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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$150K - $200K *

Transform the security landscape by leading corporate security and compliance initiatives. Own identity infrastructure, manage vendor relationships, and ensure customer trust while implementing robust...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $100K *

Transform supply chain efficiency through innovative technology solutions, guiding engineering operations and strategic initiatives while ensuring optimal performance across diverse applications in an...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$160K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance customer success for high-value enterprise accounts, fostering long-lasting partnerships, driving engagement, and optimizing retention while managing a high-perfo...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Optimize and drive digital media strategies to elevate client success, focusing on Amazon DSP. Build strong relationships, execute growth plans, and leverage data insights to enhance performance acros...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $190K *

Shape the future of customer projects by leading strategic SaaS implementations, ensuring exceptional execution and stakeholder engagement. As a key player, you'll drive project success through proact...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $259K *

Transform the customer onboarding experience by bridging Product Management and Engineering. Lead initiatives that prioritize seamless integration, scalability, and customer success while ensuring opt...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Lead comprehensive research administration support for faculty and stakeholders, managing grant portfolios and ensuring compliance throughout the grant lifecycle while collaborating with campus partne...

Madison, WIRemote

1 week ago

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

$115K - $184K *

Advance HPE's growth in the West by driving strategic initiatives, fostering partner engagement, and enhancing market share within the public sector ecosystem. Collaborate with key stakeholders to cre...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $151K *

Build strategic partnerships and drive growth for a portfolio of major retail accounts. Own the full account lifecycle, develop tailored solutions, and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exception...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engage in product launches, messaging, and customer marketing to drive business outcomes. Collaborate with teams to craft impactful narratives that resonate with B2B audiences, and contribute to custo...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Oversee the construction process for new stores and special projects, managing negotiations and ensuring compliance from inception to operations turnover. Collaborate with internal teams and external...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a cross-functional team to architect, deliver, and enhance product outcomes, while ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering a culture of accoun...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate operational excellence and quality management by leading process improvements, ensuring compliance, and fostering a patient-first culture. Oversee a dedicated team to enhance quality systems a...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in driving new business opportunities and managing territory expansion. Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers while executing partner-led initiatives and coordinating a...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Accelerate your career by driving new business and expansion in a dynamic territory. Leverage partner relationships and data-driven strategies to build a robust pipeline, conduct impactful training, a...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering high voltage engineering projects, overseeing complex substation and interconnection initiatives while ensuring successful execution and fostering collaboration among div...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $155K *

Champion the execution of complex business initiatives by leading cross-functional projects, mentoring teams, and driving data-informed decisions to ensure alignment with organizational goals and prom...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $144K *

Lead the charge in architecting and securing a global Zero Trust ecosystem, overseeing DNS Security, IPAM, and Secure Vendor Remote Access. Drive strategy, standards, and innovation while mentoring te...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $165K *

Elevate your career as a Scientific Product Owner, driving innovation in clinical genomics software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate scientific needs into actionable requirements...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $125K *

Champion operational excellence by managing cross-regional teams, ensuring consistent performance standards, and facilitating effective agent execution. Drive strategic initiatives and resolve conflic...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in procurement for production and corporate needs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create a scalable, efficient, and innovative procurement function that meets the demands...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $280K *

Help us ensure effective earned-value management and procurement processes by overseeing supplier relationships, coordinating with program teams, and driving data analysis to align project objectives...

Three Mile Bay, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $150K *

Lead the charge in building a robust revenue engine for a new Home & Auto insurance unit. Design and implement CRM systems, optimize sales processes, and enhance data-driven decision-making to support...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $120K *

Empower our clients by managing content tooling and multi-channel delivery. Lead the vision and strategy for communications execution, ensuring messages are delivered efficiently and effectively acros...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $220K *

Inspire innovation as you lead the architecture and development of scalable supply chain solutions, mentoring engineers and driving excellence in a dynamic, cloud-native environment focused on global...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

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.