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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$94K - $179K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing high-quality software solutions, mentoring teams, and ensuring successful project delivery while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Join as a Senior Software Engineer to enhance internal platforms, integrate AI technologies, and ensure reliable production systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet evolving bus...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $147K *

Transform complex multi-team engineering projects by mapping dependencies and coordinating cross-functional efforts. Drive progress by ensuring seamless collaboration among stakeholders for successful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of Public Safety deployments by leading a talented team, optimizing software installation and data integration while ensuring operational excellence and delivery q...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $275K *

Elevate your career by leading the development of cutting-edge ML data solutions. Drive technical strategy and architecture in an individual contributor role while mentoring engineers to enhance our d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to lead deployment and integration processes, overseeing a dynamic team to enhance software delivery quality and operational efficiency within Public Safety environments...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $262K *

Champion the advancement of machine learning by leading a dynamic team, guiding innovations in generative recommendations and enhancing user experiences across a vast audience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $125K *

Optimize control system projects by leading teams, managing tasks, and delivering solutions. Collaborate across departments to ensure project success and mentor staff for professional growth while sup...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of control systems by leading diverse projects and mentoring a talented team. Collaborate across sectors to enhance system designs and ensure successful project execution, maintaining...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$388K - $500K+*

Advance our mobile and TV member experience by innovating scalable solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and building consumer-facing apps using Swift and GraphQL to ensure delightful...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $189K *

Drive strategic governance and high-volume project management within Marketing Program Management, leading a dynamic team to enhance operational excellence, stakeholder alignment, and seamless campaig...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare technology by leading an internal engineering team. Oversee the transition of software ownership, manage vendor relationships, and drive AI strategy ensuring patient data privacy...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Engineer, leveraging agentic workflows to deliver AI-enhanced features and functionality across production systems, while fostering collaboration and maintaining high-qu...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $200K *

Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing high-throughput backend data pipelines, enabling real-time asset ingestion across distributed systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $163K *

Transform enterprise applications by leading architecture and development efforts. Leverage expertise in AWS, full-stack development, and modern software practices to deliver scalable, secure solution...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Shape a high-impact team delivering custom development and AI solutions. Lead strategic direction, mentor talent, and engage with clients to enhance platform adoption and maximize API and AI capabilit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence in mechanical design assurance for new data center projects across North America. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring operational safety and reliability while overseeing...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading innovative projects and driving strategic technology direction in a rapidly growing organization. Collaborate across teams to champion excellence and mentor...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud infrastructure and AI tools. As a full stack engineer, you'll enhance Netflix's efficiency through innovative web applications and APIs, directly impacti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Take ownership of a pivotal role in managing network operations, leading team initiatives, and ensuring efficient infrastructure support in a global setting, all while fostering a culture of teamwork...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading client engagements from concept to deployment, integrating technical knowledge with business acumen to deliver exceptional solutions for enterprise clients through collabor...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower the development of innovative banking solutions by driving product strategy, collaborating across teams, and delivering scalable capabilities that enhance customer experiences and meet busines...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $431K *

Engineer robust, large-scale infrastructure services to ensure maximum reliability for internal and external EDA platforms while driving automation and system best practices to meet business objective...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Build and innovate within large-scale data systems, enhancing member experience through advanced analytics and collaboration with algorithm teams focused on personalization...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Explore your potential as you lead software architecture and development, create scalable solutions, mentor junior developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative projects...

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  •   8 - 10 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.