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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$157K - $298K *

Innovate your career by leading the workforce planning technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, managing multi-BU deployments, and enhancing planning solutions through effectiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in shaping and automating a comprehensive network security program, ensuring robust identity-aware policy controls that optimize security for both human and machine identities in a clo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $174K *

Champion strategic project execution and lead cross-functional teams. Collaborate with stakeholders, refine processes, and ensure project alignment with financial objectives. Drive impactful change in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Evaluate and enhance Agile development performance and compliance. Assess risks, recommend improvements, and support effective delivery of mission-critical capabilities in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

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

$130K - $217K *

Transform customer experiences by leading end-to-end systems engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create reliable, scalable backend services and modern frontend applicatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance cloud platform reliability by owning AWS systems, enhancing deployment pipelines, and supporting edge infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to build observability tools and promote automation...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $193K *

Lead engineering excellence by designing and maintaining scalable services, ensuring quality through best practices and AI-assisted tooling, and translating business needs into technical solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $193K *

Shape the future of web applications by leveraging your frontend expertise to solve complex customer experience challenges, mentor engineers, and enhance development workflows while harnessing AI tool...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Take ownership of integrating security in CI/CD pipelines, ensuring secure cloud operations while empowering engineering teams at speed. Collaborate to fortify security architecture and manage vulnera...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to elevate platform operations by designing, building, and maintaining automation and deployment frameworks. Collaborate with teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines and manage complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $125K *

Deliver operational excellence by leading complex digitization and improvement projects, while managing subcontractors and aligning cross-functional teams with strategic goals to boost efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $95K *

Empower projects by providing expert engineering and consulting services across sectors. Lead field investigations, assessments, and analyses while ensuring quality, compliance, and client communicati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Transform user experiences by leading frontend initiatives, collaborating with teams to create high-quality applications in React and React Native, while shaping best practices and mentoring others in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform operational and software security for a leading blockchain ecosystem. Collaborate with engineers to enhance secure key management, develop anti-scam tools, and ensure robust protection of se...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $203K *

Join our Data Platform team to design and optimize data solutions, collaborating across teams to support data-driven initiatives and ensure quality, reliability, and scalability in a dynamic environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping product strategy, driving innovation, and managing product lifecycles for cutting-edge data solutions. Collaborate across teams to optimize delivery and ensure customer sati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Drive cross-portfolio marketing for a flagship Revenue Operating System. Lead market intelligence, messaging, and execution strategies to enhance competitive advantage and engage diverse buyer persona...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer advanced optical assembly processes to drive product quality, manufacturing readiness, and scalability. Collaborate across teams to integrate solutions, refine processes, and oversee quality e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $155K *

Transform organizational capabilities by leading change management initiatives for AI-enabled and ERP programs. Engage stakeholders, assess readiness, and develop training to drive adoption and busine...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$272K - $431K *

Lead the charge in engineering scalable data solutions for security analytics, transforming diverse telemetry into a coherent and secure data backbone. Collaborate across teams to ensure data integrit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion organizational excellence by spearheading project management strategies and frameworks. Drive cross-functional collaboration, optimize resource allocation, and ensure seamless execution of mu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $234K *

Design and develop high-quality Android applications, driving mobile architecture and technical discovery, while collaborating with backend partners to create seamless customer experiences at scale. C...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$265K - $450K *

Champion innovation in AI solutions by bridging talent needs with prototype development. Engage with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, design impactful applications, and guide projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing customer outcomes through expert technical advisory, leveraging the ServiceNow platform for successful digital transformations backed by proven methodologies and ext...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $365K *

Shape company-wide performance improvements by leading programs that enhance user experience, reliability, and software quality across teams. Drive cross-functional collaboration to ensure sustained...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.