Software Manager Jobs

Explore Software Manager jobs that match your leadership experience and technical expertise. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including roles leading software engineering teams, delivering products, and shaping development strategy.

What Does a Software Manager Do?

Software Managers guide teams through the planning, development, testing, and delivery of software. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on engineering management, application development, platform teams, or a specific product area. Responsibilities commonly include setting priorities, coaching engineers, coordinating with product and business partners, and maintaining quality and delivery standards.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a blend of technical understanding and people leadership. Relevant strengths may include experience with software development life cycles, architecture and code quality, project planning, hiring and mentoring, and clear communication across technical and nontechnical teams. Requirements vary by company, team, and level of responsibility.

Explore Software Manager Opportunities

Find Software Manager openings across industries and organizations on Ladders. Browse vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, compare role expectations, and identify opportunities that fit your experience, leadership approach, and career goals.

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$143K - $286K *

Lead the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, driving the full software development lifecycle while integrating AI/ML technologies. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality so...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Champion technical leadership in reliability and scalability, driving SRE best practices and AI innovations. Build automation frameworks and enhance operational excellence across platforms, ensuring r...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Innovate by driving technical excellence in mission-critical applications, enhancing reliability and performance for a global workforce. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex chall...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by driving scalable software solutions. Lead cross-functional teams in developing cloud-native applications while enhancing engineering practices and integra...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Lead technical initiatives to enhance reliability and scalability across platforms. Drive SRE best practices, architect automation frameworks, and innovate with AI solutions to improve incident manage...

Bentonville, ARRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $286K *

Transform software development by leading cloud-native initiatives, mentoring peers, and integrating AI/ML technologies. Drive the full software lifecycle to deliver scalable, resilient solutions that...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$143K - $286K *

Empower your career by leading software development initiatives, driving innovation, and collaborating across teams to deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions that enhance operational efficiency and...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $220K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable platform capabilities, enhancing engineering productivity through technical leadership and collaboration. Lead the full software lifecycle while promoting clo...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$132K - $264K *

Champion technical excellence as a Staff Engineer, leading architectural direction across teams, solving complex problems, and mentoring engineers to elevate performance in a dynamic eCommerce fulfill...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $140K *

Join a team that leads innovative research and policy analysis to advance a clean, affordable, and resilient electricity future. Collaborate with policymakers and stakeholders, translating complex fin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Lead the charge in managing large-scale OSP fiber optic programs, ensuring successful execution across engineering, construction, and operations. Drive strategic initiatives, oversee budgets, and enga...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $150K *

Transform product strategy and execution by leveraging data insights, leading cross-functional teams, and prioritizing customer needs to drive product success and business growth in a dynamic environm...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead network deployment initiatives, managing turn-up schedules and material readiness. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines, and report progress accurately for successful e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive impactful business application initiatives by leading cross-functional projects that enhance efficiency and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of Microsoft...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Champion the development of healthcare marketing tools by guiding cross-functional teams through the product lifecycle, driving innovative features and optimizing user experiences to enhance HCP engag...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming employee onboarding processes through Workday, managing the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure al...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Lead the successful delivery of automation projects by managing scope, budget, and client expectations. Collaborate with teams to ensure project profitability and client satisfaction while maintaining...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $186K *

Transform procurement strategies by leading vendor management and building strategic partnerships. Drive operational efficiency while optimizing spend and enhancing supplier performance to support lon...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing customer orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery while enhancing interdepartmental collaboration and customer satisfaction across Sales and Service Delivery opera...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $180K *

Lead the design and implementation of warehouse solutions, guiding teams through the Tecsys Elite WMS architecture. Drive integration, configuration, and continuous improvement while ensuring operatio...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$184K - $345K *

Champion advanced GPU and AI networking deployments, leading a dynamic team to operationalize cutting-edge technologies. Drive customer-focused solutions while mentoring engineers and managing complex...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion project accounting excellence by leading Oracle Fusion PPM migrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive successful implementations and optimize processes, ensuring alignment w...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Deliver strategic leadership in federal subcontract management, guiding a team through the entire subcontract lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure compliance and drive p...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic direction and oversight for the subcontract life cycle, ensuring compliance and effective management across federal programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance subcont...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $195K *

Empower enterprise clients by managing strategic relationships, driving revenue growth, and aligning solutions with business objectives. Lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional outcomes and...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Manager do?question toggle

    A Software Manager leads software teams and helps plan, build, and deliver software. The role commonly involves setting priorities, supporting team members, coordinating with stakeholders, and overseeing development practices and outcomes.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Software Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for software development experience, familiarity with development processes and technical concepts, and a track record of leading or mentoring teams. Communication, planning, and collaboration skills are also important.

  • How much do Software Manager jobs on Ladders pay?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for individual Software Manager roles varies by employer, location, experience, and responsibilities.

  • Where can I find Software Manager jobs?question toggle

    Browse Software Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more across organizations and industries.