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.
Embedded Software Control Manager
$130K - $190K *
Redefine the future of automotive systems by leading embedded control software development. Drive best practices in Model-Based Design while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Collaborate gl...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Empower project success by managing execution, aligning resources, and driving strategic initiatives. Lead project managers to ensure effective delivery and foster collaboration across teams, enhancin...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Oversee procurement operations for medical equipment, ensuring timely, cost-effective sourcing and compliance with industry standards. Lead teams in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and risk m...
2 days ago
$95K - $115K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading teams to achieve service, quality, and cost objectives. Drive performance through collaboration, continuous improvement, and strategic planning to meet custom...
2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Deliver comprehensive configuration management for a federal client's analytics platform. Lead CI/CD pipeline operations, manage container deployments, and ensure secure integration with compliance st...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $150K *
Help us lead a multi-disciplinary team in managing logistics and business operations for the USCG Aviation Logistics Center. Oversee contractor personnel, ensure compliance, and deliver quality servic...
Today
Manager, Business Applications
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading the management of diverse SaaS business applications, ensuring alignment with firm-wide needs, governance, and vendor relationships while fostering team performance and acc...
2 weeks ago
$115K - $125K *
Elevate packaging operations by leading a dynamic team to enhance quality, efficiency, and safety in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring on-time delivery and continuous improvement...
1 week ago
$95K - $128K *
Shape the future of e-commerce integration by leading projects that connect clients and systems, ensuring seamless data exchange. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance integration efficie...
Reposted 1 week ago
Vice President of Supplier Management
$160K - $200K *
Elevate supplier management by leading strategic sourcing and governance. Drive collaboration with cross-functional teams to optimize vendor relationships and achieve enterprise objectives while manag...
3 weeks ago
$96K - $114K *
Champion the management of software assets, ensuring compliance, optimizing usage, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software investments and reduce costs while mitigating risks...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Drive improvements in CAD/PLM processes by managing cross-departmental change control, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency through data analysis and project management...
3 days ago
$140K - $155K *
Champion innovative product solutions by leading cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven technologies that enhance operational efficiency and align with business goals. Drive product execution usi...
Yesterday
$80K - $95K *
Drive quality excellence by overseeing installation audits, facilitating communication between teams, and implementing corrective actions. This role requires frequent travel to ensure compliance with...
6 days ago
$116K - $160K *
Drive innovation by leading a diverse IT team to enhance technical support for operations, ensuring seamless integration of advanced technologies in a dynamic environment. Foster collaboration and con...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of product development by leading customer discovery, UX design, and product management. Drive intuitive solutions for engineers in hardware and manufacturing, ensuring impactful outc...
Yesterday
Project Manager - Continuous Improvement
$90K - $110K *
Champion project delivery excellence by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely and budget-compliant project outcomes while enhancing operational efficiency through proven project management m...
4 weeks ago
$100K - $145K *
Optimize warehouse operations by ensuring compliance, accuracy, and timely material delivery. Lead a team to enhance inventory management and support scalable processes for clinical and commercial man...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Support the National Guard Bureau's Domestic Operations by maintaining an accurate common operating picture, enabling timely decision-making for leadership during critical missions and events across t...
Today
Sr Project Manager Installation
$100K - $120K *
Elevate project success by leading systems integration initiatives, managing all phases from planning to closure. Collaborate with stakeholders, ensure quality standards, and drive efficiency across m...
1 week ago
Program Manager - Underground Network Monitoring
$95K - $115K *
Champion the management of a vital underground utility network program. Lead multiple workstreams, coordinating schedules, data analysis, and stakeholder communications to ensure program success and d...
Reposted 1 week ago
Services TC&IS Software Manager
$110K - $130K *
Innovate and lead a dynamic team in delivering high-performance TC&IS software solutions. Drive engineering excellence, manage resources, and ensure compliance with industry standards while fostering...
Reposted 2 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform digital growth strategies by overseeing website, SEO, and campaigns. Drive content distribution, partner marketing, and harness AI for analytics, ensuring effective buyer engagement and meas...
Reposted 1 week ago
$108K - $130K *
Manage a large contract team delivering combat system simulation support, ensuring project success across multiple sites and geographies. Oversee performance metrics, CDRL deliveries, and lifecycle ma...
4 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Drive procurement programs and initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage supplier activities and project performance from concept to produc...
6 days ago
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.