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 - $160K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing and building scalable integrations for automotive partnerships, collaborating across teams to enhance customer experiences and drive technical excel...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock customer potential as a key partner in driving adoption, retention, and satisfaction in a dynamic, high-performance environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure exceptional service and...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$115K - $150K *

Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing and category management initiatives. Drive supplier relationships, negotiate complex contracts, and develop high-performing teams to deliv...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$96K - $186K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic people initiatives that enhance performance and drive operational excellence across our global advertising teams. Foster collaboration, innovation, and accountabi...

Hoboken, NJRemote

1 month ago

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

$77K - $122K *

Lead the charge in managing insurance and records for a global aerospace team. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance, optimize coverage, and enhance operational efficiency while overseein...

Anaheim, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional change initiatives that drive operational excellence. Oversee product launches and process improvements, ensuring systematic adoption and effective communi...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $125K *

Lead the charge in managing complex projects for a federal data analytics platform, ensuring operational excellence through effective communication, risk management, and collaboration across teams whi...

Virginia, USRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in construction quality management for a large-scale data center portfolio. Drive the establishment of quality standards, ensure compliance, and oversee a dedicated team of Site Qualit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $168K *

Shape strategic sourcing initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive savings and efficiencies in the Mechanical category. Manage supplier relationships and execute OneLM Agreemen...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $250K *

Lead the charge in building high-throughput systems as you manage a team of engineers. Drive technical excellence and team growth while collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions i...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$71K - $95K *

Empower the future of EDI and integration systems by designing, developing, and managing solutions that enhance business processes, ensuring reliability and efficiency while collaborating with cross-f...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $286K *

Transform the software landscape by leading scalable platform development, mentoring teams, and driving innovation in cloud-native architectures and AI/ML integration to enhance engineering productivi...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Join a team that drives innovative software solutions by overseeing the full development lifecycle, from coding to deployment, and integrating advanced AI/ML components for scalable cloud-native archi...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$143K - $286K *

Lead the charge in developing intelligent automation solutions that enhance technology change across the enterprise, leveraging expertise in AI, distributed systems, and cloud integration to drive eff...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

1 month ago

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

$125K - $225K *

Create innovative data solutions by designing scalable pipelines and AI tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data quality and security, driving impactful analytics and machine lea...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$114K - $252K *

Unlock potential by leading integration projects that connect Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM with federal HR systems. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions while mentoring junior engin...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $206K *

Unlock your potential by leading Oracle integration for a federal HR modernization initiative. Design and maintain systems integration as a key technical resource, leveraging your expertise in API eng...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product innovation. Own strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into impactful solutions that drive business success and enh...

Alpharetta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career by driving sales and expanding market presence in the Encaps & Inclusions sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions while managing key accounts a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $180K *

Lead product strategy and outcomes across diverse portfolios, driving team success and aligning customer needs with business objectives. Foster collaboration across functions to deliver impactful prod...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Lead the execution of product launches, ensuring readiness and adoption across teams. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive operational change and enhance processes, while managing metri...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $218K *

Architect innovative market access strategies to enhance U.S. reimbursement for cutting-edge healthcare solutions. Collaborate across functions to drive payer engagement, coding, and coverage initiati...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative Oracle Cloud ERP solutions by leading design and implementation of Procure-to-Pay processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into effective, scalable arch...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$220K - $290K *

Accelerate the development of autonomous systems by leading systems engineering strategies, aligning cross-functional teams, and ensuring rigorous safety and performance standards throughout the produ...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting Federal contracts in healthcare. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance services for American Indians and Alaska Natives, ensuring effective contract management...

South Dakota, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.