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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$115K - $130K *

Manage complex IT projects by overseeing design, implementation, and testing phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and compliance while driving successful project outcomes...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K *

Champion student success by leading financial aid services that promote equitable access and retention. Collaborate across departments to enhance enrollment and support diverse student populations in...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of commercial mechanical construction projects, managing all phases from planning to closeout. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and quality sta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead and manage a dynamic team overseeing 40+ SaaS applications, optimizing vendor relationships and licenses, and driving strategic buy-vs-build decisions to enhance operational excellence and maximi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $100K *

Pioneer innovative solutions by managing and optimizing enterprise Microsoft systems, ensuring stability across cloud and on-premise environments while supporting modernization initiatives to enhance...

4 weeks ago

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

$108K - $130K *

Lead multidisciplinary infrastructure programs, ensuring technical and regulatory success while managing risks and resources. Drive efficiencies and team alignment through strategic planning and effec...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $225K *

Lead the delivery of carborne train control and systems programs for major transit agencies, managing technical oversight, contractor coordination, and testing from design to revenue service, while en...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $139K *

Empower innovation by developing and managing NPI/TIQ program roadmaps. Drive execution of phase-gate deliverables, ensuring readiness for high-volume manufacturing while optimizing processes and stan...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$83K *

Drive supply chain efficiency and compliance in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Oversee logistics operations, develop strategies, manage vendor relations, and lead a talented team to optimize costs and...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$91K - $187K *

Champion inventory control excellence at our data centers by managing material deployment, logistics coordination, and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readine...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $166K *

Oversee inventory control for data center build projects, managing logistics, material deployment, and compliance. Collaborate with teams and vendors to ensure operational readiness while mitigating r...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Optimize customer onboarding by managing end-to-end implementations, translating solution designs into actionable configurations, and ensuring seamless project execution while fostering strong client...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Strategize and lead procurement initiatives for indirect categories, ensuring optimal sourcing and supplier management. Work cross-functionally to meet company needs while maintaining cost efficiency...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's enhancing aviation safety by ensuring the reliability and security of critical network infrastructure. Contribute to mission-critical systems that support air traffic operations and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Partner with us to manage tooling programs from kickoff to completion, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and project profitability while fostering strong communication with customers and in...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Innovate within a dynamic team to automate and streamline Windows deployment, utilizing your expertise in scripting and system integration to enhance operational efficiency for a federal client...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Unlock the potential of GxP projects by leading initiatives in Quality and Regulatory technology within Life Sciences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and successful deliv...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$89K - $117K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional commercial projects, ensuring alignment with business goals and driving product initiatives from inception to completion while managing timelines and budge...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative SCADA solutions for large-scale renewable energy projects. Collaborate globally to engineer, configure, and commission systems, ensuring seamless integration and client support in a d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $210K *

Elevate satellite program management by leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution from contract award to on-orbit operations, focusing on technical performance, schedule adherence...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $334K *

Lead the charge in redefining next-gen security by guiding a skilled team in advancing Agent Identity Security, driving innovation, and shaping industry standards within a collaborative engineering en...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance automation projects in a regulated medical device environment, ensuring timely delivery and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and quality...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $118K *

Optimize project management controls and processes to enhance OSP operations, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives. Collaborate with teams to improve efficiency, reporting, and communication f...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing procurement strategies for major projects, coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and quality. Manage supplier relationships and drive continuous i...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$74K - $123K *

Manage complex global programs, ensuring alignment across teams from NPI to production. Drive execution excellence, anticipate risks, and maintain clear communication throughout the lifecycle, adaptin...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.