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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$90K - $130K *

Champion data-driven decisions as you build and operate analytics ecosystems for finance and supply chain. Lead multi-system implementations, influence design, and partner with teams to drive operatio...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform cross-functional enterprise software programs into executable success. As a Senior Program Manager, you'll lead strategic initiatives, ensuring alignment and driving impactful delivery outco...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join our team to deliver innovative waste management solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimize operations through tailored technology integrations and enhance sustainability efforts while drivin...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$74K - $127K *

Drive innovation in digital pathology by bridging medical expertise and AI technology. Lead the development of tools that enhance diagnostic productivity, optimize workflows, and improve patient care...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $257K *

Shape mobile experiences by transforming ideas into measurable products, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leveraging AI tools to enhance quality and performance in production environment...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$141K - $208K *

Join us to enhance secure identity experiences by building scalable backend APIs. Collaborate with product leaders and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features while owning the technical d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by leading product strategy for inference solutions. Collaborate with cloud teams to optimize performance, scalability, and reliability in cutting-edge environmen...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $209K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic team focused on building innovative sales strategies for AI and digital-native companies. Ignite growth by leveraging AI insights, while enhancing commercial...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $180K *

Drive the design and delivery of robust data center network infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability through cross-functional collaboration and strategic initiatives...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $208K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center infrastructure. Drive innovative designs and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and scalable network solutions that support global...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic engineering team focused on innovative endpoint management solutions across diverse platforms. Collaborate to enhance system reliability and drive impactful impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $270K *

Join a dynamic team to shape a cutting-edge financial platform that enhances AI-powered transactions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring compliance and innovation while driving growth across...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Champion complex healthcare implementations, ensuring seamless EHR integrations and stakeholder alignment. Collaborate closely with diverse teams to drive customer success and optimize deployment stra...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $164K *

Manage complex steam turbine projects, ensuring on-time and on-budget delivery by leading engineering teams and collaborating with stakeholders to meet quality and compliance standards while driving i...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $139K *

Contribute to the success of rail and transit projects by delivering innovative civil engineering designs, ensuring projects meet client expectations while staying on budget and on time, working colla...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Elevate the impact of digital transformation as you drive project success across multi-team initiatives that reshape university partnerships and enhance digital experiences for 100+ institutions...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead engineering initiatives focusing on a self-serve developer platform, enhancing team effectiveness by driving collaboration and innovation, prioritizing customer needs, and ensuring high standards...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a dynamic Platform team that enhances developer productivity through innovative tools and infrastructure while ensuring a customer-centric approach and m...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $95K *

Advance operational excellence by managing business activities and enhancing client interactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, drive revenue, and refine service initi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Transform critical ERP and HCM systems by leading development teams, driving efficiency, and optimizing business processes, while ensuring compliance and leveraging AI for modern enhancements to suppo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape the future of application performance by leading a dynamic team to optimize monitoring strategies and enhance system efficiency while collaborating with key stakeholders and driving continuous i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team supporting innovative space systems integration, overseeing engineering processes, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to deliver critical capabilities fo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$143K - $286K *

Unlock potential by leading backend development teams in crafting high-performance GraphQL APIs and microservices. Drive innovation and mentor engineers to enhance customer shopping experiences throug...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Join a team that's architecting enterprise-scale backend systems while providing technical leadership. This role emphasizes advanced Java development, distributed systems design, and mentorship within...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion innovative marketing strategies by leading the integration of technology and data. Optimize customer engagement through a well-crafted email program and omnichannel strategy, driving acquisit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.