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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$100K - $120K *

Champion project success by managing schedules, costs, and documentation. Collaborate with teams to ensure financial targets are met and optimize resources for large-scale projects. Drive efficiency a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in supporting modular data center projects, driving procurement, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance. This role offers strong leadership potential and the opportun...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $225K *

Transform patient experiences by leading product strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineers and designers to create intuitive solutions that enhance user engagement and drive measurable outcom...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Empower our sales teams by leading and coaching SDRs across multiple hubs. Drive outbound performance, standardize processes, and ensure consistent execution to achieve sales targets and foster collab...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward by leading federal proposal efforts from start to finish. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create compelling, compliant proposals for defense and civilian sectors...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion new marketplace programs from pilot to growth, collaborating cross-functionally to drive seller success and optimize launch processes using AI for efficiency and scalability...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $140K *

Drive impactful seller launches by transforming opportunities into scalable marketplace programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance brand success and automate processes, ensuring rapid growth...

6 days ago

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

$77K - $101K *

Transform web experiences by owning and optimizing high-traffic properties, collaborating across marketing and development to enhance user engagement and drive performance through innovative tools and...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $145K *

Execute comprehensive ODM/OEM sourcing strategies to drive cost-effective and scalable data center hardware solutions while managing global partnerships and leading negotiations from concept through m...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Deliver comprehensive sourcing management for ODM/OEM relationships, ensuring cost efficiency, capacity alignment, and timely production of data center hardware. Collaborate cross-functionally to driv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage contractor staff and oversee project execution, ensuring quality and adherence to ISO 9001 standards. Collaborate with teams to identify risks and drive continuous improvement for efficient ser...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing and driving proposals in response to government solicitations, collaborating with teams to ensure quality and compliance, while thriving in a fast-paced environment foc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive strategic program management for enterprise accounts, overseeing complex initiatives and fostering client relationships. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance processes, ensure client satisf...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $155K *

Lead and optimize IT operations, ensuring robust infrastructure and user support. Manage projects, budgets, and vendor relationships while enforcing security policies and compliance. Drive innovation...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by managing complex programs from concept to completion. Drive customer satisfaction and lead multi-disciplinary teams while navigating challenges i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading acquisition strategies and program management efforts, ensuring effective development and deployment of critical systems while collaborating with senior leadership to me...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic program management and acquisition services, ensuring effective development, production, and deployment of defense systems while meeting cost, schedule, and performance objectives in...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM initiatives and enhancing digital design processes for federal projects. Collaborate with teams to implement innovative technologies and ensure effective project delive...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by driving procurement strategies and supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain efficiency and support product launches, ensuring susta...

Baie-d'urfe, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $165K *

Empower teams by overseeing digital communications programs, ensuring alignment with federal priorities. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance delivery, manage operations, and drive successful outc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Oversee security operations and build a culture of safety and hospitality, ensuring the safety of staff, visitors, and art at a vibrant public venue. Lead a hybrid security team, manage vendor relatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$115K - $138K *

Optimize contract oversight and asset management for P3 infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance and performance across diverse facilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to implement best practice...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

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

$94K - $266K *

Drive growth by engaging clients and managing the full sales cycle for software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to close complex deals and deliver tailored presentations that meet c...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $266K *

Transform client engagement by driving software sales growth through consultative strategies, managing the full sales cycle, and collaborating across teams to deliver tailored solutions that achieve m...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team to drive software sales growth, engage clients, and manage the full sales cycle. Collaborate across departments to deliver tailored solutions and exceed sales targets while represe...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.