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.
SAP Funds Management and General Ledger (FM GL)
$90K - $189K *
Shape the future of defense financial management! Leverage your SAP FM/GL expertise to architect solutions for USTRANSCOM, enhancing military logistics while employing SAP S/4HANA in a high-impact, Ag...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager, Core Banking Implementations
$90K - $110K *
Lead core banking system conversions for credit unions, ensuring seamless project delivery through effective stakeholder communication, data migration, and interface integration, while managing risks...
3 weeks ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead product marketing initiatives by crafting compelling messaging and strategies that drive customer engagement and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and measure performan...
Today
SAP Funds Management and General Ledger (FM GL)
$90K - $189K *
Join a dynamic team where you'll leverage SAP FM/GL expertise to architect solutions that support U.S. military logistics. Collaborate in a SAFe Agile environment, driving innovation and seamless inte...
Reposted 1 week ago
(USA) Manager, Technology Operations
$80K - $155K *
Lead technical programs and operational workstreams to enhance enterprise catalog capabilities, ensuring alignment between business and technology teams while driving continuous improvement and operat...
1 week ago
$90K *
Innovate with a dynamic team to develop and maintain applications that integrate engineering systems with campus data, ensuring high-quality data access for operational workflows and enhancing user ex...
3 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance and maintain the PeopleSoft Campus Solutions SIS, ensuring a robust technological infrastructure that supports student success and institutional goals throug...
1 week ago
$76K - $136K *
Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies for global server operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to align short and long-term objectives while tackling supply challenges and ensuring...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Practice Manager -- AI Agentic Ops
$150K - $190K *
Help us shape the future of AI operations by leading a dynamic team focused on innovative solutions, strategic partnerships, and technical excellence in agentic environments. Drive growth and operatio...
2 days ago
$85K - $90K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of our Advisory platform. As a Product Manager, you'll drive product strategy, prioritize customer needs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure su...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $165K *
Lead penetration testing efforts to enhance security across applications and infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to identify vulnerabilities, validate findings, and promote security awareness, cont...
3 weeks ago
Principal AI Software Engineer
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in designing and deploying AI systems that enhance productivity and customer experience across multiple departments, driving innovation and efficiency through advanced AI capabilities...
4 days ago
$80K - $121K *
Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive innovation by bridging Support and Engineering teams, analyzing complex client issues, and ensuring effective resolutions. Own escalations from start to finish, enhancing collaboration and deliv...
1 week ago
$100K - $120K *
Elevate the creative process by leading studio operations and optimizing workflows for a multidisciplinary team. Drive efficiency while managing project pipelines and stakeholder expectations in a fas...
4 weeks ago
Product Manager, Billing & Collections
$132K - $165K *
Shape the future of billing and collections by driving product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable payment solutions that boost revenue...
2 weeks ago
Manager II, Software Engineering, Infrastructure
$154K - $260K *
Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Deliver innovative solutions by managing complex programs, ensuring seamless execution and coordination across multiple contracts while leveraging extensive IT expertise and leadership skills to drive...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in VDC delivery across a regional portfolio of commercial construction projects. Set execution standards, manage a team of VDC professionals, and ensure field-relevant results while fo...
Yesterday
$130K - $135K *
Drive project success by managing all phases from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Lead cross-functional teams, maintain client communication, and uphold qualit...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Help us shape the future of healthcare identity management by leading projects, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive success and foster gro...
2 weeks ago
Product Manager - Acxiom B2B Suite
$110K - $130K *
Engineer innovative data products that empower global businesses. Lead cross-functional teams to define product strategy, manage lifecycles, and drive performance metrics, ensuring alignment with mark...
1 week ago
Senior Construction Manager - Distribution Line
$110K - $130K *
Optimize project outcomes by managing construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and coordinating contractor efforts across multiple sites to meet performance obje...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Pioneer innovative AI solutions in healthcare, tackling ambiguous challenges directly. Collaborate with top experts, shipping impactful products at speed while taking full ownership of your work and d...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$85K - $95K *
Shape the future of supply chain management by driving compliance and efficiency in procurement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support government contracting activities and ensu...
Today
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.