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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$155K - $215K *

Join a team that's shaping advanced web applications with a focus on full-stack development, architecture, and collaboration. Drive impactful solutions in a remote-first and agile environment while ad...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing infrastructure reliability through innovative DevOps practices. You'll drive incident management, deploy strategic improvements, and collaborate with engineer...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $176K *

Innovate by leading the design and development of intelligent backend services in an AI-native environment. Shape scalable solutions with Java, orchestrate workflows, and mentor teams while driving se...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $250K *

Inspire innovation by architecting a unified global front-end framework. Lead strategic web platform transitions and empower teams to enhance development velocity, ensuring quality and optimizing SEO...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion project success by leading network facility buildouts and technology implementations. Your expertise in managing multiple workstreams and stakeholder communications will drive operational tra...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $247K *

Champion agile software delivery by leading engineering teams to integrate AI tools and automation, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions aligned with business goals in the healthcare compliance d...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Drive customer engagement for enterprise accounts through onboarding, pilots, and strategy development. Lead executive presentations and facilitate collaboration across departments to ensure operation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $147K *

Manage complex IT delivery across a portfolio, leading Project Managers and owning critical integrations. Drive discipline, execution, and program health in a dynamic, multi-platform environment while...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing go-to-market strategies and positioning for discipline-specific solutions, leveraging market insights to drive revenue and engagement through effective cross-functional c...

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4 weeks ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Champion impactful go-to-market strategies by leading product marketing initiatives for innovative B2B payments and financing solutions, focusing on the home improvement sector while driving adoption...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $285K *

Reimagine product management by owning initiatives that drive the strategy and execution of AI-powered features in a high-impact B2B platform. Leading cross-functional teams, you'll create value and e...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive the integration roadmap and define our API strategy; work cross-functionally to enhance product offerings for modern accounting firms through strategic partnerships and customer insights...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $285K *

Drive impactful product initiatives across a dynamic platform. Lead cross-functional teams to shape product vision and strategy, enhance user experience, and innovate AI capabilities while creating me...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $240K *

Drive AI innovation in a leadership role, overseeing the development of scalable, secure AI platforms. Collaborate across teams to ensure efficient enterprise-wide adoption, focusing on delivery, supp...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $250K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architecture design for robust applications and data platforms utilizing .NET, React, and Python. Guide teams while ensuring secure and scalable solutions acr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $166K *

Develop, implement, and optimize enterprise-grade AI solutions and web applications, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and ensure robust, secure solutions that mee...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in product development by collaborating with teams, defining features, and enhancing user experiences. Drive Agile processes and communicate effectively to ensure timely delivery of hi...

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1 week ago

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

$132K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining sports technology. As a Lead Engineer, you will drive the technical direction of our distributed camera systems, ensuring reliable performance and innovation while leadin...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$500K+*

Transform the engineering landscape by architecting AI systems from scratch, driving innovative workflows and enhancing team efficiency. Leverage applied AI to empower software delivery, impacting rea...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing technical aspects of product implementation, ensuring cutting-edge solutions for medical informatics while enhancing customer satisfaction through effec...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform the quality assurance landscape by developing automated tests using Java, collaborating with cross-functional Agile teams, and enhancing software validation processes across multiple platfor...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Join us to design and optimize AI applications, collaborating with clients to deliver LLM-driven solutions. Your expertise in Python and AI development will help shape innovative projects that enhance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Lead project initiatives by managing complex implementations of AI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, and driving continuous improvement of project process...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$87K - $127K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Software Engineer, shaping innovative solutions with autonomy and influence. Design and implement complex systems and mentor peers while enhancing architectural quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower students through technology by crafting intelligent systems that enhance the student journey. Design AI-driven experiences that provide personalized guidance, ensuring effective engagement for...

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Yesterday

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

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.