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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$216K - $318K *

Lead the charge in data engineering, shaping strategic data architecture and platforms. Drive cross-functional collaboration while nurturing a high-performing team. Ensure scalability, reliability, an...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving cross-functional coordination in rack manufacturing, infrastructure deployment, and operational execution, ensuring timely delivery and site readiness for multiple concurre...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by joining a team that drives innovation and excellence. You'll play a pivotal role in enhancing operational efficiencies while collaborating across departments to achieve strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $200K *

Innovate solutions as a Sr. Product Manager to shape AI capabilities, enhancing R&D productivity. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive AI adoption, from discovery to delivery, and influence strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$145K - $160K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing application software teams, ensuring quality delivery, performance accountability, and regulatory adherence. Foster a collaborative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Innovate product development while collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality, market-driven solutions. Lead product lifecycle from concept to launch, leveraging technical and customer insight...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Deliver operational excellence in Total Rewards while leading a team to enhance compensation and benefits. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to streamline processes, support strategic initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $130K *

Lead and optimize complex customer implementations of enterprise SaaS solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, managing risks and promoting clarity throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to elevate platform operations by designing, building, and maintaining automation and deployment frameworks. Collaborate with teams to optimize CI/CD pipelines and manage complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's defining and executing a hybrid hardware platform strategy, spanning POS systems and peripherals, while ensuring compatibility and seamless performance across diverse devices and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

Engineer high-quality testing processes to ensure success in complex software applications. Collaborate with clients and development teams, creating strategic test plans, executing rigorous testing, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $189K *

Lead diverse high-impact projects by guiding technical direction, ensuring best practices, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders while delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive HR transformation and automation initiatives, enhancing process efficiency and scalability through innovative AI solutions while managing cross-functional projects and stakeholder relationships...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Champion payment solutions by enhancing financial infrastructure accuracy, ensuring timely worker payouts, accurate billing, and effective fraud prevention, while engaging collaboratively with operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $154K *

Lead complex IT projects focused on network infrastructure. Utilize waterfall and agile methodologies to execute project plans efficiently while managing cross-functional teams for successful outcomes...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$112K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving growth in facility-focused software and SaaS solutions. Lead sales strategy, cultivate partner relationships, and ensure customer success while navigating a competitive land...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role overseeing technical aspects of product implementation, ensuring cutting-edge solutions for medical informatics while enhancing customer satisfaction through effec...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Drive the implementation of advanced medical informatics solutions, ensuring technical excellence and customer satisfaction through effective communication, project management, and integration of heal...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at scaling robust infrastructure to support reliable, efficient mortgage services. Join a dynamic team committed to building tools that enhance engineering velocity and platform re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate to lead the development and execution of innovative programs and services, ensuring strategic alignment, robust risk management, and effective communication across teams while promoting da...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Champion strategic initiatives that enhance Work-to-Cash capabilities, driving product direction and delivering impactful outcomes while collaborating across teams and navigating ambiguity within comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $165K *

Champion innovative design solutions as you lead user experience strategy, collaborate across teams, and integrate AI-driven tools. Engage from concept to launch, conducting research to inform and enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Lead talent acquisition efforts for AeroVect by sourcing exceptional candidates and collaborating with operations to fulfill hiring needs in a dynamic environment, fostering a world-class team at majo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining data operations, collaborating on large-scale software engineering projects to build robust, scalable systems and deliver high-quality data for impactful research and pro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead transformative quality engineering initiatives to enhance testing tools and practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize workflows and drive enterprise adoption of innovative s...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.