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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$110K *

Champion a transformative digital engagement strategy that enhances customer experience and retention, utilizing data-driven insights to create impactful, personalized interactions across all touchpoi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$123K - $159K *

Bring your expertise to advance our AI platform by building and evolving core infrastructure, enabling the development and scaling of GenAI applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to implemen...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Project Manager, leading enterprise integration projects and fostering collaboration between customers, engineering, and stakeholders to deliver innovative so...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead the deployment and transition of autonomous drone solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and site security for major enterprises. Manage program execution through planning, cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving a multi-phase physical security program for a global enterprise client, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on execution across diverse projects and teams to ensure suc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Optimize cloud engineering solutions to drive efficiency, enhance system reliability, and mentor teams. Partner across departments to scale platforms that improve performance and reduce costs, impacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Elevate quality assurance on construction projects by ensuring compliance with standards, facilitating inspections, and training teams in industry best practices. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to overseeing software releases, ensuring quality and facilitating communication across teams while managing deployment schedules and risks in a dynamic production environ...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $220K *

Optimize and enhance support operations by designing efficient systems, driving insights, and implementing scalable processes to elevate customer experiences as part of a collaborative cross-functiona...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$192K - $202K *

Drive impactful backend development initiatives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, owning complex platform workstreams from design to launch while ensuring compliance and operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the scaling of technology in mental healthcare by building and guiding high-performing engineering teams. Ensure operational excellence and drive innovation, while directly impacting quality and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $300K *

Architect multi-petabyte storage solutions for AI workloads, optimize performance, and drive cost efficiencies while implementing Kubernetes-native operators for scalable, automated data management at...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Empower user experiences across digital platforms by leading quality engineering efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions ensuring seamless functionality for cust...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $198K *

Lead the design, development, and maintenance of scalable backend services, collaborating with teams to enhance system reliability and improve developer productivity while shaping architectural standa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $150K *

Engage in the development of advanced AI/ML solutions to enhance operations. Collaborate with diverse teams to transform data into scalable applications. Take ownership of AI products, driving innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading a transformative data and AI initiative. Drive innovation, manage a skilled team, and architect scalable solutions that enhance efficiency and product excellence within...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$175K - $230K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing complex architectures, advocating best practices, and developing secure, scalable solutions for healthcare systems. Collaborate with teams to bridge dat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $205K *

Engineer innovative AI solutions that enhance HR efficiency and employee experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful automation projects throughout the employee lifecyc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $230K *

Champion multi-platform technical program execution to ensure seamless feature rollouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies and drive projects from conception to launch, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$254K - $481K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence across large-scale delivery platforms, driving strategic vision and operational performance. Join a dynamic team focused on delivering optimal logistics solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team of engineers to design and develop mission-critical software solutions for the US Air Force, utilizing modern programming languages in an exciting, collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Advance backend solutions by building and scaling a robust Laravel platform for a fast-paced gaming startup, enhancing services that impact millions of users...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $214K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise software solutions. Drive technical sales cycles, build strategic relationships, and deliver impactful presentations to executives and technical audiences whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $217K *

Pioneer innovative Java-based applications in cloud environments, leading architecture, enhancing modernization strategies, and delivering outstanding solutions across multiple teams while mentoring f...

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1 week 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.