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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$90K - $130K *

Join our dynamic engineering team to architect and develop scalable software solutions that empower users globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Advance progress at the forefront of national security applications by developing, deploying, and supporting mission-critical software solutions in an Agile environment while leveraging modern cloud a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion technical excellence in Solutions Engineering across the Americas, driving revenue and team performance. Shape strategic initiatives and partner with sales leaders to enhance customer engagem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $263K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team focused on maturing and executing enterprise security programs, enhancing proactive controls, and driving cross-functional initiatives to strengthen our organizational s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team of engineers to design and develop mission-critical software solutions for the US Air Force, utilizing modern programming languages in an exciting, collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$208K - $364K *

Lead the charge in driving impactful product initiatives by managing a cross-functional engineering team, collaborating with various stakeholders, and fostering a high-performing work environment focu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $266K *

Grow your career with this leadership role guiding Solutions Engineers while collaborating with sales to enhance customer solutions and drive revenue growth in a dynamic, fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Optimize and develop an internal AI Enablement Platform; lead projects, integrate Microsoft identity systems, and enhance productivity through cutting-edge software tools while collaborating across te...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $165K *

Lead a dynamic cybersecurity team, overseeing risk management, compliance, and operational performance within a remote work environment while fostering innovation and technical excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Advance innovative AI capabilities by leading diverse teams to develop transformative solutions. Collaborate on cutting-edge generative systems, mentor engineers, and optimize workflows, ensuring safe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   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...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $247K *

Drive innovation as you define and execute the strategy for core platform capabilities, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product efficiency and developer experience while managing...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Empower product innovation by leading a key pillar within our B2B SaaS environment. Collaborate across teams to shape strategic decisions that drive customer adoption, revenue, and company growth, mak...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $195K *

Engineer cutting-edge PCIe solutions, enhancing hardware-software integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize performance and reliability in high-speed, data-intensive environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$78K - $156K *

Innovate solutions as a Software Engineer, contributing to a cutting-edge SaaS platform that processes billions of messages daily. Work with a modern tech stack to improve global health outcomes for d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $228K *

Empower your career by leading a high-performing cloud engineering team to deliver innovative, resilient cloud solutions while driving automation and modernization strategies in a collaborative, dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $184K *

Lead and manage a high-performing data engineering team to deliver scalable solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and foster collaboration while driving continuous improvements and mentoring team...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $400K *

Transform the future of data activation by leading engineering initiatives in a no-code environment. Shape product development, enhance team performance, and drive recruitment while tackling innovativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

$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

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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

$270K - $300K *

Drive the future of live-service gaming by leading engineering teams to develop innovative tools and solutions, ensuring top-notch player experiences and robust gameplay. Guide technical vision and em...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $190K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement high-quality frontend solutions in a React/TypeScript stack, ensuring exceptional user experience and system performance for a critical...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.