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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$95K - $115K *

Transform supply chain operations by managing materials and processes, ensuring timely procurement, storage, and distribution. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while collaborating with stakeho...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$91K - $136K *

Support, mentor, and lead teams through large-scale projects while enhancing productivity and ensuring safety and quality standards. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve business objectives in a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$86K - $106K *

Optimize supply chain execution for key programs, ensuring alignment across teams. Lead material strategies, manage supplier performance, and mitigate risks to achieve business objectives while suppor...

Kanata, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Champion the MRO/MOD Program, ensuring compliance with contractual standards and leading cross-functional teams to achieve budget and quality benchmarks, while maintaining customer relationships and f...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of AI integration by leading complex projects, bridging technical teams and leadership. Drive Agile methodologies, manage risks, and ensure timely deliverables in a dynamic environmen...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and manage a critical phase of a large-scale AI integration program, ensuring timely deliverables and alignment with program objectives while facilitating Agile practices and collaborating with c...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engage in impactful project management by leading cross-functional teams to execute multi-domain training initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative enviro...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive project success by leading a cross-functional team in managing multi-domain training and experimentation activities, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and fostering a collaborative en...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving the modernization of space launch ranges, enhancing mission capabilities and supporting the Assured Access to Space initiative through innovative project management and cros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion effective asset management by overseeing Government Furnished Assets and Compliance with MOD standards. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance training capabilities while ensuring accurate...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance IT operational processes across infrastructure and security. Drive continuous improvement in ITSM practices, ensuring alignment with ITIL standards while collaborating w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $125K *

Optimize project delivery as an OSP Project Manager, overseeing outside plant construction from initiation to completion. Ensure effective communication among stakeholders while managing schedules, bu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Engage in leading complex automation projects to optimize control systems in industrial manufacturing. Drive project lifecycles from inception to commissioning, ensuring quality, safety, and efficienc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Transform your career by owning GPS and machine-control operations across two islands. Collaborate with project teams to ensure accurate models and data, driving efficiency and precision in constructi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $160K *

Lead the charge in safeguarding classified information systems and CUI environments. Oversee cybersecurity compliance, manage security policies, and collaborate with teams to mitigate risks and ensure...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering industrial electrical projects, combining project management and customer engagement. Collaborate with teams to ensure safe, efficient execution while building strong cli...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $155K *

Lead the charge in customer implementations and account management, driving successful onboarding while utilizing AI tools. Collaborate with agile teams to analyze data for innovative solutions and fo...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by leading complex healthcare onboarding projects. Manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and customer satisfaction while navigating...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion project success by leading Microsoft D365 implementations and website development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and deliver high-quality results while managing...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock success by leading deployment projects for robotics systems, collaborating across functions to ensure timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Drive project execution from planning to in...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in change management delivery for complex initiatives, partnering with stakeholders to develop strategies that enhance readiness, adoption, and business outcomes while coaching practit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $137K *

Drive project success by managing governance, schedules, and resources across multiple initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure quality deliverables while adapting to evolving priorities...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$145K - $189K *

Join our team to lead multiple projects, ensuring adherence to governance, managing resources, and delivering quality outcomes. Collaborate across departments to drive success and navigate changing pr...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Lead project management initiatives across diverse teams, ensuring adherence to governance, effective resource allocation, and timely delivery of project milestones while fostering collaboration and c...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$106K - $137K *

Lead project management efforts across multiple initiatives, ensuring adherence to governance, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication while driving successful project delivery in a dynamic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.