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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$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-wide security strategy and safeguarding our infrastructure through hands-on leadership of a skilled team, ensuring a security-first culture and effective risk man...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $169K *

Elevate your career as a Staff Software Engineer, driving innovation in our data infrastructure. Lead cross-functional efforts to enhance analytics capabilities, optimize data services, and mentor a t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate the execution and scaling of telecommunications infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment across senior stakeholders and integrating complex systems for enhanced operational resilience an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$149K - $218K *

Lead the charge in building scalable distributed systems, owning the end-to-end software development lifecycle, and driving impactful solutions while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring system rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead with us to drive product strategy and innovation for our ERP platform. Collaborate across teams, oversee product lifecycle, and empower a high-performing team to meet the needs of mid-market and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$500K+*

Lead the charge in developing innovative bidding strategies and algorithms while fostering high-performing teams in a collaborative environment to maximize advertiser value and impact across diverse i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join us to build innovative Infrastructure-as-Code solutions that streamline client onboarding. Develop automated patterns and CI/CD pipelines to enhance security and governance, accelerating provisio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $140K *

Partner with us to collect and manage user needs, translate processes into technical requirements, and drive process improvements while collaborating with stakeholders in various technical environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading and optimizing a Customer Enablement Program, enhancing product utilization for a diverse customer base through scalable training initiatives and innovative curriculum deve...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Take ownership of robust CI/CD pipelines and Azure infrastructure, ensuring seamless software delivery and security. Drive improvements in developer efficiency and lead the charge in shaping cloud pla...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $245K *

Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives to drive strategic priorities and measurable outcomes. Collaborate with teams across Product, Engineering, and Operations to navigate ambiguity and influence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $221K *

Join a team that's shaping EHS delivery across AMER while driving global program initiatives. You'll craft policies, ensure compliance, and leverage data to enhance performance across regions, all whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping a scalable, repeatable delivery model for customer migrations, ensuring optimized execution and enhanced customer experiences across global teams. Drive operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$106K - $145K *

Pioneer site reliability and security efforts for innovative healthcare products, ensuring robust performance and sustainability. Collaborate with diverse teams while managing system operations and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the modernization of a critical enterprise data platform while leading a team of engineers. Focus on Oracle PL/SQL and cloud migration, ensuring high-quality delivery, team growth, and effective...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $218K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative defenses against AI-driven security threats. Collaborate at the intersection of AI, cyber defense, and enterprise architecture to create scalable protections a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex marine inspection projects, ensuring technical excellence and strong client relationships while mentoring staff and managing multi-disciplinary teams across div...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $185K *

Drive the development and deployment of software solutions that automate and manage both Linux and Windows enterprise infrastructures while ensuring robust application delivery through CI/CD practices...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $176K *

Elevate project outcomes by leading complex engineering initiatives in the Power Lifeline Sector, ensuring effective execution from inception to close-out while managing resources, budget, and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join us to own the product roadmap for a cutting-edge healthcare API solution, driving prioritization and execution with cross-functional teams. Collaborate directly with leadership to enhance product...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $190K *

Architect seamless, AI-integrated platforms by designing robust, scalable systems. Drive technical direction and foster cross-functional collaboration while ensuring high performance, reliability, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $153K *

Unlock your potential by building impactful SEO features that enhance search visibility and drive organic growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver end-to-end solutions with a focus on performance a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$122K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming a regional delivery team to an AI-driven advisory model. Develop scalable processes and foster a high-performing culture while ensuring excellent customer outcomes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$174K - $218K *

Lead, mentor, and inspire a dynamic team of Solutions Architects, ensuring customer success and driving revenue growth through strategic leadership and collaboration with sales to achieve regional tar...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing winning proposals for government and commercial opportunities, ensuring compliance, coordinating with SMEs, and managing deadlines to deliver concise, compelling submissi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.