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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$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful IT project delivery in a multi-site healthcare environment. Lead complex transformations, enhance governance, and foster stakeholder collaboration while ensuring tangible business outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $300K *

Elevate your career as a staff frontend software engineer, driving innovative user experiences across AI applications, app builders, and marketing pages while collaborating in a fast-paced, excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation by developing and supporting our trading system software, focusing on low latency and high throughput solutions during US evening hours in a dynamic remote environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $175K *

Explore a unique opportunity to drive innovation in education technology, taking ownership of product features from design to deployment. Work in a dynamic environment focusing on user experience, sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by overseeing computer system validation processes, ensuring compliance with GxP regulations, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance validation pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$187K - $220K *

Drive on-time deployments and customer readiness by leading a team of specialists, ensuring effective project execution and operational success across assigned regions. You'll enhance customer journey...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the enhancement of finance systems in a dynamic environment, focusing on optimizing NetSuite and integrating additional solutions. This role involves strategy, system configuration, and process i...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead innovative software solutions as a Technical Lead in a dynamic environment. Drive strategic technical vision, mentor developers, and deliver complex applications while addressing critical busines...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $210K *

Lead transformation efforts in datacenter and cloud app operation, ensuring reliability and scalability. Oversee team development and cloud practices while collaborating with cross-functional engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Deliver a visionary roadmap that integrates cloud analytics with smart traffic solutions, boosting emergency response efficiency and transit performance. Lead products that redefine smart-city signal...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the development of AI-native solutions, designing robust agentic systems and workflows while closely collaborating with SMEs to enhance real user value through effective feedback mechanisms and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform remote sensing capabilities by architecting advanced exploitation pipelines, leading multi-disciplinary teams, and developing innovative tools that enhance space observation analytics and mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by crafting effective data pipelines that empower machine learning applications in industrial settings, enhancing operational efficiency and decision-mak...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape your career by leading projects in power system planning. Collaborate with clients to navigate regulatory challenges and enhance energy strategies, while managing teams and driving innovative so...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $195K *

Reimagine SOX compliance by leading business process assessments, integrating controls, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance financial transparency and accountability in reporting...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative and scalable Trading & Custody systems by leading cross-functional projects and collaborating closely with product and compliance teams, while inspiring the engineering team with a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $193K *

Engage in architecting and designing digital products, leading teams to implement innovative software solutions while ensuring accountability for product success and performance metrics...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of our loan origination platform by leading an AI-first software engineering team applying C#, .NET, and modern architecture principles to deliver scalable solutions for a large user...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $283K *

Lead and develop a high-performing SOC Engineering team, driving innovation and operational excellence in threat detection and automation. Collaborate across teams to optimize workflows and enhance cy...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the Lattice MCP server strategy and integrations that enhance performance data interoperability within popular AI tools and external platforms, driving customer engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $170K *

Empower enterprise clients by owning the full product lifecycle for custom applications on the Workday Extend platform, driving strategy, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment betwee...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive customer success by managing software solutions for Public Safety agencies. Oversee account health, resolve issues, and ensure optimal service delivery while fostering strong relationships and t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that champions the health of Public Safety Software accounts. You'll facilitate issue resolution, enhance service delivery, and strengthen customer relationships within a remote role that...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engage your technical expertise by leading a team of Platform Administrators to foster innovation and delivery of scalable enterprise solutions while promoting a culture of growth, collaboration, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex multi-phase engagements, ensuring timely delivery with distributed teams, effectively managing client relationships, risks, and communication to drive successful outcomes and foster conti...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.