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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$200K - $322K *

Lead the charge in optimizing infrastructure programs that power our cutting-edge EDA ecosystem. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless execution and strategic planning, driving op...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$203K - $345K *

Champion the vision for Agentic Software Delivery, spearheading strategic innovation across CI, CD, and observability to enhance software delivery automation and customer experience while driving reve...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced infrastructure environment, driving execution among diverse technical and business teams, while adapting to evolving prio...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building resilient infrastructure for a global medical AI platform. Apply your SRE expertise to enhance performance, reduce toil, and refine incident response, making a meaningful i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Elevate the quality assurance process by managing UAT, bug triage, and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure seamless communication and proactive quality management throughout th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $259K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure management by leading a dedicated group focused on high availability, security, and automation. Drive innovation while mentoring talent and enhancing opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $260K *

Lead the charge in shaping the engineering vision and scaling architecture to support rapid growth, driving organizational effectiveness while ensuring platform resilience in a high-performance, remot...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive seamless client implementations by managing complex, multi-service projects. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and exceptional client experiences thr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $180K *

Innovate and enhance financial solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, leading team projects, developing UI features and scalable APIs, while mentoring peers to create impactful tools for families' f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $149K *

Lead high-impact, cross-functional programs as a Principal Business Systems Analyst, tackling complex problems that shape Core IT's operations. Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at our API team as a hands-on Engineering Manager, blending technical skill with people leadership. You'll enhance team performance, contribute to the codebase, and drive architect...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and execution of customer-centric control planes. Lead cross-functional teams in defining strategic direction while nurturing a vibrant ecosystem, delivering innovative and scalabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading product vision and strategy, driving customer insights to align with business goals. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, ensuring impactful outcomes f...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Innovate by developing scalable applications that enhance radiology workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient solutions, ensuring high standards of code quality and securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining customer trust through innovative engineering. Lead squads to automate security assessments, driving strategic roadmaps while fostering a high-accountability culture and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$211K - $253K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experience through innovative frontend solutions. As a leader, drive performance, development, and cross-team collaboration to deliver impactful customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing customer operations by enhancing support and service delivery. Drive team performance, improve workflows, and leverage AI to elevate customer experience and satisfaction...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $220K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing payroll in agriculture. Leverage AI expertise to design and deploy production-grade agents, collaborate across the tech stack, and drive innovative solutions in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead project implementation efforts by managing customer onboarding and platform configuration while ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Collaborate with clients and internal teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $266K *

Drive complex technical programs by collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business objectives into actionable strategies, ensuring successful outcomes through effective leadership and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the development of software systems for autonomous aviation, managing architecture, integration, and performance across airborne, ground, and cloud environments to enhance operation and reliabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead and innovate within a high-impact engineering team, driving automation and transparency in customer assessments. Foster a culture of accountability while collaborating cross-functionally to deliv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $193K *

Drive the design and development of high-quality IAM solutions that ensure compliance and security across technology functions, working collaboratively to enhance user experiences and organizational e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Lead the enhancement of IT service management by implementing ServiceNow solutions, driving operational efficiency, and fostering stakeholder engagement to support the FAA's mission and strategic prio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's enhancing IT service management through ServiceNow innovations, driving operational excellence while collaborating with stakeholders to deliver integrated, customer-focused solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.