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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$174K - $273K *

Lead the charge in a high-impact Growth team, managing and mentoring engineers, optimizing delivery, and driving product strategy to enhance customer acquisition and engagement efficiently...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $273K *

Transform the future of engineering by leading high-performing teams to innovate AI tooling and infrastructure, enhancing effectiveness and reliability across developer workflows while fostering a cul...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic engineering team, driving innovation and strategy while fostering a collaborative culture. Empower engineers to achieve successful business outcomes and crea...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the DevEx team to enhance internal platforms, focusing on reliability and developer productivity. Lead architecture, coach engineers, and improve automation to create self-service solutions whil...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust security function, managing a team while enhancing AWS infrastructure, compliance, and application security within a remote-first culture and fast-paced environment...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $330K *

Join a dynamic team to define technical strategy, drive software design, and build high-performing engineering cultures that deliver scalable solutions while ensuring operational excellence and contin...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $290K *

Drive innovation in quality engineering by leading a multidisciplinary team to enhance test infrastructure and ensure scalable, reliable, and high-quality customer experiences across our cloud solutio...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Explore the potential of AI in full-stack development while designing and delivering enterprise applications. Collaborate across teams and mentor engineers, ensuring your expertise shapes cutting-edge...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Bring your expertise to lead critical software projects, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the timely delivery of innovative compilers. Engage with global teams and implement efficient...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $259K *

Help us redefine AI integration by leading engineering teams to build innovative AI systems and standards, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence in a high-impact role that shap...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $281K *

Champion a world-class SDK team delivering high-performance open-source tools. Guide senior engineers, prioritize the SDK portfolio, and influence developer experiences across multiple platforms, ensu...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$147K - $160K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic software engineering team to enhance AI-driven billing automation solutions. Drive technical strategy, establish best practices, and deliver secure, scalable cloud-native app...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering innovations that redefine AI solutions, enabling businesses in the hospitality industry to enhance efficiency and focus on what they love. Collaborate across...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software engineering by leading talented developers in building innovative applications. Drive agile methodologies and foster a collaborative culture while act...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $231K *

Provide the strategic vision and direction for a new CI/CD product designed for software agents, ensuring rapid iteration and user adoption while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic Agile team to develop critical enterprise software applications, leveraging modern technologies in a fast-paced environment for mission success...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$420K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by driving large-scale technical programs across infrastructure, aligning engineering and product teams to turn complex challenges into streamlined solutions that enhance efficiency a...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $170K *

Lead and mentor a talented engineering team to design and develop innovative software solutions that enhance patient registration, ensuring high-quality delivery and adopting AI technologies for impro...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion a high-impact team in data delivery, balancing hands-on technical work with leadership. Shape processes, manage priorities, and enhance systems to ensure timely, accurate data output to clien...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine software delivery by leading engineering teams to develop AI-driven data solutions. Foster accountability and innovation while managing execution, prioritizing work, and guiding engineers th...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $260K *

Develop AI-driven workflows to enhance CI/CD systems, ensuring safe, efficient software delivery. Collaborate with teams to reduce tech debt and improve production reliability while scaling engineerin...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead and inspire a software engineering team to drive high-quality systems, focusing on technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement while aligning with product strategy and busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $273K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing engineering team, driving strategic execution and operational excellence while ensuring a reliable data platform aligns with enterprise goals and custo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead client-facing technical projects, ensuring on-time delivery and alignment with business goals. Utilize your experience to manage cross-functional teams and enhance delivery processes, while drivi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to mentor engineers and lead the development of complex financial systems. Drive architecture decisions while remaining hands-on. Collaborate across domains to enhance payment, fra...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.