Welcome to Software Engineering Management Professions

Take a leap in your career with our selection of high paying Software Engineering Manager roles. At Ladders, we connect you with top companies in the tech industry seeking talented professionals like you.

Why Software Engineering Manager roles?

In this digital era, a competent Software Engineering Manager is instrumental in driving a company's technological growth. They not only develop software but also manage teams, ensuring timely and quality delivery of projects. Their roles are diverse, including strategic decision-making, coordinating with different teams, and continually updating their technical skills.

Career Growth in Software Engineering Management

Exponential growth is the norm in the technology sector, offering ripe opportunities for career advancement in software engineering management. With the right experience and skills, you can advance to roles like Director of Engineering, VP of Engineering, or even CTO.

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$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...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $242K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to innovate user experience and platform functionality, incorporating AI while driving strategic initiatives that align with business goals in a fast-paced, col...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $209K *

Develop and optimize software systems by leading a talented team of engineers, managing projects, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to achieve company objectives and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $255K *

Join a team that's shaping a cutting-edge platform by leading core and feature engineering teams. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and solve complex problems in a pivotal role while scal...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building innovative applications with a talented team, driving critical initiatives and enhancing collaboration to advance our software engineering capabilities and achieve business...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Empower engineering excellence as you lead a team driving high-quality software delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance team culture and ensure reliability in a compliance-focused environm...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Develop and lead innovative software engineering teams to deliver scalable, high-quality SaaS products. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration in a fast-paced, customer-focused e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $290K *

Join us to lead our infrastructure platform team, enabling rapid feature deployment and establishing SRE practices for operational excellence, driving engineering quality and team development in a col...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in designing scalable microservices and innovative solutions, enhancing user experience and driving business impact in a fast-paced technology environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead a team of engineers to develop and enhance scalable platform capabilities across data ventures. Foster collaboration, manage projects, and drive innovation while ensuring technical excellence and...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $265K *

Elevate engineering productivity by optimizing workflows, driving strategic initiatives, and implementing metrics that enhance delivery speed and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally, fostering an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in growing a high-performing Application & Product Security team. You’ll set strategic direction, define KPIs, and stay hands-on, ensuring AI-first, scalable security practices while m...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $347K *

Drive innovation in Intel's compiler technology, shaping AI and HPC advancements. Lead multiple teams in developing next-gen compiler capabilities while influencing cross-organizational strategies and...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of end-to-end feature development, delivering high-quality, scalable applications using React, TypeScript, Django, and Python while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

The Senior Full-Stack Engineer will be responsible for end-to-end feature development across the stack, focusing on building high-quality, scalable front-end experiences in React and TypeScript, as we...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $165K *

Develop high-quality software solutions while mentoring a skilled engineering team. Collaborate on complex client applications and enhance system performance, ensuring scalability and reliability in c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining legal technology. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead software engineers, guiding the development of a next-gen platform focused on AI-driven solutions, ensuring quali...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Grow your career with us as you lead teams in software development, guiding large-scale projects across global locations while optimizing engineering processes and driving innovative solutions in a dy...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $330K *

Lead a talented team of frontend engineers to innovate and enhance AI-driven user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Shape the evolution of agentic AI through collaboration and cross-team sy...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of travel tech by leading a small, agile engineering group focused on building durable B2B2C platforms and driving partner integrations with cutting-edge AI tools...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining travel booking by leading a small, agile engineering unit. Drive architectural excellence while interfacing with partners to create scalable, impactful solutions within o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building scalable B2B solutions while driving partner integrations and technical excellence. Engage with partners collaboratively to deliver robust APIs and enhance product strategy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$208K - $364K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful product initiatives by managing a cross-functional engineering team, collaborating with various stakeholders, and fostering a high-performing work environment focu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $241K *

Pioneer the future of search by leading a high-impact engineering team. Drive strategic initiatives in Single and Cross-Retailer Search, utilizing ML to innovate relevance and ranking that enhance use...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Software Engineering Manager leads and manages a team of software engineers. They oversee project management, coordinate with different teams, make strategic decisions, and ensure the successful delivery of software projects.

  • What skills are required for a Software Engineering Manager job?question toggle

    Software Engineering Managers require a strong understanding of software development, project management skills, leadership skills, and excellent communication abilities. Knowledge of specific programming languages or platforms may also be necessary depending on the job.

  • What is the career path for a Software Engineering Manager?question toggle

    Software Engineering Managers can advance to higher positions such as Director of Engineering, VP of Engineering, or CTO, depending on their experience and skills.