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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$100K - $140K *

Optimize client relationships by ensuring seamless communication and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to drive client success, manage deliverables, and enhance platform utilization whi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $172K *

Optimize your career by managing the full contract lifecycle, ensuring compliance, and driving profitable execution of agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer relations...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $192K *

Join a team that's enhancing business applications to drive efficiency and innovation. Lead projects, manage vendor relationships, and collaborate with business leaders to ensure systems meet operatio...

Delaware, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing environmental projects from planning to completion, ensuring compliance with regulations and client expectations. Collaborate with specialists and agencies to navigate per...

Florida, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$151K - $239K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team in managing strategic subcontracts, ensuring compliance and fostering supplier relationships. Drive efficiency and risk management while supporting critical aerospace mi...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative technical solutions. As a Senior Solutions & Implementation Manager, you'll engage with C-level executives and lead high-profile projects, ensurin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $204K *

Drive financial excellence by managing a $600M budget and $10B in receipts. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency and deliver insightful analysis, ensuring the financial health of...

East Hartford, CTRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Transform technology operations by leading IT and cybersecurity strategies, ensuring secure, scalable systems while enhancing employee support in a dynamic, remote-first environment. Collaborate acros...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $119K *

Drive the commissioning of renewable energy projects, managing teams to ensure all testing and installation meets safety standards and project goals. Collaborate across functions for seamless project...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $170K *

Lead and innovate in clinical data management, overseeing projects and teams while ensuring quality deliverables and client satisfaction. Mentor staff, manage budgets, and enhance operational efficien...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at a leading Customer Success team, driving renewal outcomes and enhancing team effectiveness through innovative engagement strategies and AI-driven solutions for a diverse portfol...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving client success for enterprise accounts. Lead customer engagement, ensure adoption of solutions, and collaborate effectively with teams to promote renewals, expansion, and s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$64K - $120K *

Lead management of an established client portfolio, ensuring exceptional service delivery while overseeing renewals and compliance updates. Foster relationships and support strategic enhancements to f...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $154K *

Join a dynamic team as a Document Control Supervisor, overseeing document management for construction and engineering projects. Drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and support project teams...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $162K *

Lead and execute complex Oracle EBS upgrades from planning to delivery, ensuring alignment across teams. Manage scope, budgets, and risks within enterprise environments to drive successful project out...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$310K - $500K+*

Innovate the Sports Experience by driving features from concept to launch, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement on a broad scale. Shape the future of our content discovery a...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career as a Product Manager, driving impactful features in Fintech. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions, leveraging data insights to enhance user exp...

Alberta, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$180K - $220K *

Lead the global SIOP process, ensuring synchronization across Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions to optimize inventory and enhance operational efficiency for $1.2B in annual sales. Drive str...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive sourcing strategies and supplier relationships across diverse supply chains, ensuring alignment with business needs and operational excellence while leading cross-functional teams to achieve str...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Champion customer success by designing and optimizing scalable programs that enhance adoption of identity security solutions, ensuring impactful training and resources for customer-facing teams...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us in transforming revenue cycle management through an Epic EHR implementation. This role involves project planning, stakeholder engagement, and leadership collaboration to ensure optimal system...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion strategic growth by managing major law enforcement accounts, driving revenue, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful outcomes a...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex digital quality services for enterprise clients. Oversee testing programs, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with business outcomes while foster...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Support the Finance Systems team by managing and optimizing the Netsuite ERP system. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, ensure compliance, and drive system improvements in a...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $116K *

Empower your career by leading ServiceNow ITSM initiatives, enhancing workflows, and collaborating with diverse teams. Drive improvements to user support and organizational knowledge while utilizing y...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.