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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$185K - $239K *

Grow your career with a dynamic Data Engineering team focused on delivering robust datasets, influencing financial models, and enhancing product capabilities through strategic partnerships and innovat...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $258K *

Lead the Data Engineering team to architect resilient financial models and datasets that enhance product integrity. Collaborate across teams to ensure data governance standards are met while innovatin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $219K *

Elevate your career by building the monetization platform for innovative products, seamlessly guiding them from beta to market. Drive key metrics that shape our pricing strategy while collaborating ac...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate product innovation by leading cross-functional teams to develop AI tools and workflows. Drive project momentum through hands-on prototyping and clear communication, ensuring alignment between...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure by leading technical direction, ensuring platform architecture meets company ambitions, and fostering collaboration across engineering teams f...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate solutions in software development, driving impactful changes across applications and frameworks. Lead initiatives to enhance functionality, ensure quality, and optimize performance in e-comme...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing software engineering teams, designing robust systems, and driving innovation while optimizing processes and enhancing application quality through data-dri...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our Hosting platform by providing technical leadership and expertise in large-scale systems. Shape architecture and drive reliability engineering while mentoring engineers to modernize and sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $195K *

Join us to tackle robotics challenges by developing perception, control, and autonomy for advanced agricultural machines. Collaborate and innovate to enhance systems that optimize mushroom harvest eff...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $110K *

Lead complex customer implementations, ensuring success through strategic planning, strong stakeholder relationships, and proactive risk management while guiding project teams to deliver on time, with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$169K - $235K *

Join the AI Transformation team to lead engineering efforts in developing innovative AI solutions. Oversee architecture, team growth, and cross-functional delivery while ensuring quality and complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal AI Engineer, leading software design and AI integration. You'll mentor developers and drive innovative, scalable solutions that enhance efficiency using AI tools and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $138K *

Drive innovative automation solutions for renewable energy design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency in substations and battery storage systems, ensuring impactful outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$198K - $248K *

Shape the future of product engineering by defining architecture and strategy for a game-changing initiative, ensuring high standards and fostering collaboration across teams to deliver reliable, secu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion modernization initiatives by designing and overseeing transformation solutions, integrating cutting-edge GenAI technology, and ensuring alignment with business objectives to drive impactful m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $231K *

Shape the future of automation as a Staff Engineer, driving technical vision, building AI-powered tools, and collaborating with a diverse team to enhance container ecosystems and software supply chain...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Drive operational excellence by leading teams focused on incident management, maintenance, and customer readiness. Own the product roadmap while collaborating with infrastructure and service teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing critical technical programs, enhancing research infrastructure while ensuring impactful collaboration across teams. Empower researchers to translate their wor...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform the DevOps landscape by partnering with engineering teams to enhance application deployment, maintenance, and observability while driving automation and best practices across cloud and on-pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $149K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex product development projects by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring customer satisfaction, and driving operational excellence from initiation to delivery in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by developing complex software applications and leading projects. This role influences policies and supports junior engineers, driving innovation and efficiency in business processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $189K *

Engineer scalable, reliable, secure distributed systems that enhance government services. Lead backend and full-stack engineering initiatives, drive architectural excellence, and mentor teams to eleva...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K *

Join a team that's committed to driving transformation initiatives by leading project management efforts, streamlining processes, and fostering communication that ensures project success and sustainab...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $188K *

Drive your career as a key contributor in SAP development, collaborating with scrum teams to enhance production operations. Leverage your technical expertise in innovative ERP solutions to deliver imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining data management by spearheading product innovation. Your insights will guide the development of user-centric software solutions, shaping the platform that empowers busine...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.