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.
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.
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.
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.
$110K - $130K *
Lead complex, cross-functional initiatives by providing senior-level project and program expertise. Drive planning, implementation, and continuous improvement of health informatics processes and syste...
Today
$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in driving agile execution across product and engineering teams, managing digital product launches and enhancing client value through innovative solutions. Collaborate cross-functional...
6 days ago
Indirect Procurement Category Manager
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's redefining procurement strategies across diverse indirect categories. You'll lead sourcing initiatives, negotiate contracts, and enhance supplier performance while collaborating wit...
3 weeks ago
Manager, Workday Financial Systems and Innovation
$104K - $140K *
Transform financial systems by leading a high-performing team to enhance Workday Financials, ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment with business goals while driving continuous improv...
1 week ago
$140K - $180K *
Elevate your career by managing Systems & Controls operations across multiple sites. Lead a team of technicians, ensuring project success through strategic planning, customer satisfaction, and operati...
Reposted 1 week ago
$100K - $182K *
Join a team that's dedicated to transforming business needs into innovative software solutions. Collaborate with clients and developers to ensure high satisfaction and successful adoption while advanc...
1 week ago
$110K - $160K *
Lead capture strategies and drive execution for impactful aerospace opportunities. Collaborate across teams to craft technical proposals and compelling narratives, ensuring alignment with mission goal...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager - Infrastructure
$110K - $130K *
Drive impactful IT infrastructure programs by transforming complex challenges into structured solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiency and reliability in data centers, network systems...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Transform the supply chain landscape by leading procurement and subcontracting efforts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations while driving efficiency and innovation in support of critical defe...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...
2 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Transform procurement operations by leading federal sourcing initiatives, ensuring compliance with regulations, and building audit-ready purchasing processes for a dynamic EPC contractor in the energy...
6 days ago
$125K - $170K *
Lead the charge in managing complex contracts for a major program, ensuring compliance and strategic alignment. Collaborate with teams to develop proposals, negotiate terms, and maintain strong relati...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality ServiceNow projects. As a Project Manager, you'll oversee project performance, manage client relationships, and ensure adherence to best practic...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Grow your career with a strategic leadership role overseeing project delivery, resource allocation, and operational governance across multiple implementations to ensure customer success and high-perfo...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $90K *
Empower data-driven decision-making by developing and enhancing Power BI dashboards and reports. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-friendly solutions that consolidate data from mu...
3 days ago
$89K - $148K *
Explore your potential as you manage AWS environments, support cloud operations, and enhance developer tools. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless infrastructure and contribute to mission-critica...
3 days ago
$114K - $167K *
Drive impactful SAP BRIM projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing scope, timelines, and budgets while ensuring alignment with client objectives and fostering strong stakeholder relationshi...
5 days ago
Manager, Infor WMS - Business Consulting
$110K - $130K *
Advance your career by leading strategic Infor WMS implementations, optimizing client operations, and fostering strong partnerships. Drive improvements in warehouse management and logistics while ensu...
1 month ago
Manager, Infor WMS - Business Consulting
$110K - $130K *
Lead impactful Infor WMS projects, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance warehouse management efficiencies. Manage implementation, drive improvements, and foster trusted relationships to maximize...
1 month ago
Digital Delivery Implementation Manager
$84K - $114K *
Lead a dynamic team in delivering high-quality digital implementations, driving strategy and process improvements while ensuring customer satisfaction and operational excellence in a fast-paced enviro...
Reposted 6 days ago
$125K - $138K *
Engineer operational excellence by leading the Problem Management team, driving post-incident processes, and fostering continuous improvement initiatives to enhance platform stability and customer exp...
1 week ago
$211K - $352K *
Optimize category strategies and drive procurement excellence across the organization. Lead cross-functional teams to enhance supplier relationships, manage risks, and deliver financial results while...
1 week ago
(USA) Staff, Product Manager - Last Mile Delivery Optimization
$143K - $286K *
Shape the future of logistics by leading product strategy and execution. Drive innovation in delivery optimization, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and operati...
1 week ago
Software Engineering Manager (R37)
$101K - $206K *
Join a team that's redefining AI product development by leading high-performing engineering teams. Drive innovation and collaboration across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions, while fostering...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Transform project management by leading teams to achieve goals, ensuring alignment across complex workstreams, and delivering impactful results through effective communication and strategic planning...
2 days ago
What does a Software Manager do?
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?
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?
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?
Browse Software Manager listings on Ladders to explore vetted opportunities paying $100,000 or more across organizations and industries.