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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$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex IT task orders, ensuring timely implementation of technical solutions while collaborating with government officials and managing project teams effectively...

Fort Belvoir, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the design and delivery of cutting-edge satellite electronics, ensuring projects meet schedule, cost, and quality standards. Collaborate with teams and customers to drive innovation and accountab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive execution of key software initiatives in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment on priorities, manage risks, and support next-gen product milestones while e...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of critical support operations, leading teams in Resource Protection, Physical Security, and Emergency Management to ensure safe and efficient security operations in a mission-driven en...

6 days ago

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

$145K - $194K *

Optimize the Services offer strategy by aligning global goals with local market needs. Drive growth through effective portfolio management, commercial activation, and cross-functional collaboration to...

Milton, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to shape and drive Services offer strategy, aligning global ambitions with local market growth. Play a key role in enhancing customer adoption and monetization through innovative s...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $145K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing innovative automation solutions that enhance operational efficiency and productivity for logistics clients, ensuring seamless integration and alignment be...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of service order management within government contracts. Oversee a team while ensuring operational excellence, compliance, and exceptional service delivery, driving accountability and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Empower a high-performing team in managing service orders for government contracts. Oversee operations, ensure compliance, and enhance efficiency while providing exceptional support and collaborating...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading and developing a high-performing SDR team. Drive pipeline growth through innovative coaching, AI-driven workflows, and strategic playbook design, while ensuring alignment w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join us to build and lead a high-performing SDR team, driving pipeline growth through innovative coaching and AI-driven processes. Shape the future of sales development in a fast-paced, high-growth en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in building a high-performing SDR team from the ground up, driving pipeline creation and coaching talent. You'll design playbooks and AI workflows, ensuring efficient processes while leveraging...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of building automation across 55+ facilities. Lead strategy, optimize HVAC controls, and develop a skilled team to enhance operational efficiency and energy perfo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Drive the development of supply planning strategies for clinical studies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage project deliverables and enhance op...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive project management excellence by overseeing ancillary supply strategies, ensuring timely delivery and compliance for clinical studies while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet proj...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Help us optimize supplier contracts by collaborating internally and externally to manage costs, risks, and compliance. Contribute to continuous improvement in procurement processes while driving strat...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$104K - $162K *

Join the Emissions Compliance team to lead program management of production compliance activities, ensuring our products meet critical emissions and diagnostics requirements while collaborating across...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead the strategy and optimization of Building Automation Systems across 55+ facilities, managing a team of engineers to enhance operational efficiency and implement cutting-edge technologies for impr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of building automation by leading BAS strategy across 55+ facilities. Develop a skilled team, optimize HVAC controls, and drive innovation to enhance operational efficiency and wor...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Innovate building automation strategies across 55+ facilities. Lead a team of engineers to enhance HVAC systems, establish standards, and evaluate new technologies for improved efficiency and comfort...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by leading Building Automation Systems strategy across 55+ facilities. Develop a skilled team, optimize HVAC controls, and drive innovation in energy efficiency and system reliabil...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$92K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in automotive manufacturing by coordinating launch activities for new projects and plants. Your expertise will ensure seamless integration of processes and equipm...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $225K *

Empower delivery excellence by leading complex Microsoft programs and initiatives. Drive client satisfaction and financial performance while mentoring teams and fostering strong relationships with sta...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $225K *

Champion delivery excellence by leading complex Microsoft programs and initiatives. Collaborate with VP- and Director-level stakeholders to drive impactful solutions across Dynamics 365, Azure, and AI...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$112K - $225K *

Champion delivery excellence by leading complex Microsoft programs and initiatives. Drive multi-workstream projects, ensuring client satisfaction and financial performance while mentoring teams and fo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.