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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$100K - $130K *

Build a scalable API gateway that powers our applications and services. Collaborate cross-functionally to standardize, document, and ensure the security of our API ecosystem while mentoring and writin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Shape the future of programmatic advertising by leading technical design of APIs and agent interfaces. You’ll drive architectural decisions for autonomous AI agents, mentor engineers, and create innov...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $103K *

Join a team that drives strategic initiatives and operational excellence, leading cross-functional projects to enhance collaboration and deliver impactful solutions. Shape organizational growth and im...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $193K *

Lead the charge in developing robust data pipelines for high-volume vehicle log processing, integrating automated tagging solutions, and ensuring consistent data quality for autonomous trucking applic...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the successful end-to-end delivery of AI financial crime projects at major institutions. Lead complex deployments, ensuring quality, compliance, and stakeholder satisfaction while managing risks...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Engage in shaping a vibrant design culture by leading talent development, fostering team effectiveness, and driving innovative practices. This role blends coaching and strategic oversight to empower d...

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6 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data capture for robotics in Physical AI. As a Product Manager, you will own product tooling and ensure high-quality data operations, enhancing workflows and standards fo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Deliver innovative software solutions at the intersection of IoT and cloud technologies, enhancing energy systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize products, engineer reliability, a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $170K *

Take ownership of cloud development initiatives, leading design, mentoring colleagues, and ensuring high-quality code and application performance within a collaborative engineering team...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $170K *

Join a team that's designing, developing, and maintaining cutting-edge software solutions. Play a key role in scalable, reliable software architecture and user interface development while mentoring ju...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of patient engagement by leading implementation projects. Drive success through strategic collaboration and project execution, ensuring high-quality service delivery and customer sati...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K *

Lead the development of advanced backend systems that enhance data processing, optimize performance, and support renewable energy initiatives, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure networking. Drive strategy for GPU clusters and enhance tenant connectivity, shaping the future of scalable AI workloads in a dynamic and inno...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $185K *

Unlock potential by developing and optimizing cloud systems across AWS, GCP, and Alibaba, while ensuring governance and cost management to support efficient product development and resource allocation...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Execute seamless SaaS implementations by leading project delivery, ensuring customer success through effective communication, resource tracking, and team collaboration in a fast-paced environment...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $222K *

Architect scalable AI-driven software development processes by overseeing generator-verifier frameworks, ensuring compliance with top-tier standards while bridging human oversight and autonomous agent...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Inspire transformation by guiding newly acquired teams through systems integration. Leverage hands-on expertise to enhance tools, support change management, and ensure seamless adoption of processes a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $196K *

Unlock potential by developing innovative web solutions for military operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement secure, user-friendly platforms while leveraging advanced cloud te...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Drive vendor accountability and manage subcontract lifecycles for aerospace hardware projects. Engage with external suppliers and internal teams to ensure timely delivery of critical components for sp...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $172K *

Join a team that's driving innovative strategies in Technical Operations, executing complex biologic development projects while collaborating cross-functionally to achieve successful program milestone...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$121K - $202K *

Shape the future of performance engineering by leading QA delivery for high-transaction healthcare platforms. Drive strategy, mentor teams, and enhance the reliability and scalability of critical syst...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of innovative software solutions that enhance product functionality, collaborating across teams to ensure robust performance in a cloud-based environment, while honing your techn...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $142K *

Unlock potential by designing and building robust full-stack solutions, ensuring platform reliability and scalability. Collaborate within a talented team to tackle complex problems that affect enterpr...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $125K *

Engineer interconnected systems by building MCP servers, APIs, and workflows. Collaborate to develop high-impact in-house automation tools, ensuring maintainability and clarity in code while leveragin...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.