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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$200K - $220K *

Lead the technical strategy for AI products with impactful architectural decisions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality standards and drive the advancement of agentic development in a remo...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Drive impactful AI initiatives and set technical standards across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality, compliant AI product development...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Elevate the future of integrated scheduling by managing key programs and products, ensuring alignment across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain timelines in a dynamic NPI environment to achi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$232K - $368K *

Empower a cross-functional team to lead system integration efforts for cutting-edge silicon programs. Your leadership will be crucial in diagnosing issues and ensuring timely milestones while fosterin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $208K *

Unlock the potential of transformative transit projects as you lead diverse teams, manage project delivery, and ensure high-quality standards while engaging with clients in a dynamic design-build envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$175K - $208K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic design-build team in rail infrastructure projects. Drive project objectives, ensure collaboration, manage schedules and budgets, while maintaining quality assurance and clie...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K *

Optimize the development of innovative software solutions, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to build and release robust product features that enhance legal data processing while ensur...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to develop software that enhances U.S. Navy Fleet workflows. Collaborate directly with users to turn operational insights into practical applications, improving maritime technology...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join us as a Senior Software Engineer to transform U.S. Navy Fleet workflows, crafting user-centric applications that integrate seamlessly with external systems while collaborating closely with Fleet...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Develop cutting-edge software solutions tailored to U.S. Navy Fleet workflows, enhancing user experience and operational efficiency through iterative design and real-time feedback from users...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform the future of aerospace technology by rapidly prototyping software across domains. Play a key role in developing cutting-edge applications, from embedded systems to cloud-based tools, while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the customer experience by leading the technical design of our platform, collaborating with engineers to implement scalable solutions, and ensuring high system availability while aligning with...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions across embedded, full stack, and autonomy. Drive prototypes from concept to production within a dynamic team, addressing real mission needs and leveraging emergin...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$141K - $190K *

Transform technical execution by managing high-impact projects that span multiple teams, ensuring alignment, communication, and measurable outcomes while driving operational excellence across product...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at large-scale transformation initiatives through expert project management, facilitating alignment across diverse teams while delivering complex technology projects with Agile met...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$138K - $197K *

Advance progress at complex technical projects, ensuring cross-functional collaboration to enhance consumer payment experiences. Leverage program management expertise in software development to drive...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $280K *

Solve complex business challenges by engineering AI-driven solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to rapidly deliver innovative products that enhance key business metrics in a fast-paced e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $162K *

Champion excellence in Manufacturing Engineering Planning, driving efficiency and safety in operations. Collaborate across teams to enhance process improvements and lead initiatives focused on product...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire technical programs across global teams to deliver tangible business outcomes. Drive cross-functional collaboration, mitigate risks, and ensure high-quality execution while mentoring p...

Quebec, QCIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Manage and lead complex technical programs across cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality delivery against business objectives while fostering collaboration and mentorship, with a global impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a team that's pioneering reliability strategies for automated warehouse operations, ensuring peak performance and safety during startup and expansion. Drive enterprise-wide initiatives that enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead agile cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution, aligning with strategic IT initiatives. Partner with stakeholders to manage deliverables, budgets, and risks while promoting c...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $164K *

Take ownership of cross-functional IT projects, utilizing Agile/Scrum practices, leading teams to deliver quality solutions on time and within budget while fostering communication and managing stakeho...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $187K *

Create innovative AI features for mission-critical applications. Integrate diverse data streams, execute cloud migrations, and work with modern DevSecOps practices within an agile team to tackle real...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $105K *

Drive the successful delivery of a major courthouse renovation project while overseeing construction management, analysis, risk assessment, and compliance, ensuring quality and timeliness from initiat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.