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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$143K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical data management for innovative cell therapy studies. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data integrity and compliance while managing teams and external partn...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that drives impactful project outcomes by managing stakeholder engagement and aligning reporting needs with strategic goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while utilizing your ex...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $158K *

Lead the charge in engineering and implementing a robust Intune solution for enterprise endpoint management, ensuring seamless integration and security across diverse devices within a mission-critical...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $155K *

Drive regional website strategy for multiple international markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, support AEO/SEO initiatives, and manage web performance metrics. Lead exp...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $120K *

Lead high-impact proposal efforts globally, managing complex RFIs and RFPs. Drive collaboration, ensure quality, and optimize strategies for proposal submissions in a fast-paced, deadline-focused envi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and enhance partner programs, ensuring effective onboarding, enablement, and communication with technology partners to drive mutual success and streamline processes for...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize partnerships by driving growth, developing strategies, and managing relationships with System Integrators, particularly IBM, to enhance collaboration and customer success while achieving sale...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $131K *

Advance systems management by enhancing ERP and HRIS platforms to support business growth, engaging with stakeholders, and ensuring smooth transitions with new releases in a global medical device envi...

Minnesota, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform customer relationships and drive revenue growth by managing account strategies, identifying upsell opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product adoption an...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer broadband initiatives by leading multidisciplinary teams in project management, financial oversight, and client engagement. Drive strategic planning and compliance for funding programs while e...

Franklin, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in customer success, driving engagement and satisfaction throughout the customer lifecycle. Manage accounts, foster relationships, and ensure clients achieve maxi...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Join the team to lead day-to-day client implementations, ensuring seamless project execution and communication with clients while driving product insights for operational enhancements. Ideal for those...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $105K *

Help us drive product strategy and delivery for our commerce and payments tech stack. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience, revenue growth, and satisfaction through effec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$69K - $101K *

Champion the reliability of automated systems by providing expert technical support, troubleshooting complex issues, and collaborating cross-functionally to ensure operational excellence and seamless...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$81K - $86K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic virtual services team, enhancing member experiences through digital channels, and driving growth in memberships and loans while ensuring compliance and operati...

Arcadia, CARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform automation capabilities by leading innovative engineering projects and collaborating across teams. Drive continuous improvement in operations and ensure regulatory compliance throughout proj...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by overseeing facilities management and real estate projects. Collaborate with teams to ensure optimal environments, manage contractors, and lead initiatives that enhance operation...

Oakville, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $103K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth through effective management of Fortinet business development resources and collaboration with sales teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Collaborate with project teams to identify defects and implement corrective actions, driving conti...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$92K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving distributor performance through strategic training, relationship management, and inventory optimization to achieve measurable growth and enhance channel engagement across ke...

Washington, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by managing full life cycle subcontract activities, ensuring compliance, and driving supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement strategie...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $174K *

Lead the charge in delivering large-scale SAP transformation programs, ensuring strategic alignment and effective stakeholder collaboration while managing risks and optimizing resources for successful...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing enterprise web applications through skilled deployment and automation. Collaborate extensively with developers and IT teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions in Micros...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate customer success in the Americas by leading a growing team of CSMs. Drive adoption, value realization, and customer health while shaping playbooks and strategies for scalable growth. Collabora...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $152K *

Elevate the synergy between Sales strategy and technology delivery, translating business needs into actionable engineering specifications. Drive system enhancements and ensure seamless collaboration a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.