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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$263K - $395K *

Develop and lead a skilled SRE team to ensure high availability and performance of mission-critical software, driving operational excellence and innovation in a dynamic environment while collaborating...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$499K - $500K+*

Shape the future of system security by architecting robust solutions for edge and gaming appliances. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while ensuring high performance and efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Take ownership of high-impact product delivery while leading a dynamic engineering team. Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners to drive innovation and ensure scalable, customer-centric so...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $145K *

Elevate healthcare solutions by engaging in all phases of software development with a dynamic team. Collaborate closely with cross-functional members to innovate and enhance application systems that m...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $485K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in the gaming industry through AI. You'll lead projects to prioritize GenAI initiatives and enhance tool adoption, collaborating across teams to streamline workfl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $234K *

Innovate by designing and delivering a framework-agnostic UI platform that empowers engineering teams. Lead technical direction and enhance developer experience while ensuring performance and adherenc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion the development of robust Android infrastructure and features, enabling high-impact user experiences across Netflix's vast member base, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$230K - $380K *

Optimize the architecture for AI agents to seamlessly control complex systems, ensuring low-latency communication and robust integrations across physical environments, while leading simulation and orc...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Join a team that's shaping the future by leading a team of Solutions Architects to drive customer success and revenue growth while fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence in the...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining solutions architecture by leading a North East US team of talented professionals. Drive customer success and revenue growth while promoting a culture of collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Lead and inspire a Solutions Architecture team to drive revenue growth, enhance customer relationships, and ensure technical excellence while collaborating closely with sales leadership in a fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Drive customer success and team performance as you lead a Solutions Architecture team, fostering a culture of collaboration while shaping sales strategies and maintaining strong client relationships i...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Join a team that inspires excellence by leading a dynamic Solutions Architecture group. Drive revenue growth through strategic sales partnerships, mentoring top talent, and delivering exceptional cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Lead and develop a team of Solutions Architects to drive revenue growth and foster customer success while collaborating closely with sales leadership for strategic input and talent acquisition in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $230K *

Accelerate team performance by leading a dynamic Solutions Architecture group, driving customer success and revenue growth while fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence across th...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $242K *

Lead and mentor a talented Solutions Architecture team to drive customer success and revenue growth. Collaborate with sales leadership to achieve targets, ensuring a culture of excellence and strong t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $220K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative software and AI/ML systems development. Drive DevOps practices and full lifecycle management across teams while mentoring engineers and ensuring timely delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Accelerate progress at platform engineering by leading software and AI/ML system execution. Drive collaboration, mentor talent, and enhance operational excellence across teams while ensuring strategic...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $242K *

Drive operational excellence in our Data Platform Operations team, focusing on security, cloud optimization, and DevOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Champion platform-level execution of software systems, driving innovation and operational success across multiple teams. Lead AI/ML integration while optimizing cloud costs and ensuring scalable, secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Drive project management excellence by leading end-to-end delivery of healthcare IT implementations, ensuring successful adoption and optimal customer experience through effective coordination and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Empower your future by leading a software engineering team focused on building and scaling identity and access management systems for a transformative digital experience in life insurance. Drive innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $222K *

Drive strategic security engineering initiatives while leading and developing teams. Foster collaboration across engineering domains to enhance operational efficiency and support business objectives i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead and grow a distributed team of data professionals to architect, deploy, and maintain robust ML systems and data infrastructures, enhancing user engagement and driving business outcomes for a glob...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $250K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leading Environmental Realism initiatives, collaborating with industry experts and stakeholders to define immersive cyber environments and foster trust in autonomo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   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.