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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$136K - $185K *

Champion the future of operational excellence by partnering with senior leaders to architect strategies and build an agile organizational framework that drives multi-team alignment and seamless execut...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Lead the charge in delivering world-class events across North America and globally, ensuring every detail reflects innovation and excellence in the gaming industry. Collaborate with teams to create im...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Shape commerce strategy and value engineering for brand partners, connecting marketplace opportunities to commercial proposals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive growth and profitabilit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $125K *

Elevate customer engagement by optimizing privacy program performance across a diverse portfolio. Ensure proactive intervention and support for healthcare privacy teams, driving compliance and enhanci...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving financial excellence in Supply Chain & Procurement. Lead strategic analysis, optimize costs, and enhance decision-making to improve business performance across a dynamic glo...

Holbrook, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $154K *

Champion your career by managing change orders for large projects, evaluating contractual impacts, and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive succe...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$85K - $142K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and management of global endpoint environments. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize efficiency, provide expert support, and mentor junior engineers in t...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing Microsoft 365 & Unified Communications platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance organizational communi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $180K *

Advance your career by driving Global Logistics initiatives in cross-border transportation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate operational needs into scalable solutions, ensuring compliance a...

Bentonville, ARRemote

5 days ago

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

$120K - $160K *

Optimize customer service management and AI capabilities by leading ServiceNow implementations, enhancing workflows, and ensuring compliance with governance standards to elevate customer experience an...

South Carolina, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team focused on data analysis and reporting. Oversee the development of reporting tools, ensure data integrity, and identify process optimization opportunitie...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $110K *

Serve as a trusted advisor, engaging clients to develop tailored solutions and specifications for implementation, ensuring comprehensive documentation and strong customer relationships while collabora...

San Ramon, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform customer engagement by providing expert pre-sales technical support, leading complex solution development, and delivering impactful presentations to ensure tailored solutions meet client nee...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion the seamless execution of complex AI and Cloud projects, ensuring timely delivery and stakeholder satisfaction. Leverage your project management skills to coordinate multiple initiatives in a...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the commissioning process for multiple data center projects, ensuring all systems are tested and operational. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet client specifications and maintain compliance...

Quanah, TXRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K *

Shape the future of vertical marketing strategy by crafting tailored messaging that accelerates pipeline and drives revenue. Collaborate cross-functionally to embed insights and deliver impactful camp...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $174K *

Transform federal opportunities by managing capture activities, coordinating teams, and developing strategies to enhance competitive positioning. Collaborate across functions to ensure successful prop...

Washington, DCRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $105K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive project execution and operational excellence in medical communications. Leverage your project management skills to ensure timely delivery and high-qual...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of advanced control systems for energy projects, leading technical initiatives and collaborating with clients to enhance manufacturing processes through innovative automation sol...

Irvine, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $143K *

Lead logistics and inventory management ensuring timely delivery of materials. Collaborate with teams for optimal material readiness and quality standards while enhancing supply chain processes and ex...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $143K *

Optimize logistics and inventory management processes to ensure timely delivery of materials and components for successful project execution, fostering collaboration across teams and maintaining high...

Missouri, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive the growth of large-scale projects by managing site acquisition, zoning, and permitting processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to negotiate agreements and ensure compliance while maintaining a...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by guiding strategic growth through identifying and capturing high-value opportunities in the Federal market. Leverage relationships and insights to execute comprehensive capture...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance for Crop Protection products. Lead regulatory strategies, manage submissions, and collaborate across departments to navigate complex regulations in...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $144K *

Join our team to manage z/OS systems, ensuring efficient installation and maintenance while delivering critical support to government clients. This role demands strong technical expertise and the abil...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.