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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$153K - $214K *

Drive the evolution of our SaaS platform as a Senior Developer focused on enhancing IT insights and governance, collaborating in a dynamic team to build scalable solutions that tackle modern challenge...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $305K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive product development from NPI to mass production, ensuring seamless transitions and operational success while managing technical challenges and quality stand...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $180K *

Join a high-performance engineering team to tackle complex architectural challenges, drive technical strategies, and shape AI capabilities for scalable platforms serving billions of messages in real-t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $190K *

Join a team that's focused on designing and managing infrastructure for cloud-based platforms, ensuring secure, efficient operations across AWS and Google Cloud. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer innovative cloud solutions by automating and optimizing deployment processes as a key member of a dynamic team focused on enhancing software delivery and infrastructure reliability in a fast-p...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Reimagine security engineering leadership by guiding strategic initiatives across cloud and infrastructure security, enhancing detection engineering, and fostering collaboration to protect a multi-clo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of identity security by leading product management for our core identity graph and correlation services, ensuring seamless integration and access control across platforms while...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $212K *

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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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in product strategy and execution for Driver and Rider applications, ensuring a seamless user experience across mobile and web platforms while collaborating closely with engineering an...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $234K *

Transform engineering leadership by managing multiple teams, aligning strategies, and driving project success. Foster collaboration and innovation while ensuring high performance and accountability in...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join us to transform AI prototypes into resilient production systems using Microsoft Azure. Collaborate directly with teams to build and refine agentic systems, ensuring quality and security while dri...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of product marketing by driving operational excellence in product launches and go-to-market initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless execution and strategic alignment...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $260K *

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 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in advancing our Data Engineering team. Shape strategies, innovate solutions, and mentor associates while ensuring seamless project execution to deliver impactful results for our dynam...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Elevate your career by joining our Innovation team as a Software Engineer. Collaborate on Proofs-of-Concept and drive features through the full software development lifecycle, from design to deploymen...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Join a team that's focused on innovative software development, tackling various layers of the tech stack. You'll engage in documentation, automated testing, and debugging, while optimizing performance...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at user adoption initiatives for modern federal survey data platforms. Lead change management and training activities ensuring smooth transitions with a focus on stakeholder engage...

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4 weeks ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future by leading a backend engineering team to build scalable, secure systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical direction and enhance performance, all while ensuri...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $125K *

Empower project teams to foster a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with safety regulations, leading safety initiatives, and supporting incident investigations to champion an Incident and Injur...

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2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing organizational health by designing and managing engagement programs. Utilize people analytics to drive insights and action, ensuring effective change manageme...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging diverse engineering skills to enhance control systems and data infrastructure, improving software practices and cloud operations across innovative facilities. Embrace un...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of our Upmarket Sales organization by optimizing Top-of-Funnel operations, enhancing lead management, and driving pipeline efficiency through strategic territory and AE coverage i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$400K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in designing and building IAM security solutions for global partners, driving risk reduction while ensuring business agility through effective identity governance and access management...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $180K *

Advance your career by leading high-impact projects from conception to completion. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to utilize innovative methodologies and drive results that align with strateg...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$66K - $104K *

Lead the charge in deploying network infrastructure for new data centers. Coordinate teams, track milestones, and ensure cross-functional alignment while navigating complex dynamics and driving timeli...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.