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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$150K - $180K *

Shape innovative products in a cross-functional team, enhancing revenue management for digital-native businesses while ensuring high-quality code delivery and user-centric design...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $250K *

Execute full-chip physical verification, leading efforts to ensure quality, accountability, and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive clean designs and effective verification...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead the full-chip physical verification process, ensuring quality and readiness for tapeout. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive accountability and optimize designs, while leveraging advanced ver...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Invent and lead the future of enterprise architecture and engineering, driving technical decisions and team management in a dynamic environment. Transform complex systems into scalable, secure solutio...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Build the future of AI data-centers by developing cutting-edge networking solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation, guarantee scalability, and ensure robust performance i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform infrastructure by designing and building scalable GPU systems for AI cloud platforms, focusing on virtualization, Kubernetes, and automation to enhance performance and reliability across mul...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $199K *

Join a team that's transforming design operations to enhance efficiency and collaboration. Leverage your experience to drive programs that boost team health and design impact, while navigating complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $230K *

Drive market dominance by owning the GTM strategy for innovative AppSec products, collaborating closely with technical teams and sales to ensure successful launches and impactful messaging that resona...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $221K *

Partner with us to deliver integrated IT solutions that align with customer goals. Leverage your technical expertise to navigate complex requirements and enhance customer satisfaction through innovati...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading the Implementation Team to deliver exceptional onboarding experiences for clients. Drive strategy and processes while mentoring a team in a fast-paced environment focused o...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to shape and deliver innovative classroom experiences. Take ownership of user-facing features and backend services, ensuring alignment with market needs and enhancin...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $220K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable backend systems, transforming product ideas into robust architectures and solutions that drive impactful data-driven insights for users...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Unlock innovative AI/ML solutions by leading cross-functional teams to define, deliver, and drive high-impact projects. Collaborate closely to prioritize business needs and ensure successful deploymen...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in project management for innovative material handling automation, overseeing diverse technologies while managing budgets, resources, and client contracts for successful project execut...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$106K - $260K *

Elevate consumer health through innovative software solutions, leading engineering teams to shape and execute high-impact initiatives. Drive cloud-native technology and AI integration for enhanced use...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of user-generated content by leading product strategy and execution. Drive improvements in quality, trust, and customer activation while collaborating across teams to enhance the cont...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading complex data center projects, ensuring seamless coordination, budget management, and innovative design implementation while collaborating with diverse cross-functional t...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$151K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing data platforms within a dynamic DevOps team, leveraging cutting-edge cloud technologies and solutions in medical diagnostics. Drive operational excellence to enhance perf...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in capital markets with your expertise in developing comprehensive test cases for Calypso. Collaborate with business analysts to ensure rigorous test execution an...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $234K *

Drive outcomes for complex tech operations programs across multiple teams. Collaborate on strategic roadmaps, mentor talent, and leverage ML and AI for regulatory workflow optimization. Promote qualit...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by leading projects across teams, enhancing efficiency, managing stakeholders, and ensuring timely delivery. Collaborate within a dynamic environment dedicated to improvin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K *

Champion platform reliability and operational excellence by transforming engineering practices into a centralized, disciplined function, empowering teams to enhance deployment practices and incident m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative infrastructure solutions for scalable deployments, collaborating with customers to refine requirements, and enhancing operational efficiency through automation a...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive customer success and system reliability by leading a high-impact, agile engineering team focused on short-term initiatives that enhance product adoption and solve complex integration challenges...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform customer relationships into growth opportunities by managing renewals and expansion across a portfolio of law firm accounts. Leverage insights and build strategic partnerships to drive succe...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.