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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$130K - $190K *

Create innovative power system solutions by leading product strategy and development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and operational excellence in the CYME software market...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $140K *

Deliver reliable, scalable cloud infrastructure while automating CI/CD processes for healthcare applications. Collaborate with development teams to enhance deployment pipelines and strengthen system s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving platform modernization while enhancing legacy products. Lead product strategy and execution for a global platform in the salvage industry, ensuring seamless integration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $150K *

Join a team that's leading high-impact educational programs, overseeing operations, and ensuring quality delivery across diverse learning environments, while fostering team growth and student success...

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Today

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing and managing the Test Experience product roadmap, ensuring quality outcomes that address customer compliance needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product feat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $220K *

Accelerate AI innovation by developing cutting-edge investigative tools that enhance law enforcement's ability to extract insights from complex data and improve case resolution efficiency for a high-i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $358K *

Lead the charge in global sales execution and operational effectiveness across diverse regions. Drive high-performance initiatives to ensure alignment with the GTM strategy, optimizing team productivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the scalability and security of our cloud infrastructure while optimizing deployment processes to ensure high-quality software delivery. Collaborate with global teams to enhance system performan...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $183K *

Join a team that's redefining e-commerce through innovative backend solutions. As a Senior Backend Engineer, you'll lead architecture and systems design to enhance customer experiences and drive the t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the architectural landscape of large-scale, mission-critical data centers by leading multi-disciplinary teams through all design phases. Ensure projects meet high standards of quality, effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Drive the strategy for zero trust security by developing policies, automating tooling, and managing compliance within the enterprise landscape while ensuring the integrity of sensitive data through ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $237K *

Drive the future of insurance tech by architecting scalable systems that innovate underwriting and administration, leveraging AI for evolution in a greenfield environment with focus on complex policy...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $190K *

Explore a pivotal leadership role guiding AI integration across products, defining architectural standards, and influencing engineering teams while mentoring future talent to innovate at scale and enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion the future of enterprise revenue strategy by leading a global sales team. Drive robust growth in SaaS deals, enhance pipeline performance, and cultivate a high-performing, data-driven culture...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $173K *

Empower enterprise clients by leveraging your pre-sales expertise to drive transformative solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders and deliver impactful product demonstrations, ensuring alignment betw...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by shaping innovative workflows and AI-driven experiences. Join a dynamic team where ownership, speed, and user-focused product development are paramount. Contribute across the...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape innovative testing solutions by collaborating with engineers to enhance the production and troubleshooting of RF hardware essential for aerospace applications. Drive efficiency through developme...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $185K *

Innovate as a full-stack engineer, owning product features from design to production. Collaborate across teams to build reliable software that empowers users facing barriers to opportunity. Mid to sen...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Elevate product leadership by shaping innovative platform capabilities that drive business growth, enhance collaboration with diverse teams, and ensure high-impact, scalable solutions...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead impactful programs, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering secure software solutions. Leverage your expertise in fast-paced engineering environments to turn stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $165K *

Transform the observability landscape by owning the end-to-end roadmap for telemetry, visualization, and alerting in large-scale cloud environments, driving significant impact across cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $300K *

Shape the future of blockchain by optimizing consensus mechanisms to enhance efficiency and reliability in the Solana network. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, performant syst...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $153K *

Empower your career by overseeing partner-led SaaS implementations, ensuring project governance and customer health throughout the delivery lifecycle while collaborating across teams to elevate servic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $253K *

Engineer cutting-edge virtual emulation solutions for advanced SoC verification. Collaborate with customers and R&D to deliver industry-leading verification IP products, ensuring successful deployment...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge digital applications leveraging AI, optimizing performance across major cloud platforms while driving excellence in software engineering practices and collab...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.