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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$95K - $115K *

Drive the integration and performance of software in high-performance computing environments, ensuring reliable operations and automating processes for critical mission workloads across Linux systems...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$165K - $200K *

Reimagine infrastructure with a hands-on SecDevOps engineer role, driving the development of a cutting-edge AI-based platform for hardware, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability, while colla...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure for hardware with an AI-driven platform. This hands-on SecDevOps engineer role requires building robust systems to enhance product development and en...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Innovate in high-performance virtual machine development for Google Distributed Cloud, delivering robust solutions for air-gapped and connected environments leveraging distributed systems, container t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career with this critical role supporting software integration in high-performance computing environments, focusing on mission operations infrastructure and ensuring system reliability th...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead cross-functional teams to develop and enhance OpenBMC platform management software for high-performance networking and compute platforms, driving robust product development from design to deploym...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$162K - $210K *

Drive the development and continuous improvement of manufacturing test systems for electronic subsystems, leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality and scalability across the entire product l...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform the delivery of IT projects by leveraging agile methodologies, driving stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring key deliverables are met, while enhancing team efficiency and effectively commu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$128K - $192K *

Join a team that leads engineering initiatives for safe, efficient manufacturing. This role drives process design, optimization, and quality improvements across chemical facilities, ensuring operation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance and modernize critical security applications. Engage in all phases of the software development lifecycle to deliver robust, user-centric solutions using modern technolog...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Make your mark at a dynamic team focused on enhancing mission-critical security applications. Drive the full software development lifecycle, from requirements analysis to deployment, while collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's enhancing backend solutions while supporting cloud transitions. Leverage your Python expertise to drive innovative projects and contribute to a collaborative environment focused on...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality for complex, data-driven web applications, working with cross-functional teams throughout the agile development cycle while fostering collaboration and effective co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in ensuring top-quality results for complex web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality throughout all development stages in a fully remote en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion quality assurance for complex, data-driven web applications. Collaborate with developers and product owners across the agile lifecycle to drive project success and ensure high standards in so...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ensuring top-notch quality for complex, data-driven web applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams through all project stages, enhancing agile software development proces...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining quality assurance in software development. As a key player, you'll enhance testing strategies, collaborate in agile environments, and implement innovative solutions to en...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate quality assurance processes for complex, data-driven applications. Collaborate closely with engineers and stakeholders in a fully remote, agile environment, ensuring top-tier software quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Engage as a key player in quality assurance for complex web applications. Collaborate with developers and product teams throughout the entire agile software life cycle, ensuring robust testing and qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion quality in complex, data-driven web applications and collaborate with cross-functional teams in an agile environment. Bring your expertise to ensure robust testing and enhance QA processes fr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $213K *

Lead the charge in managing complex cross-functional technology programs, advancing strategic goals, and delivering enterprise initiatives that span multiple organizational domains, enhancing collabor...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $281K *

Architect and drive a multi-generation firmware roadmap, collaborating with key partners and engineering teams to ensure scalable software delivery that meets market demands in infrastructure and AI s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $120K *

Optimizing the Global Reconciliation Platform, this role leads a team of Data Engineers, driving initiatives for modernization, operational controls, and regulatory compliance in Banking and Financial...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Lead a high-performing team focused on developing safe, reliable drilling control systems. Drive engineering excellence, ensure software quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$162K - $234K *

Pioneer the future of GenAI features as a Senior Program Manager, owning the end-to-end delivery process—from concept to scale—while driving adoption and collaborating closely with engineering for imp...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.