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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$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate software solutions by leading the development of high-quality, scalable systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance functionality and performance, while mentoring junior engineers and managin...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $205K *

Engineer innovative AI solutions that enhance HR efficiency and employee experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful automation projects throughout the employee lifecyc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$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

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $260K *

Join our innovative team to develop impactful software solutions, bridging product design and engineering. You'll enhance user experiences while leveraging emerging AI technologies to deliver high-qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Join a team that’s shaping AI integration for enterprise applications. Collaborate with engineers, product managers, and designers to build scalable solutions and enhance workforce productivity while...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$213K - $284K *

Lead the vision and technical strategy for Stitch Fix's core data and AI platforms, driving innovation in personalization, intelligent automation, and enterprise solutions through advanced data integr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $303K *

Grow your career with our dynamic team leading innovative APIs and tooling for optimizing ad performance. Shape technical strategies and drive execution while developing talent in a collaborative envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $300K *

Drive platform evolution by leading large-scale architectural initiatives across teams. Ensure cohesive changes and enhance developer experiences while executing cloud migrations and integrations effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in evolving our technology ecosystem by architecting high-velocity delivery models and integrating AI-driven solutions to enhance operational efficiency and decision-making across the...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $191K *

Elevate the onboarding experience for merchants and partners by driving product strategy and managing a team, while collaborating cross-functionally to meet growth objectives and exceed customer expec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $179K *

Champion transformative planning and lead a dynamic team to innovate laboratory solutions while driving excellence and collaboration in the design practice...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Drive impactful environmental engineering projects by managing scope, schedule, and resources to deliver results on time and within budget. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure safety and qual...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$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

$120K - $140K *

Lead the charge in shaping and enhancing internal developer platforms, driving innovation across AWS, GitHub Enterprise, Terraform Cloud, and JFrog Artifactory with a focus on security, compliance, an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Champion client-focused solutions by leading technical discovery and sales strategies, engaging diverse stakeholders to drive software implementation and value-based outcomes throughout the sales cycl...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.