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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$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's innovating the future of energy by integrating large-load facilities into the electric grid, solving complex challenges, and ensuring reliable power supply for high-performance comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $185K *

Lead the charge in designing and deploying enterprise AI solutions that enhance global operations across multiple business units. Drive scalable architectures, strategic AI initiatives, and cross-func...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead multi-year environmental remediation projects, managing client relationships and ensuring quality while mentoring teams and supporting business development across the Western U.S...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge network software for embedded systems. This role focuses on enhancing system security, performance, and interoperability within a real-time opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $180K *

Join the forefront of AI innovation by architecting and leading the development of cutting-edge GenAI platforms. Shape the future of agentic workflows and LLM-backed services while mentoring a team of...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Manage SaaS implementation programs by leading a cross-functional team, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and client satisfaction. Act as a player/coach to drive efficient project execution, promotin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $230K *

Drive the development of innovative worker deployment solutions, enhancing the scalability and management of Temporal workers across diverse compute environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure seam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance our GTM Systems & Tools team by architecting a high-performing revenue tech stack. Lead a skilled team to ensure seamless data flow, optimize workflows, and enable Marketing, Sales, and Custom...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $120K *

Empower our team to develop innovative software solutions by leveraging .NET and JavaScript frameworks. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences and drive impactful projects that ele...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Deliver intelligent backend services and AI-driven solutions, leveraging Java expertise and workflow orchestration to automate processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $330K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by leading ML initiatives that enhance vehicle behavior and safety in complex traffic scenarios, working alongside top engineers in a dynamic and fast-growing en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$83K - $114K *

Tackle complex projects by driving AI-enabled workflows and change management across Commercial Excellence. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to innovate and enhance operational efficiency through...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $166K *

Contribute to innovative software development solutions while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Utilize your expertise in cloud technologies and agile methodologies to enhance system functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Lead the charge in modernizing software applications by designing and implementing Java-based solutions aimed at enhancing automation, security, and system performance across business processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$66K - $106K *

Contribute to software development efforts by managing Java components, enhancing legacy systems, and implementing modern cloud practices. Collaborate with senior developers to deliver high-quality so...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $228K *

Engineer cutting-edge AI/ML infrastructures and lead cross-functional teams. Drive market research and innovative strategies to optimize server system designs, ensuring high performance and quality ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $285K *

Lead high-impact product initiatives, driving strategy and execution across cross-functional teams. Collaborate to shape AI and data-focused products, delivering measurable customer value while mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $202K *

Shape the future of grocery shopping by building AI-powered systems that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain large-scale applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform public safety operations by providing expert technical support, implementing efficiencies, and fostering strong customer relationships. Drive process improvements and problem-solving initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$202K - $253K *

Drive the modernization and scalability of B2B platforms while mentoring teams. Lead architectural designs and optimize complex systems for performance and reliability, ensuring robust capabilities fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $163K *

Develop and deliver scalable microservices architectures using AI techniques, Kubernetes, and Golang, while collaborating closely with teams to enhance network management solutions for diverse custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Transform customer experiences by leading imaging equipment installations. Manage projects from order to delivery, coordinating teams and ensuring high satisfaction while navigating multiple concurren...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$118K - $195K *

Champion automated compliance solutions and lead large-scale audits across multiple frameworks. Drive cross-functional collaboration while mentoring the team to build a robust compliance architecture...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$500K+*

Empower a diverse team of Data Engineers to innovate and enhance content distribution data capabilities, driving impactful analytics, machine learning solutions, and content promotional strategies acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$123K - $234K *

Architect innovative Salesforce solutions, driving client success through technical excellence, quality assurance, and collaborative strategies, while leveraging advanced cloud technologies for optima...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.