynamic team to develop next-gen storage solutions, enhancing Grafana's App Platform. Collaborate on innovative features, drive projects from ideation to operations, and contribute to an open...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Partner with us to drive growth in the SLED market by owning the technical sales cycle, collaborating with teams, and shaping enterprise solutions. Your expertise will influence strategy and build sca...

California, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive the expansion into the SLED market by owning the technical sales cycle, collaborating with teams to influence strategy, and building scalable processes that enhance public sector engagement and...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining SoC design by owning subsystem development, integrating third-party IP, and optimizing PPA for next-gen architectures. Contribute across all design stages and drive impac...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Manager in Deployed Engineering, leading hands-on deployments and building a high-performing team. Collaborate closely with customers and internal teams to dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing mainframe network systems. Leverage your expertise in planning, installing, and maintaining software while ensuring system performance and reliability. Colla...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive innovation by enhancing CI/CD systems for ML models, automating testing and deployment processes. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and ensure reliable model r...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $279K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge AI systems that revolutionize customer engagement and operational efficiency. Grow your...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $115K *

Engineer robust end-to-end test automation frameworks using Playwright. Collaborate across teams to enhance QA capabilities, leveraging AI tools for efficient testing and maintenance, while mentoring...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's building innovative, scalable backend systems using modern technologies like AWS and Java. Leverage your expertise in a dynamic environment to enhance and deliver high-quality finan...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Drive your career with a role that leads data engineering initiatives, collaborates cross-functionally, and implements innovative solutions to enhance data security and performance for scalable cloud...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Champion the development of scalable software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and technical excellence. Mentor engineers and influence architectural decisions...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining automation workflows across IT systems and SaaS platforms. Collaborate with teams to develop integrations and optimize processes, enhancing operational ef...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Empower customer engagement by leading the design and deployment of innovative contact center solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to create scalable, AI-driven workflows that enhance operational...

North Carolina, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing end-to-end AI workflows, integrating LLM systems, and enhancing production reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and elevate AI engineering pra...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $123K *

Transform the sales landscape as a trusted pre-sales consultant, leveraging your technical and business expertise to drive growth in Commercial accounts and deliver tailored solutions that resonate wi...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical vision and operational excellence in cloud-native platforms. Lead engineering efforts, champion security practices, and empower talent while ensuring system stab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of security at Pliant by leading a growing team of engineers. Drive cloud security, automate compliance, and enhance application security practices while maintaining a hands-on approa...

Union, NJRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of cutting-edge test automation solutions, leveraging JavaScript and Python to enhance scalability, quality, and speed in the software develop...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of personalized experiences by leading a high-impact ML team. Drive technical direction, design scalable systems, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver innovative...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$141K - $236K *

Lead the charge in defining technical standards for secure, scalable Windows and macOS endpoints. Mentor engineers, manage projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance an...

San Diego, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's leading the modernization of a legacy system. Drive architectural decisions, enhance engineering practices, and foster a culture of innovation while ensuring reliable delivery and c...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $165K *

Transform the future of pharmacy operations by leading the development of scalable, reliable front-end solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and drive technica...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.