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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$85K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by overseeing operations systems, optimizing WMS, TMS, and PKGS. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, provide user training, and ensure seamless integration across platf...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $150K *

Optimize warehouse operations by managing WMS, TMS, and PKGS systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure system efficiency, provide user training, and analyze data to enhance inventory management and lo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $150K *

Optimize operations by managing WMS, TMS, and PKGS systems to enhance efficiency, support user training, and ensure seamless integration across platforms while driving data analysis for improved inven...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $150K *

Unlock potential by managing and optimizing warehouse management systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure system efficiency, provide user training, and analyze data to enhance operations in a fast-pa...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$116K - $182K *

Champion end-to-end M&A supply chain programs, driving integration and performance across global teams. Collaborate with senior stakeholders to ensure timely execution and value realization, shaping t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage all aspects of contract management, ensuring project alignment with organizational goals. Oversee staff, quality control, and risk management while coordinating with federal and contractor team...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $170K *

Drive innovative YouTube strategies and content creation to enhance brand growth, engage audiences, and lead a creative team in establishing a compelling educational presence on digital platforms...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$112K - $135K *

Transform the airline industry by leading a critical, high-visibility program that orchestrates multiple technology workstreams. Drive accessibility initiatives and engage effectively with stakeholder...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion the financial integrity of international entities by supervising accurate reporting, enhancing internal controls, and leading a team in a fast-paced, hybrid environment to achieve compliance...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational efficiency and program management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, ensuring alignment and execution on high-impact engineering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Unlock your potential as a Customer Program Manager, driving strategic objectives and ensuring on-time delivery of high-quality products while fostering strong customer and supplier relationships in a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee customer program operations, ensuring strategic objectives are met through effective leadership, process improvements, and strong relationships with customers and su...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$83K - $124K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in Navy program management. Lead crucial technology initiatives, overseeing program planning and execution, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and deliverin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $168K *

Drive successful program execution by managing client relationships, overseeing service contracts, and ensuring customer satisfaction through effective project management and technical solutions deplo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$49K - $290K *

Drive program success by overseeing operations, managing resources, and ensuring compliance in a dynamic 24x7 environment. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and deliver results whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$49K - $290K *

Shape the future of program management by overseeing a critical 24x7 operational environment. Lead a dedicated team, ensuring effective resource allocation, compliance, and performance while driving p...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Champion digital integration projects, driving transformation in rail systems. Lead cross-functional teams, manage deliverables, and ensure seamless transitions from project to operations, enhancing c...

Saint-bruno, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex proposal responses, ensuring compliance and commercial viability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality submissions on time, while enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product innovation by managing the entire lifecycle, from concept to obsolescence. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop roadmaps and ensure alignment with market needs, driving...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive complex global projects to successful delivery by leveraging strong analytical skills and strategic thinking. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize solutions and ensure alignment w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Elevate project success by managing multiple large-scale initiatives, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while fostering collaboration across departments and maintaining strong customer rel...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$90K - $110K *

Deliver impactful automation projects by managing resources, schedules, and stakeholder communication. Ensure timely execution and adherence to organizational standards while fostering collaboration a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic sourcing and procurement team. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and leverage data analytics to enhance the Source-to-Pay lifecycle while collab...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$113K - $141K *

Drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes and technologies, ensuring high-quality production and cost efficiency. Lead teams, manage projects, and collaborate across departments to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.