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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$204K - $280K *

Lead and inspire a multi-team product area, driving engineering excellence and strategic direction while fostering growth in engineering managers and ensuring alignment with company objectives...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative, AI-powered financial audit solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design agent-driven experiences and own complex onboarding workflows for major...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $185K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focusing on scalable platform development, mentoring engineers, and enhancing infrastructure practices for optimal performance and growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $230K *

Unlock engagement potential and drive meaningful member connections strategically across our product ecosystem, leveraging cross-functional collaboration to foster deeper relationships and sustainable...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining DevOps integration with AI agents. As a critical leader, you'll manage day-to-day operations, inspire a talented engineering team, and optimize workflows to enhance our i...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Partner with us to lead test planning and execution for a critical biometric program. Oversee defect management and reporting while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $286K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions as a technical leader, driving architecture and engineering excellence. Collaborate on enterprise-scale platforms, optimizing performance and scalability while men...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Design and optimize robust backend platforms for real-time data processing, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and Spark to solve complex engineering challenges and drive scalable, efficient system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Develop scalable services driving Last Mile Delivery solutions impacting millions. Lead cross-functional teams in creating innovative software, ensuring performance excellence and agile practices whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $313K *

Drive impactful change by building highly scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with a top-tier team to enhance performance and quality while participating in dynamic software d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Execute backend engineering solutions for IoT Access Points, focusing on cloud-native architecture and data processing technologies to enhance infrastructure and operational efficiency across various...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape and oversee large-scale healthcare implementation projects, ensuring timely delivery, customer satisfaction, and effective communication across teams. Lead resource coordination, issue resolutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Partner with us to drive innovation as a Principal Engineer, designing and developing cutting-edge software solutions. Collaborate across teams, mentor peers, and ensure operational excellence to meet...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Accelerate progress at our technical team by driving architecture and engineering excellence for scalable Marketplace systems. Lead cross-functional initiatives, embrace cloud technologies, and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $105K *

Advance customer satisfaction as a Senior Customer Support Manager, leading service delivery and contract management for Public Safety customers. Build strong relationships, ensure SLA compliance, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $135K *

Unlock potential by driving program management excellence within an innovative AI engineering team. Coordinate large projects and ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and seamless operations in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Develop high-performance web and mobile platforms by overseeing architecture and technical strategies for cutting-edge ad-tech solutions, focusing on server optimization and seamless data integration...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead project teams to deliver high-quality results on time and within budget. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, drive communication, and ensure customer satisfaction while mitigating risks and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$145K - $175K *

Build a high-impact automation framework for quality assurance, ensuring rapid software delivery while maintaining compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance automated testing and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Innovate by designing and developing high-quality software applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance a key program for the Department of Veterans Affairs through agile practic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the vision and strategy for a critical AI-enabled compliance product, managing end-to-end development and customer insights across diverse user segments to enhance personnel data management and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Manage global site selection efforts to drive data center expansion. Oversee the full lifecycle, ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams while mitigating risks and optimizing processes in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming Warehouse and Transportation Management capabilities through strategic program execution, agile methodologies, and cross-functional leadership to drive growth and conti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of transformative internal systems. Collaborate with teams to enhance operations, improve data infrastructure, and streamline processes using strategic insight, inno...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $149K *

Empower your career as you design and implement complex software solutions, lead development projects, and mentor engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product innovatio...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.