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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$170K - $220K *

Innovate by taking ownership of search, discovery, and recommendations, ensuring data quality and relevance while enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with teams to deliver solutions that shape pro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Elevate the construction industry's potential by innovating marketplace services, rapidly developing prototypes, optimizing products, and mentoring engineers while collaborating with customers to shap...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Lead market positioning and go-to-market strategy to drive growth and sales enablement. Collaborate across teams to create compelling content and measure impact, ensuring products resonate with target...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$400K - $500K+*

Engage in building and securing next-generation client applications across all Netflix platforms. Work within a talented team to design authentication systems and collaborate on security protocols to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead digital transformation initiatives in our remediation business, maximizing technology use across projects. Oversee delivery, strategy, and stakeholder alignment to enhance efficiency and deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in enhancing digital capabilities for remediation projects by defining and executing strategies that drive transformation, optimize processes, and deliver measurable value while collab...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead large-scale geotechnical and environmental projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Engage clients and manage resources to deliver exceptional project outcomes while fostering team gro...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$137K - $186K *

Lead your career forward by owning a critical product system that shapes pricing and billing strategies. Collaborate across teams to drive product evolution and address complex stakeholder needs in a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $155K *

Unlock your potential as a senior-level people manager driving the growth and engagement of a diverse MEP design team. Lead talent development, foster a remote team culture, and influence workflows wh...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $212K *

Grow your career with an innovative team focused on designing and optimizing advanced AI solutions to enhance product intelligence and drive automation across systems. Collaborate cross-functionally t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by partnering with clients to transform complex business objectives into actionable technical solutions. Collaborate across industries throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring al...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $152K *

Design and develop scalable microservices for a high-volume payment processing platform, collaborating with teams to translate business needs into technical solutions and ensuring zero downtime for de...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver robust cloud security solutions by integrating advanced AWS architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving DevSecOps practices in a dynamic, collaborative IT environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining healthcare technology by leading engineering transformation, driving innovation in software development, and fostering a culture of excellence while aligning technology w...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$176K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping the technical vision for a cutting-edge machine learning platform, collaborating across teams to deliver scalable AI solutions that drive business impact and innovation...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $219K *

Drive the strategy and vision for Self-Reported Insights, enhancing developer experiences through impactful products. Lead cross-functional collaboration to translate insights into actionable value, i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering enterprise-grade applications, bridging architecture and execution. As a Senior Forward Deployed Engineer, you'll lead multi-component systems from concept to delivery, m...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $202K *

Drive innovative software solutions by collaborating with teams, optimizing code, and enhancing performance while mentoring junior engineers in a fully remote role that prioritizes impact and creativi...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Innovate and build cloud-native IoT platforms that enhance application delivery. Collaborate closely with engineering and product teams, utilizing modern technologies to create reliable software tailo...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $108K *

Shape the future of rocket motor engineering by leading project teams, managing resources, and ensuring successful delivery of complex engineering projects within budget and schedule constraints. Coll...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Innovate and lead the GenAI platform strategy, delivering reusable AI services across R&D, Manufacturing, and Commercial sectors. Drive enterprise-wide AI transformation with robust architecture and o...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation in AI by designing and deploying enterprise AI solutions that enhance operations across various business functions, ensuring robust performance and scalability while applying best pra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable, high-performance web applications using Java, while mentoring others and optimizing processes in a dynamic remote envir...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and deploy scalable full-stack Java applications, ensuring high performance and security while mentoring junior developers and optimizing us...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the design and implementation of advanced SAP Analytics solutions, leveraging your expertise in SAP Analytics Cloud and S/4HANA. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective repo...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.