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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$140K - $153K *

Champion quality assurance as you lead testing strategies, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor junior engineers. Drive continuous improvement and ensure our products exceed user experi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform how businesses leverage AI by building innovative, agentic systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design effective workflows and evaluation pipelines, ensuring alignment with re...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $185K *

Shape the future of government service transformation by leading complex, cross-functional programs, driving accountability, and delivering exceptional results through strategic governance and clear c...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Engage in the strategic development and management of diverse product integrations, working collaboratively across teams to enhance customer compliance and streamline operational efficiency while supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore a key leadership role in hardware engineering excellence for Building Automation, focusing on mission-critical control systems. Drive team collaboration, project success, and engineering stand...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Optimize tooling availability and performance by collaborating closely with engineering and production teams. Drive continuous improvement initiatives, manage tooling repairs, spare components, and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $180K *

Help us shape next-gen integrations and APIs for enhanced Lattice AI connectivity. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive API ecosystem strategy, focus on delivering reliable solutions, and establish...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver innovative IT solutions by collaborating with diverse teams to optimize technical requirements and drive seamless implementation across platforms, ensuring performance, security, and reliabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $338K *

Transform infrastructure performance by leading the engineering of a continuous profiling platform, optimizing execution efficiency across vast container ecosystems, and ensuring compliance with stric...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to lead and manage diverse large-scale construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards while fostering a high-performance environment for project managers and teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Deliver high-performance web applications as a Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer, driving excellence in user experiences while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Innovate and drive AI product programs from concept to delivery while collaborating across teams to address complex challenges and elevate product impact at enterprise scale...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K *

Take ownership of innovative cloud security solutions by engineering autonomous AI tools that meet complex requirements, ensuring robust security and efficiency in high-velocity environments. Drive pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Lead, manage, and optimize a team of engineers in delivering Azure platform solutions. Ensure operational excellence and drive accountability within the team while fostering collaboration across engin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving large-scale transformational initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring program success through strategic governance and stakeholder engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering project management, overseeing design, delivery, and client relations from concept to construction, emphasizing compliance and quality across diverse infrastructur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining employee payment solutions. As an Implementation Manager, oversee the deployment of our SaaS product for diverse clients, ensuring successful integrations and fostering s...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $145K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering innovative industrial projects while building lasting client relationships and mentoring the next generation of engineering leaders. Shape the future of engi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $144K *

Join our team to lead control systems design for Building Automation and Electrical Power Monitoring in critical infrastructures. Guide projects and collaborate with engineers and vendors to deliver h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Optimize analytics infrastructure by leading architecture, consolidating workflows, and ensuring reliability. Collaborate with Data Scientists and Researchers to enhance research velocity and output c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$76K - $99K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading quality assurance testing initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to validate complex data solutions, manage defects, and develop robust test s...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $225K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading technical excellence across teams. Collaborate closely to enhance architecture, drive system design, and elevate engineering practices while actively contrib...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the vision for a leading analytics portfolio, transforming complex data into actionable insights for engineering and productivity teams. Collaborate across products, connecting strategy with mea...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Advance quality assurance efforts on construction sites, ensuring compliance with standards and preventing defects. Oversee inspections, lead QA/QC teams, and coordinate with stakeholders to deliver q...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Manage and execute AI delivery projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and timely delivery. Coordinate cross-functional teams, mitigate risks and maintain high-quality communication, driving su...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks 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.