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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$145K - $190K *

Drive product innovation by owning an end-to-end feature set for a cutting-edge engineering platform, collaborating closely with customers and a senior engineering team to deliver impactful solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $163K *

Transform health systems and employer partnerships by leading the implementation and scaling of population genomics programs. Collaborate across teams to drive execution and optimize workflows for cli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Advance security engineering across embedded systems, focusing on RTOS and virtualization. Collaborate on architecture, implement defensive features, and ensure compliance with security standards thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining robust enterprise infrastructure. Oversee full lifecycle of design, deployment, and modernization across hybrid environments, ensuring compliance with sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Transform the video experience by architecting responsive web applications and real-time interactive features using React, TypeScript, and Node.js. Collaborate across teams to enhance user-centric vid...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the developer experience by owning the build and deploy path, enhancing speed and reliability to empower customers from solo developers to large engineering teams. Engage closely with cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $225K *

Play a key role in enhancing product quality by contributing to an agile software delivery team. Utilize your expertise in automated testing to advocate for exceptional quality standards while collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise application management by leading the administration of Workday, Salesforce, Freshworks, and more, driving platform initiatives, optimizing integration, and enhancing stakeholder re...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Elevate your career as you collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability, automate processes, and optimize performance for scalable, reliable infrastructure and applications in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $213K *

Contribute to the development of AI agents and backend services, engaging in Agile practices. Collaborate in a team-oriented atmosphere, debugging issues, and writing clean Python code while continuou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing healthcare operations using AI technology. Shape architectural decisions and collaborate with engineering teams to develop scalable backend services, improving member exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$203K - $220K *

Drive innovation and excellence by leading teams in program management, overseeing budgets, ensuring technical compliance, and fostering collaborative environments to achieve strategic goals and optim...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$203K - $220K *

Optimize mission-critical projects by leading diverse teams and leveraging advanced technologies. Collaborate on strategic plans and ensure seamless execution to meet dynamic challenges and elevate ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $102K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing AI applications by designing and deploying innovative solutions that enhance recruitment, sales, and productivity workflows while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform data infrastructure by building scalable tools and systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, define technical roadmaps, and mentor engineers to enhance efficiency and drive innovatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Engage with us to craft cutting-edge design systems that enhance healthcare software through collaboration and innovation. Drive consistency and accessibility as you build robust component libraries f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$122K - $205K *

Redefine your career by driving innovative network and cloud solutions. Utilize your extensive experience in system administration and infrastructure management to enhance performance, security, and c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform the mobile release process for iOS and Android apps, ensuring efficiency and safety. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage schedules, monitor health, and automate tasks for seaml...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading comprehensive go-to-market strategies for Consumer Services, ensuring market relevance, demand creation, and sales acceleration through collaboration across diverse teams a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the market strategy for Consumer Services by aligning insights and capabilities to client needs, accelerating pipeline growth, and enhancing EPAM’s business positioning through integrated ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $195K *

Design and enforce comprehensive security measures for AI systems, ensuring robust protection across architecture, identity management, and data integrity. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead transformative organizational change management initiatives, ensuring effective adoption of strategic operational efficiencies for the Veteran and Family Member Program. Drive engagement and comm...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$116K - $151K *

Elevate security practices by designing secure CI/CD pipelines and advancing DevSecOps methodologies across the organization. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance software delivery efficiency whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $278K *

Build and optimize a robust identity and access management platform, ensuring security and scalability for user authentication, authorization, and management across a growing customer base in a distri...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $226K *

Join our team to design, build, and secure identity and access solutions that support a growing customer base. You'll collaborate closely across key pillars and work autonomously while pushing for a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.