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 - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive architecture and deployment of advanced robotics software. You'll play a crucial role in turning prototypes into production-ready systems, collaborating with senior leader...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Engineer the future of automotive software by developing quality gates and automation tools that enhance controller build processes while collaborating with diverse teams to align on key standards and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to implement quality checks and develop automation scripts for vehicle software systems, ensuring compliance with SDV architectures and enhancing tooling processes for e...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$134K - $223K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of turbine controls by managing product strategy and development. Leverage your technical skills and market insight to innovate and enhance embedded systems for o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $223K *

Transform turbine control software management by leading the product lifecycle. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate solutions and drive product differentiation strategy, ensuring competitive re...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $300K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading technical innovation, guiding teams through project management, and ensuring robust product delivery in a collaborative environment to achieve strateg...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion technical project management excellence by leading IT initiatives for the Transportation Security Administration, ensuring successful delivery through agile methodologies and cross-functional...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Optimize Planet's core infrastructure to support engineering teams with secure, scalable solutions. Collaborate closely on modernizing cloud-native platforms, enhancing developer experience, and impro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $180K *

Transform the core infrastructure of a cutting-edge platform that empowers engineering teams to deploy and scale services seamlessly. Collaborate to enhance observability and reliability while driving...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing cross-functional engineering teams to optimize CI/CD practices, security integration, and operational excellence, enabling reliable software delivery in mission-critical...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape AI solutions by designing and building core systems that power our platform. Collaborate across the stack to enhance performance and reliability, while driving significant architecture decisions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative software solutions. Leverage your extensive software engineering experience and technical skills to enhance program effectiveness and lead projects of significa...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leveraging over 14 years of software engineering expertise, driving innovative solutions on complex programs. Engage in a collaborative environment that emphasizes advanced technol...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $120K *

Champion impactful mobile video solutions by leading project management efforts, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and customer satisfaction while navigating complex risks and leveraging key...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's innovating robust applications by leveraging your expertise in React and Python/Django. You'll drive technical initiatives, enhance user experiences, and lead high-impact projects t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $113K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic engineering programs that enhance factory capabilities and drive significant growth. Collaborate globally to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and inno...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Optimize continuous improvement processes and drive operational excellence strategies at the plant level, leveraging lean methodologies and advanced engineering techniques for effective maintenance an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $175K *

Lead complex multidisciplinary projects from initiation to delivery, ensuring adherence to best practices and client satisfaction while guiding your team toward successful outcomes and professional gr...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of cutting-edge generative AI solutions, guiding a team of engineers in a collaborative and innovative environment to deliver high-quality, scalable technical solutions aligned wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative Workforce Management solutions, develop integrations, and enhance monitoring capabilities for global operations. Collaborate across teams to deliver impact and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to develop AI-enhanced training systems, integrating software with high-fidelity simulations. Leverage your C#, Python, and systems integration skills while collaborating with ex...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative software development for vibration cancellation systems, driving architectural standards and design documentation while collaborating cross-functionally to meet...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at our company by leading enterprise project rollouts. Drive successful implementations from start to finish, ensuring timely and budget-adherent delivery while coordinating resour...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $350K *

Drive the creation of cutting-edge coding datasets and environments. Oversee project execution with a focus on data quality, team leadership, and collaboration with frontier AI labs to enhance coding...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $210K *

Optimize product strategies by leading the execution of hardware platforms while shaping roadmaps to meet market demands and align with corporate objectives, driving innovation and ensuring high-quali...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.