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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$166K - $196K *

Drive the future of real-time communications by leading product strategy for platform engineering and reliability teams, ensuring developer efficiency and reducing incidents while balancing velocity...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $228K *

Champion operational excellence by leading engineering teams to enhance partner and merchant onboarding, maintenance, and system automation. Drive performance with a focus on efficiency, quality, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $135K *

Champion client implementations as a Senior Project Manager, driving projects from inception to deployment. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery, while interfacing w...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $184K *

Lead the implementation of Workday solutions in Higher Education, managing project lifecycles, fostering client relationships, and delivering results while ensuring adherence to budget and timelines...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Lead the evolution of cloud and DevOps solutions, driving automation and best practices while enhancing software delivery efficiency and reliability for impactful global initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Design Manager, overseeing design delivery, coordinating projects, and leading a talented team to ensure high-quality results while fostering strong relationships with...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$200K - $275K *

Join a team that's scaling innovative distributed systems across our platform, shaping technical frameworks, and driving organizational growth while collaborating with talented engineers in a dynamic...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $180K *

Transform user experiences by developing innovative web applications with cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create exceptional battery analytics software for leadin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $225K *

Transform engineering culture by empowering teams to excel, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation. Leverage your technical acumen to lead strategic initiatives and elevate team performance w...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform user identity and privacy systems by building scalable backend solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure secure access and data integrity while driving large-scale migrations and enhanci...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $115K *

Transform internal IT by leading engineering efforts to enhance security, productivity, and automation. Own escalated technical issues, collaborate cross-functionally, and implement innovative solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $270K *

Lead the charge in Workforce Transformation by measuring AI’s impact, redesigning roles, and shaping skills for the future. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to anticipate workforce needs and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by building scalable products and systems. Work closely with a small, dynamic team to enhance company culture and engineering excellence while tackling comple...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $160K *

Advance your career by solving complex automation challenges using AI. Collaborate closely with business teams to create effective agents that streamline operations, leveraging your expertise in LLM a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $168K *

Shape the future of automation by developing and deploying AI agents that optimize workflows across departments. Collaborate with teams to transform processes into reusable solutions, ensuring efficie...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$117K - $185K *

Design and develop robust web applications on a multi-network satellite orchestration platform. Collaborate in Agile teams to enhance user experiences and implement innovative solutions in cloud envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by leading architecture efforts in sales and project delivery while leveraging your expertise in software delivery and innovation to fulfill client visions and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $285K *

Redefine the future of security at scale by leading innovative product engineering efforts. Drive collaboration, technical vision, and proactive controls to ensure a secure and resilient delivery ecos...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic data engineering team to shape enterprise data platforms, enhance reliability, and collaborate across functions. Drive innovation in data strategy and delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Empower healthcare innovation as you lead complex, AI-driven programs, collaborating across teams to deliver impactful solutions in a highly regulated environment, ensuring successful implementation a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $267K *

Unlock potential by designing and building innovative developer tools that enhance software development processes. Collaborate across teams to improve reliability, usability, and scalability of servic...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Play a key role in designing and optimizing enterprise-scale cloud environments and CI/CD pipelines, collaborating cross-functionally to enhance operations, automate processes, and support mission-cri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate core infrastructure and systems for agent-native applications, ensuring high availability and performance while enabling a culture of developer efficiency and confidence in delivery...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $116K *

Join our team to design and build modern cloud-native platforms that enhance healthcare experiences. Drive innovation through software development, automation, and AI, ensuring reliability and scalabi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.