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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$152K - $287K *

Partner with us to enhance cloud services by leading the development of innovative features on our Unified Access Management Platform, driving scalability, reliability, and operational efficiency in I...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Champion advanced AI innovation by designing and deploying large language model capabilities that drive transformation across a cloud-based analytics ecosystem, ensuring effective governance and perfo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Champion the AI-first transformation of customer-facing SaaS products by leading engineering excellence and delivering scalable solutions. Guide a globally distributed team while collaborating cross-f...

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Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$159K - $267K *

Join a team that's designing and building a transformative video platform with cloud architecture expertise, leading development across global teams to elevate high availability video solutions for Io...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead manufacturing engineering efforts, driving expansive capacity growth and advanced process standardization for steel frame components across the global supply chain, ens...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $264K *

Drive advanced software solutions for intelligent humanoid robots, integrating Voice AI and multi-modal interactions. Collaborate with experts to transform human intent into actionable robotic behavio...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in project management, driving technical initiatives from inception to delivery while enhancing PMO processes and ensuring client satisfaction within a dynamic, growing data center env...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving innovation in full stack development, collaborating across teams to create scalable, impactful solutions. Your expertise will influence product architecture and enhance use...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $176K *

Engage with diverse stakeholders to optimize and manage product roadmaps, translating business needs into actionable solutions. Drive collaboration in a scaled agile environment, leveraging cutting-ed...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Transform member experiences by leading innovative teams in AI-driven personalization and recommendation algorithms. Guide technical visions that enhance homepage construction and title ranking, ensur...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $171K *

Shape the future of defense solutions by translating customer needs into actionable product requirements. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative capabilities that drive success in comple...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Join us to elevate quality standards in radiopharmaceutical development. Lead GMP compliance and quality systems while mentoring junior staff. Drive improvement across our portfolio, ensuring regulato...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $153K *

Transform your career by leading complex initiatives in Information Security. Utilize your technical expertise to foster collaboration across teams, manage risks, and ensure successful execution of cr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $127K *

Drive the development of AI-driven solutions for life-sciences research, collaborating across teams to transition innovative features from concept to launch, while ensuring alignment with researchers...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI engineering, transforming validated prototypes into robust production services on the Azure stack while ensuring quality, efficiency, and security in every de...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Develop high-performance GPGPU and AI inference libraries, focusing on robust architecture and optimization. Lead end-to-end implementation, facilitate cross-functional collaboration, and mentor engin...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$78K - $130K *

Drive impactful IT project management for public sector clients, ensuring effective leadership and coordination across teams. Shape strategic outcomes while managing project plans, budgets, and stakeh...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $255K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our platform's foundation. Tackle complex systems, improve developer tooling, and drive AI tool adoption to elevate engineering practices and platform performance across a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by leading a dedicated team, driving innovation and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to devise solutions while managing application development and ass...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Shape the future of data engineering as you lead a multidisciplinary team, strategizing and executing complex data initiatives. Collaborate with executives to align data strategy with business goals a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $261K *

Lead the charge in developing Life360's on-device ML platform, architecting a reusable framework for edge inference across our device portfolio while ensuring battery efficiency and performance in com...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $125K *

Champion a culture of safety by leading compliance efforts, conducting audits, and facilitating training. Drive safety initiatives on construction projects to ensure adherence to regulations and foste...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex technology initiatives into clear executable plans. Lead cross-functional teams through project life cycles, ensuring alignment with business strategy while managing resources, risks...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate with us to build AI-native solutions that leverage LLMs, creating agentic systems and effective feedback loops through hands-on engineering and collaboration with SMEs and end-users. Drive im...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $158K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to design and deliver AI-driven solutions that enhance Finance operations. Utilize your expertise in product management and AI to transform complex business problems...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.