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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$154K - $260K *

Transform edge AI solutions by leading a talented engineering team. Drive the strategy for embedded systems and machine learning, ensuring impactful deployment of intelligent safety features for real...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$208K - $306K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering excellence by leading platform services that enhance software development. Drive innovation, consolidate capabilities, and foster a culture of collaboration t...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$166K - $193K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers while overseeing technical excellence and driving AI innovation in operational systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver impactful features for post-purcha...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $202K *

Grow your leadership skills by managing a high-performing engineering team. Drive technical direction and execution, navigating complex projects and championing AI-native practices for advanced softwa...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$229K - $258K *

Lead and empower a high-performing engineering team to develop cutting-edge container solutions while driving innovation, ensuring quality, and fostering collaboration to meet evolving product demands...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $270K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software engineering efforts for a cutting-edge cloud gaming platform. Drive innovation, manage diverse engineering talent, and collaborate with partners to enhance the dev...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $187K *

Lead cross-functional infrastructure initiatives, shape platform standards, and enhance cloud reliability and observability tools, ensuring our product teams have the best paths to adopt and innovate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion a globally distributed engineering team focused on delivering high-quality platform capabilities and user experiences. Guide technical delivery, enhance workflows, and align engineering objec...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Execute complex, cross-functional initiatives while navigating ambiguity and redefining operational models. Your strategic insights and leadership will propel projects to success and enhance overall o...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of applications and systems, ensuring quality and performance through coding, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions and m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $270K *

Lead a high-performing team to optimize data lifecycle processes for ML models, driving improvements in data evaluation velocity and production readiness by integrating robust infrastructures and fost...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $199K *

Grow your career with a dynamic engineering team, leading complex defense projects and driving technical excellence while managing a skilled group of engineers to achieve strategic program objectives...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Transform global fleet operations by leading a team of program managers to drive innovative tooling strategies. Collaborate across teams to develop best practices, optimize processes, and ensure susta...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $190K *

Bring your expertise to lead and develop a dynamic engineering team, driving the delivery of an innovative, API-driven platform that enhances global digital credentialing. Focus on quality, collaborat...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Accelerate progress at a forward-thinking company by leading a dynamic engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence while delivering innovative product features and driving technical growth. Co...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Drive enterprise software implementations, ensuring successful client adoption of the Canoe platform. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage resources, and lead a team to deliver projects on time and w...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $175K *

Join a strategic team as you oversee complex web projects, drive digital initiatives, and promote best practices, all while collaborating across functions. Make a real-world impact while shaping the f...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $365K *

Drive the future of vehicle software as a Senior Software Engineering Manager, shaping a high-performance OS team that delivers cutting-edge solutions for smart, safe, and upgradeable mobility experie...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$210K - $230K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team to build scalable products and platforms. Collaborate across functions to shape strategy and ensure technical excellence while fostering a culture of growth...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading an engineering team to enhance productivity, quality, and collaboration, ensuring effective execution of product priorities while fostering a high-accountability culture wi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's tackling complex challenges in building scalable infrastructure solutions, driving technical direction, and enhancing performance across global platforms while collaborating with cr...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $241K *

Drive innovative solutions in a collaborative environment, impacting strategic projects across diverse functions. Join a dynamic team that champions growth and creativity while navigating industry cha...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Transform the future of physical operations by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop cutting-edge AI and IoT solutions. Drive product innovation from concept to execution while fosteri...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead and manage multiple enterprise-level projects focusing on Microsoft technology services. Engage with clients and technical teams to ensure projects are planned, executed, and delivered on time, w...

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3 weeks 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.