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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$140K - $190K *

Transform the client experience as a Product Manager, leading product roadmap efforts and enhancing alternatives solutions. Collaborate with teams to drive feedback and implement initiatives that alig...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving innovation and success, overseeing customer product portfolios from quoting to delivery. Lead technical interactions and project management, ensuring alignment with evolving...

Chateauguay, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$92K - $110K *

Elevate your career by managing technical projects from inception to completion. Ensure customer satisfaction through effective coordination and a customer-focused approach in a dynamic startup enviro...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading a tactical buying team to ensure product availability and optimize inventory health across multiple branches, driving efficiency and collaboration with cro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Champion the establishment and oversight of classified information systems security programs, ensuring compliance with government standards and administration of facility security protocols to safegua...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$136K - $187K *

Lead the charge in defining and delivering middleware capabilities that enhance software integration and innovation across teams, ensuring a seamless connection between applications and underlying pla...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the execution of complex diagnostic programs, ensuring on-time delivery by leading cross-functional teams and managing project risks, while thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment that...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $171K *

Join a team that's focused on driving financial optimization and transforming commercial strategies. Lead efforts in budget management, contract performance, and risk mitigation while collaborating ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful change by leading the Project Management Office, overseeing critical technology projects, and collaborating with senior stakeholders to enhance operational efficiency and strategic del...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading the delivery of innovative solutions for retail clients. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, high-quality project execution that drives customer...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $135K *

Lead the planning and execution of residential construction projects, managing budgets and schedules while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure high-quality outcomes for Columbia's housing portf...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Engage in dynamic project management, overseeing multiple initiatives while fostering strategic customer relationships and ensuring timely delivery, quality, and budget adherence across complex techno...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform complex water/wastewater projects by leading execution, managing budgets, and fostering client relationships. Drive operational excellence while mentoring junior staff and ensuring project s...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex water/wastewater projects, managing scope, budget, and client relationships while mentoring junior staff and ensuring operational excellence throughout project exec...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage release and configuration processes for enterprise systems, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Coordinate deployments and maintain documentation to support system integrity and ITIL-aligned pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive project success by leading and managing client-focused initiatives. Utilize your project management expertise to coordinate stakeholders, control budgets, and ensure timely delivery while foster...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Empower the development of cutting-edge user experiences and internal tools for a transformative AI platform, while leading a talented software engineering team in a collaborative, fast-paced environm...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join us to drive user experience and growth for our web app, enhancing customer interactions from onboarding to order tracking. Collaborate with researchers and engineering teams to create a seamless...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in automotive exterior design. Manage project timelines, coordinate supplier activity, and ensure quality delivery of cutting-edge products by collaborating with...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of logistics operations across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery of materials and efficient inventory management. Collaborate with teams to optimize procurement strategies and dr...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and manage complex projects in Oil & Gas metering technologies, ensuring successful execution from planning to closure while adhering to budget and specifications. Drive cr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $154K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role overseeing project execution from inception to completion. Lead multidisciplinary teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project success while adhering to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Engage with our community by creating authentic, impactful content across various formats. Take ownership of content production cycles, leveraging AI to enhance quality and speed, while connecting dee...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $175K *

Empower engineering teams to enhance assessment services through leadership, technical expertise, and responsible AI adoption. Drive team performance and customer outcomes across diverse product areas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$170K - $210K *

Transform data management practices by establishing structured repositories, enforcing compliance, and managing workflows to ensure timely delivery of contractual obligations in a dynamic program envi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.