Welcome to Software Development Manager Positions

Achieve career growth as a Software Development Manager. At Ladders, we specialize in connecting top-tier professionals with high paying job opportunities.

What is a Software Development Manager?

Software Development Managers oversee the planning, development, and maintenance of software applications. They manage a team of developers and work closely with various departments to achieve business objectives.

Opportunities for Software Development Managers at Ladders

Ladders hosts a selection of the highest earning Software Development and Technology Managerial positions. Discover an array of exciting roles and take your software development career to the next level.

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$155K - $215K *

Transform customer experiences by leading a high-impact engineering team focused on product-led growth. Drive innovation and engagement across a comprehensive travel marketplace while enhancing effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join as a leader to manage and inspire software engineering teams, drive innovations, and enhance productivity while shaping engineering culture and best practices in a collaborative and fast-paced en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $209K *

Develop and optimize software systems by leading a talented team of engineers, managing projects, and fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence to achieve company objectives and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building innovative applications with a talented team, driving critical initiatives and enhancing collaboration to advance our software engineering capabilities and achieve business...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming software engineering by leading product-focused teams to deliver impactful solutions, fostering innovation and collaboration across development technologies to meet evo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Drive innovative software solutions as you architect, build, and mentor in a dynamic environment, ensuring high throughput for enterprise-level services. Own platform stability and elevate engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in designing scalable microservices and innovative solutions, enhancing user experience and driving business impact in a fast-paced technology environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead a team of engineers to develop and enhance scalable platform capabilities across data ventures. Foster collaboration, manage projects, and drive innovation while ensuring technical excellence and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead and shape the engineering team while actively coding and driving delivery of scalable solutions. Oversee development processes and integrate AI to enhance product innovation in a dynamic, fast-pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $330K *

Lead a talented team of frontend engineers to innovate and enhance AI-driven user experiences across web and mobile platforms. Shape the evolution of agentic AI through collaboration and cross-team sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in advancing engineering excellence and AI integration within software development teams. Drive delivery of a high-performing SaaS platform by managing multiple PODs, ensuring scalabil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $184K *

Innovate and lead a team of developers in creating robust software solutions for mission-critical applications. Drive agile methodologies, ensuring operational stability while modernizing systems and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of mission-critical applications by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on system reliability and operational excellence. Drive modern practices within AWS environments for sca...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $320K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage and mentor engineering leaders, drive technical strategy, and scale organizational efforts to enhance performance and innovation in a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving software innovation with a focus on Python and Generative AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable solutions while mentoring fellow engineers and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Optimize project execution by leading a skilled engineering team to deliver innovative software solutions while managing costs and schedules to meet customer satisfaction and organizational goals...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $193K *

Lead the planning and coordination of software releases in a dynamic environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely, high-quality delivery while managing risks and enhancing deployment p...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the development of essential data infrastructure, ensuring reliability, security, and scalability. Lead and manage a team through the software development lifecycle, driving technical excelle...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform engineering teams to excel in building scalable financial systems. Lead with a hands-on approach in architecture and coding while mentoring talent and enhancing project execution to deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by developing innovative solutions that enhance clinical documentation and improve patient care, collaborating with a diverse team to tackle complex challenge...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of security software by leading multiple products and teams, ensuring reliable delivery, innovative architecture, and high-quality releases while fostering cross-functional collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovation as you lead a multidisciplinary software team to develop AI-enabled training solutions and immersive tools, enhancing simulation-based learning and integrating intelligent capabilitie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining quality standards in automation-rich environments. You'll architect a new system testing framework, establish critical metrics, and ensure reliability and performance acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving impactful programs by leading project workflows, ensuring compliance with PMO standards, and optimizing team productivity in a dynamic government consulting environment. You...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$114K - $180K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic software solutions with a focus on end-to-end product delivery management, engaging with teams to enhance operational efficiency and achieve business objectives...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Development Manager do?question toggle

    A Software Development Manager oversees a team of software developers, managing project deadlines, allocating resources, and directing the development process to meet business objectives.

  • What qualifications do I need for a Software Development Manager job?question toggle

    Often, you'll need a bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field, as well as several years of software development experience. Some roles may require a master’s degree or significant leadership experience.

  • What is the earning potential for Software Development Manager jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Software Development Manager positions listed on Ladders pay $100,000 per year or more, providing a significant opportunity for financial and professional growth.