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 - $212K *

Create robust backend systems that power rail vehicle navigation, enhancing safety and performance through deep systems programming expertise in a collaborative environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $130K *

Join a high-performing team to design and develop scalable systems that enhance our platform. Take ownership of software features from conception through deployment, ensuring robust solutions that add...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape technical project execution across global networks, driving consolidation, and optimization. Manage budgets, timelines, and cross-functional teams to enhance service delivery and ensure operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Elevate public safety by leading Next Generation 911 projects. Manage full project lifecycles using proven methodologies, ensuring on-time delivery, budget compliance, and stakeholder engagement to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$215K - $240K *

Join a team that's driving engineering excellence by leading cross-functional units to deliver robust product functionalities, enhancing user experiences and fostering a culture of innovation and high...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading a cross-functional team to deliver scalable, high-quality SaaS products while fostering a collaborative culture and driving impactful technical decisions. Joi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing engineering team to drive end-to-end product functionality. Guide technical execution, foster collaboration, and ensure strategic delivery across system...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Unlock potential by leading a cross-functional engineering team, driving technical excellence and fostering a high-performing environment to deliver innovative SaaS products that enhance user experien...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Join a team that's committed to technical excellence and team growth. Lead a cross-functional engineering group to ensure impactful product outcomes, drive technical decisions, and foster a culture of...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Empower a high-performing engineering team to deliver scalable SaaS solutions. Guide technical execution, foster cross-functional collaboration, and drive architectural decisions while nurturing talen...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful SaaS products by guiding a cross-functional engineering team. Foster a culture of strong technical decision-making, architect scalable solutions, and develop hi...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Lead the charge in shaping a high-performing engineering team, guiding technical execution and fostering innovation to deliver scalable and reliable SaaS products while ensuring strong collaboration a...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts, guiding technical decision-making and fostering a high-performance culture to deliver impactful product experiences across frontend and backend sys...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead and innovate systems engineering initiatives for defense software projects, guiding teams through the complete software development lifecycle, from requirements to validation, ensuring alignment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$215K - $240K *

Elevate engineering leadership by guiding cross-functional teams to drive successful outcomes, while fostering a culture of collaboration, technical excellence, and continuous improvement in product d...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive the growth and profitability of our civil engineering practice by leading project management, nurturing client relationships, and fostering a collaborative team environment to achieve financial...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$172K - $260K *

Lead the charge in empowering teams to achieve excellence in Test Infrastructure Automation. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and efficiency, enhancing developer productivity while man...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic Salesforce engineering team to deliver innovative CRM solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project success, enhance team performance, and promote Agile principles...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Innovate solutions and analytics for Geolocation and Data Integration projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to automate data analysis, enhance user experience, and drive impactful results through cu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$212K - $287K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI/ML systems development, managing a dynamic engineering team. Embrace innovative networking challenges and deliver critical features to enhance the EC2 infras...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead and oversee Insurance and Reporting technologies to ensure compliance with business strategies and regulations, managing teams and projects to deliver effective software solutions within an Agile...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $120K *

Inspire growth by joining a dynamic engineering team, shaping office culture, and driving innovative solutions across the tech stack in a fast-paced, high-growth environment...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Lead efforts to improve data analytics for Prime Video, tackling large-scale problems with innovative solutions that enhance playback performance and business decisions for millions globally...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Lead the charge in optimizing high-throughput API services. Oversee technical strategy and delivery for scaling API efficiency while managing a skilled engineering team to enhance reliability and cust...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Elevate your impact by leading the API Core team, optimizing service efficiency, and scaling throughput for critical API infrastructures that interface with high-demand model-serving capacities...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.