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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$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

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

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

$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...

Madison, WIRemote

3 days ago

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

$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...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

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

$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...

Cambridge, MARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$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...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

Henderson, NVRemote

Yesterday

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

$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...

Huntsville, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$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...

Oregon, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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...

West Virginia, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.