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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$193K - $308K *

Elevate AI development by leading a multidisciplinary team to define and implement robust quality standards, ensuring the reliability and governance of generative AI systems and enhancing cross-functi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $181K *

Shape optimal technical solutions for large-scale projects, leading bid management and cost estimation for VFD systems and related technologies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and competi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$310K - $500K+*

Unlock gaming potential by leading product strategies for social experiences, driving collaboration, innovation, and alignment across teams to enhance member interactions in multiplayer environments...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$165K - $180K *

Shape your career by leading the development of advanced healthcare analytics solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect scalable ML and AI applications, while mentoring junior en...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $230K *

Empower your engineering team by managing roadmap execution, optimizing agile processes, and fostering collaboration. Use your SaaS expertise to lead diverse teams in delivering high-quality data-driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$181K - $272K *

Lead a skilled team of ML engineers to innovate AI solutions, designing agentic workflows and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance customer experience in a dynamic, agile environment...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $140K *

Help us engineer groundbreaking hardware products that harness AI and IoT to combat wildfires. This role will drive product definition, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely and success...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in product management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define strategy, develop solutions, and achieve product vision while fostering cooperative relationships for success...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$325K - $375K *

Empower your career by architecting a high-performance OLAP query engine. Lead the development of a custom JSON-based query language and optimize SQL for columnar databases in a dynamic, microservices...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Shape the future of AI solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, build, and deploy scalable AI systems. Transform technology platforms that drive innovation and enhance the mem...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Join our dynamic team to innovate and elevate the consumer help center experience for millions. As a full stack engineer, you'll build and enhance scalable solutions while collaborating with cross-fun...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Build tools and automation to enhance cloud infrastructure reliability and scalability. Collaborate with engineers to optimize platform systems and eliminate operational inefficiencies. Embrace a remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $141K *

Transform cloud infrastructures by leveraging AWS for PLM software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, security, and scalability across production environments w...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $110K *

Transform business challenges into efficient software solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop automation tools using modern technologies, ensuring best practices in a dynamic environment that fos...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing submarine combat systems through innovative software integration and testing. Together, enhance a Linux-based environment, streamline processes, and drive the...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $204K *

Make your mark at the forefront of automation by designing and managing critical safety systems that ensure reliable operations across sophisticated warehouse environments while leading collaborative...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI innovation, driving the development and implementation of agentic technology to enhance operational efficiency in revenue cycles. Collaborate with cross-funct...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $186K *

Drive innovative solutions to detect and mitigate fraudulent listings, collaborating across teams to enhance user safety and confidence in our platform while working with large-scale data systems and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-driven software development. Lead a dynamic team, translate customer needs into scalable solutions, and ensure technical excellence while guiding innovative...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform complex eDiscovery projects by overseeing execution, coordinating teams, and providing client support. Guide solutions that meet diverse legal and business needs while mentoring and developi...

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$135K - $160K *

Champion growth by leading engineering teams to drive product-led initiatives, enhance customer engagement and retention, and foster a culture of experimentation and continuous improvement within a B2...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $135K *

Champion complex projects, driving operational excellence and innovation across teams. Lead cross-functional initiatives from inception to delivery, ensuring alignment with business goals while foster...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $195K *

Drive impactful change by managing large-scale renewable projects efficiently and effectively. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure project alignment, and maintain stakeholder communication to achieve...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $195K *

Develop and optimize PCIe software solutions to enhance high-speed hardware communication by collaborating with engineers to improve performance and reliability across networking ASICs and supporting...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of autonomous driving by optimizing ML models on embedded systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance, ensuring real-time responsiveness and reliability in cutting-edge t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.