Welcome to Vice President, Software Engineering Jobs

Working in software engineering management at a senior level is challenging and rewarding. As Vice President of Software Engineering, you'll be managing teams, overseeing projects, and setting the technical direction for major initiatives. Here at Ladders, our mission is to connect you with the best high-paying jobs in this exciting field.

What to Expect as a Vice President of Software Engineering

In your role, you can expect to work closely with C-suite executives to guide the company's technical strategy. This includes overseeing the planning, design, and implementation of software projects. Your strong leadership skills will ensure that your teams deliver on time and within budget. Our listings include jobs in startups, nonprofits, and multinational corporations, so there's something for everyone.

Requirements for VP of Software Engineering Jobs

Typically, candidates for Vice President of Software Engineering jobs have a degree in Computer Science or a related field, as well as substantial experience in the software development industry. Management experience at a high level is often required, and potential employers also look for individuals with a record of delivering successful projects on an enterprise scale.

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$171K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable software solutions impacting major merchants. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovation while mentoring fellow engineers and enhancing fulfil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $365K *

Champion transformative AI-native developer productivity programs across teams. Drive strategy execution while building trust and alignment in engineering, enhancing workflows, and ensuring sustainabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion innovative distributed systems that enhance research and trading workflows. Drive core services, cloud platforms, and orchestration, enabling robust and scalable solutions across diverse envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Pioneer the enhancement of cloud-based systems as a Senior DevOps Engineer. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, optimize performance, and drive automation across infrastructure workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape innovative AI products by owning their full lifecycle, driving customer-centric solutions, and leading a high-performing team. Drive vision from prototyping to launch, ensuring impactful insight...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$202K - $274K *

Empower the evolution of Identity systems by re-architecting for multi-product success. Collaborate with engineering teams to tackle design challenges and deliver scalable solutions that enhance user...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing customer outcomes through expert technical advisory, leveraging the ServiceNow platform for successful digital transformations backed by proven methodologies and ext...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $253K *

Empower teams by owning the architecture of a self-hosted platform, ensuring high availability and scalability while mentoring engineers and influencing the product roadmap across diverse environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $230K *

Champion multi-platform technical program execution to ensure seamless feature rollouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage dependencies and drive projects from conception to launch, en...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $356K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster operations in a dynamic environment by leveraging automation and enhancing reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $200K *

Explore the design and execution of transformative GTM systems. Partner with Sales and Engineering to create scalable solutions that integrate industry-leading platforms and elevate operational effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at ensuring software quality by leading test automation for cloud services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the reliability, usability, and stability of user-fac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$500K+*

Elevate your career by leading the SRE team to set reliability standards and optimize infrastructure across a rapidly changing environment, leveraging AI for enhanced operation efficiencies and cross...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $157K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role that bridges product vision and engineering execution, translating strategic intents into clear user stories for global scrum teams and ensuring alignment in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $278K *

Lead the charge in delivering secure and reliable authentication solutions by managing team dynamics, driving project alignment, and promoting a positive work environment focused on technical excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $210K *

Innovate mission-critical AI solutions as a technical authority, driving enterprise architecture, modernization, and compliance for federal systems while leading cross-functional teams and engaging ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $347K *

Drive innovation in Intel's compiler technology, shaping AI and HPC advancements. Lead multiple teams in developing next-gen compiler capabilities while influencing cross-organizational strategies and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $129K *

Join a team that enhances our platform by developing features for code deployment, integrating with VCS providers, and ensuring performance excellence, all while using modern technologies in a collabo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud technology by designing secure, compliant platforms on AWS with a focus on developer experience and regulatory standards. Your expertise will drive innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $238K *

Shape the future of Finance operations by leading technical program initiatives that drive AI-enablement and enhance collaboration across Finance teams. Serve as a key liaison, translating business ne...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Empower your engineering career by leading a dynamic team in building a transformative cloud data platform that delivers actionable insights through cutting-edge data technologies. Enjoy a collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software engineering by architecting innovative AI-driven solutions to enhance benefits access, streamline development processes, and ensure system integrity i...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $160K *

Contribute to large-scale, high-visibility customer engagements by leading complex implementations. Oversee project governance and ensure on-time delivery while coordinating cross-functionally with va...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate core infrastructure and systems for agent-native applications, ensuring high availability and performance while enabling a culture of developer efficiency and confidence in delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform AI engineering by leading architectural strategies and implementation. Collaborate across teams to develop scalable ML platforms and ensure AI system reliability while mentoring future leade...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President, Software Engineering do?question toggle

    A Vice President, Software Engineering oversees the software development teams and contributes to the strategic decisions about the company’s technical direction. They plan, coordinate, and supervise all activities related to the design, development, and implementation of the organization's software applications.

  • What kind of companies hire for Vice President, Software Engineering roles?question toggle

    Startups, technology companies, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, e-commerce companies, and virtually any business with a large-scale software development need hire for this role.

  • What qualifications are required for a VP of Software Engineering job?question toggle

    Typically a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering or a related field is required, along with extensive experience in software development and management. Strong leadership skills, excellent project management abilities and communication skills are also key.

  • Where can I find the best VP, Software Engineering jobs that pay over $100K?question toggle

    Ladders is the best place to find high-paying VP, Software Engineering positions. We vet all job listings to ensure they are high-quality and high-paying.