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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$345K - $399K *

Lead and innovate in age assurance technology, overseeing scalable ML systems and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and user safety solutions that enhance global access an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's developing cutting-edge solutions for Software Defined Vehicles, where you'll design and maintain high-performance distributed systems, tackle complex challenges, and play a crucial...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop mission-critical applications integrating data and automation. Collaborate with diverse teams to create user-focused interfaces and robust backend services using React and Java/Spring framewor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity solutions. As a Principal Product Manager, you'll drive innovative offerings, serving diverse market segments while leveraging your extensive exp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Partner with us to lead the technical execution and delivery of complex enterprise-scale customer implementations, ensuring solutions are sound, scalable, and operationally ready while collaborating c...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading complex engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring successful delivery within budget and schedule while collaborating across teams to enhance aerospace sol...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $220K *

Elevate our AI initiatives by driving strategy and execution for enterprise-scale products, coordinating cross-functional teams to enhance model performance and customer outcomes, while managing high...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Empower the evolution of cybersecurity solutions, driving impactful innovations and managing product offerings to meet critical market demands and advance defensive strategies across multiple sectors...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $210K *

Transform civil engineering efficiency by leading the development of AI-driven design automation tools. Collaborate directly with design teams to streamline workflows, enhance project delivery, and dr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $225K *

Elevate engineering innovation through AI by developing cutting-edge ML models that transform engineering processes at a fast-paced aerospace company. Collaborate with diverse teams to build intellige...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$185K - $335K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing autonomous vehicle mapping systems. As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll lead the design and implementation of scalable distributed systems, collaborating across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive your career forward by building and maintaining scalable, secure platforms for cutting-edge cyberspace operations, enhancing flexibility and productivity while managing complex infrastructures a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer organization-wide transformation programs by leading cross-functional initiatives to enhance processes and systems, driving measurable efficiency gains while aligning with corporate strategies...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$211K - $286K *

Lead innovative embedded software solutions for avionics systems, overseeing design, development, and testing processes. Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure compliance with industry standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $286K *

Transform embedded software engineering by leading diverse teams in developing, testing, and integrating cutting-edge solutions for avionics systems that meet safety and quality standards, while foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$68K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading complex environmental projects, managing teams and ensuring compliance. You'll coordinate planning, execution, and documentation while fostering communication with stakehol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$68K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing complex environmental projects, ensuring compliance and quality throughout the planning and execution phases. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful outcomes in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $170K *

Innovate with us to enhance high-performance data systems, scale robust data pipelines, and collaborate with cross-functional teams for impactful analytics and AI solutions...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower our team by leading the development of scalable, resilient AI/ML data solutions. Your expertise will enhance incident management and drive strategic innovation while mentoring team members in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by managing complex building infrastructure projects from initiation to closeout, ensuring safety, scope, schedule, and financial success while collaborating with cross-functional...

Yesterday

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

$120K - $150K *

Contribute to operational excellence by leading engineering and maintenance teams, overseeing technical support for production, and driving strategies for capital planning and facility optimization, e...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $194K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing satellite operations through innovative software development. Collaborate to build robust systems that enhance mission planning, ensuring a safe and efficient experi...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$232K - $258K *

Deliver innovative software solutions to enhance reliability and efficiency across diverse production services. Lead and collaborate on initiatives that automate and improve operations while ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Fishbeck is seeking a Water/Wastewater Process Engineer/Project Manager to manage projects from concept through construction while coordinating with various design disciplines. The role involves clien...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $120K *

Develop and maintain internal tools to enhance our Customer Success teams, automating workflows and enabling seamless data integration. Collaborate effectively with stakeholders to deliver impactful...

Kitchener, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   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.