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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$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team, driving innovation through the software development lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality solutions for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$96K - $136K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional IT teams to deliver innovative technology solutions, ensuring excellence in project execution and alignment with business goals while fostering strong rela...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Elevate the development of optimized hardware products by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive system requirements, manage critical project decisions, and enhance customer experiences thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a leading intelligence center by driving software innovation, enhancing digital transformation, and collaborating with teams to deliver impactful solutions while mentoring futur...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $300K *

Empower innovation by integrating off-road autonomy into robotic vehicles. Collaborate organization-wide to optimize performance and evaluate systems in diverse terrains, shaping the future of autonom...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $130K *

Develop, test, and deploy mission-critical software for satellite systems, managing the software lifecycle from design to operational support. Collaborate with a team to solve complex challenges in gl...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Champion the development of scalable backend services and user-facing features while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance engineering practices and optimize performance within a dynamic video a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving impactful ITSM solutions through end-to-end implementations. Utilize your project management expertise to enhance governance and stakeholder collaboration while overseeing c...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead embedded software engineers to deliver innovative firmware solutions. Drive technical excellence, manage project execution, and collaborate across functions to ensure h...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your skills by developing innovative cloud-based applications in a dynamic financial services environment, from initial concept through deployment, collaborating with diverse teams to deliver...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$159K - $207K *

Inspire transformative AI solutions by leading engineering teams, delivering cutting-edge products that align with strategic goals. Drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $95K *

Empower your career by leading impactful construction projects for enterprise clients, managing scope, schedule, and budget effectively from start to finish while fostering strong client relationships...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $166K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading the Mechanical Engineering team. You'll mentor, coach, and manage resource planning to deliver high-quality designs on time and within budget while fostering te...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Drive innovation by leading a team to create scalable, reliable storage infrastructures. You'll empower engineers to enhance systems globally while ensuring top-tier performance, data protection, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a Software Engineering Manager, blending hands-on coding with leadership. Guide a talented group, drive technical decisions, and build cutting-edge AI-driven energy solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Explore growth and innovation as you lead our Electrical Engineering and Software practices. Drive technical excellence, cultivate talent, and support business development through strategic leadership...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions, enhancing existing applications, and collaborating with technical teams to resolve issues while ensuring security and performance stand...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that develops vital applications for secure, high-volume credit card processing. Oversee real-time systems ensuring reliability and performance, while collaborating across functions in a m...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Analyze and optimize high-volume credit card transaction systems. Play a key role in real-time processing of transactions on a robust, secure platform. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliabi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Engineer robust applications for real-time credit card processing, ensuring high performance in a secure environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance system reliability and optimize transactions. Dr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Transform the financial landscape by developing secure, high-performance applications for real-time credit card transactions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and seamle...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions in high-volume credit card transaction processing. Engage in real-time application development for secure and reliable systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams in...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $268K *

Champion the modernization of our deployment infrastructure by creating automation tools and services that ensure reliable software deployment to autonomous vehicles, collaborating with cross-function...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $268K *

Optimize deployment infrastructure by modernizing software tools and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, secure deployments to autonomous vehicles, integrating with tes...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $268K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of infrastructure engineering and embedded systems. Take ownership of modernizing deployment infrastructure, building reliable tools, and enabling seamless soft...

Today

  •   Less than 5 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.