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 - $195K *

Drive high-impact technical programs in a dynamic environment, leading cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions for complex projects. Collaborate with senior management to shape strategi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $165K *

Play a key role in developing high-performance systems as part of our dynamic team. Collaborate with top engineers to tackle complex challenges, drive innovation, and optimize solutions within a flexi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$234K - $269K *

Lead the charge in advancing spacecraft autonomy through innovative software engineering. Oversee cross-functional teams in flight software, GNC, and AI, ensuring high-performance operations for VLEO...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $195K *

Drive strategic program management by overseeing complex technical projects and leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $195K *

Lead the charge in managing complex technical programs for satellite development, collaborating with senior management and cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality results and effective delivery...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to building a robust infrastructure by optimizing routing, metering, and reliability at scale. Collaborate closely with teams to address evolving challenges across diverse projects in a dyn...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $220K *

Tackle the challenge of managing manufacturing test programs from NPI to production, ensuring high-quality, repeatable testing processes. Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Drive innovative software solutions in a hybrid environment, tackling full-stack development from APIs to databases. Collaborate across teams to enhance existing systems while delivering high-performa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to build scalable software solutions, enhancing applications from backend APIs to modern frontend interfaces. Drive projects in a DevSecOps environment, con...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams to drive Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test activities for complex DoD training systems, ensuring technical execution aligns with program objectives ac...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $154K *

Deliver impactful data modernization programs by leading cross-functional teams, engaging clients, and driving technical architecture decisions within AWS or Databricks environments to ensure scalable...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing software solutions. Collaborate across departments to design, develop, and integrate technology that drives business efficiency and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $90K *

Lead the charge in managing impactful energy projects as a Project Manager II. Collaborate with a focused team, oversee project execution and ensure quality delivery while fostering a people-first cul...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$78K - $90K *

Take ownership of complex transmission and substation projects, driving execution and collaboration to ensure timely, quality deliverables while adhering to project management standards and financial...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$192K - $278K *

Drive the development of Generative AI products, overseeing program management and technical strategy to ensure successful launches and customer satisfaction, while navigating complexities of the AI l...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in refining development assurance processes to improve compliance with ARP4754B. Collaborate with systems engineering to enhance requirements management across all program phases while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of aviation safety by enhancing development assurance processes, partnering with engineering teams, and leading cross-functional initiatives to achieve compliance with ARP4754B for au...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$192K - $278K *

Empower organizational change by pioneering Business Process Modeling and Process Mining initiatives. Lead cross-functional partnerships to drive process improvement and deliver strategic architecture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $253K *

Contribute to the design and deployment of secure multinational digital infrastructure, enabling collaborative defense operations across U.S., Australian, and UK teams in classified environments with...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Tackle the development of a secure device platform, focusing on systems engineering, compliance, and reliability while managing low-level Android/Linux code and integrating third-party services for ef...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower a diverse team in delivering cutting-edge cloud platform solutions. Drive operational excellence, innovation, and strategic initiatives within a dynamic environment, shaping the future of tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $306K *

Champion high-performance engineering teams to deliver innovative software for Trusted Robot Platforms, ensuring operational excellence and scalability while collaborating across technical and organiz...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform device management software by designing secure, compliant OS layers and services. Collaborate with systems engineering and security to build reliable solutions that enhance device functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock innovative software solutions by leveraging extensive experience with Amazon's ecosystem. Contribute to high-impact projects focused on platform enhancements, complex coding, and AI integration...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.