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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$195K - $257K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading daily activities, designing and maintaining systems while driving agile processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align contributions with company goals and de...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $301K *

Transform your career by leading innovative software development initiatives. Leverage your technical expertise in a dynamic environment, collaborating with stakeholders to drive strategic projects an...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to drive product innovation, focusing on delivering customer value through effective execution and collaboration across functions to enhance product quality and team pe...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$262K - $365K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of virtualization infrastructure by managing multi-site engineering efforts for large-scale, high-performance distributed systems while inspiring innovation and c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of software development by leading a talented team, driving innovative projects, and collaborating across functions to build robust applications that enhance business capabilities and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $242K *

Join a team that's driving the future of our core infrastructure by leading a diverse engineering group focused on mobile, web, and backend systems. Take ownership of critical projects while fostering...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $174K *

Drive our financial reporting capabilities by leading scrum teams, balancing technical direction with team empowerment while ensuring successful client engagement in a dynamic BI environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$154K - $179K *

Partner with us to lead engineering teams, manage delivery and quality, and drive technical excellence across complex healthcare systems while ensuring compliance and scalability in a high-stakes envi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$185K - $200K *

Lead and develop engineering teams, driving product strategy and agile execution while ensuring delivery of scalable software solutions that align with company goals and customer needs...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Transform your future by leading engineering teams to deliver innovative eCommerce solutions. Drive technical strategy, foster collaboration, and shape product roadmaps while building a high-performin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $265K *

Elevate engineering productivity by optimizing workflows, driving strategic initiatives, and implementing metrics that enhance delivery speed and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally, fostering an...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $120K *

Collaborate to design and develop engaging web applications, utilizing React for front-end and C#/.NET for APIs. Join a dynamic team to enhance user experiences while leveraging cloud technologies lik...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower progress at the forefront of engineering strategy by leading a dynamic team focused on backend systems, ensuring high-quality delivery and innovative AI integration, while collaborating closel...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $205K *

Lead and grow a high-performing team to deliver intelligent AI capabilities, drive technical strategy, and foster cross-team collaboration. Build production-grade systems for natural language interact...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $230K *

Champion AI quality and governance by leading a team that ensures production-ready AI systems. Collaborate across engineering and product teams to build observability, feedback mechanisms, and enforce...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead and develop a high-performing engineering team, collaborating across departments to drive innovative solutions and optimize business outcomes while fostering a strong engineering culture...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $226K *

Drive the development of innovative scheduling solutions, while leading a diverse engineering team to enhance patient care accessibility within healthcare systems. Engage in hands-on leadership, syste...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in engineering management and execution for hosted subscription products, focusing on quality, reliability, and user trust while elevating team performance and coordination in a remote...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $180K *

Bring your expertise to lead engineering execution and people management for subscription product development, ensuring quality, delivery predictability, and collaboration across teams in a dynamic en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $215K *

Transform cloud-based engineering strategies as you lead teams in creating innovative AI-powered automation solutions, ensuring quality and scalability while promoting a dynamic and collaborative cult...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining legal technology. As an Engineering Manager, you'll lead software engineers, guiding the development of a next-gen platform focused on AI-driven solutions, ensuring quali...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovation and growth by leading a high-performing software engineering team, driving B2B solutions, technical strategy, and operational excellence while ensuring seamless collaboration and d...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Advance operational excellence by coordinating projects and enhancing team performance weekly. Master the art of feedback and coaching in an AI-driven environment, ensuring impactful solutions and gro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$229K - $241K *

Pioneer the future of search by leading a high-impact engineering team. Drive strategic initiatives in Single and Cross-Retailer Search, utilizing ML to innovate relevance and ranking that enhance use...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $234K *

Inspire breakthrough innovations by leading engineering enablement initiatives that enhance developer productivity and integrate AI into workflows while fostering a progressive and collaborative cultu...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.