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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$153K - $211K *

Drive collaboration with senior engineers to define systems requirements and strategies, engaging with clients and internal teams to articulate design possibilities and technological direction while e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in defining and owning the storage strategy for GPU infrastructure. Shape the roadmap and collaborate across teams to create a cohesive product that integrates advanced storage solutio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower the future of retail technology by architecting scalable solutions for partner integrations. Drive innovative systems that enhance operational workflows and mentor a collaborative engineering...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $170K *

Elevate the mobile experience by designing, developing, and releasing robust iOS applications. Lead technical architecture and implementation, and cultivate team knowledge through collaboration and be...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to architecting robust AI infrastructure for production systems. Leverage your expertise in distributed systems and performance engineering to solve complex problems and e...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Advance backend solutions by building and scaling a robust Laravel platform for a fast-paced gaming startup, enhancing services that impact millions of users...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $138K *

Optimize Virtual Desktop Infrastructure solutions supporting DoD missions by engineering and managing VDI platforms, ensuring compliance and performance. Take the lead on innovative modernization effo...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $230K *

Advance our revenue growth by leading a high-performing BDR team in AI-driven sales development, optimizing pipeline strategies, and fostering talent development for maximum impact...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions as a technical leader, driving architecture and engineering excellence. Collaborate on enterprise-scale platforms, optimizing performance and scalability while men...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Support our mission by architecting innovative, enterprise-scale marketplace platforms, leveraging backend Java systems and guiding front-end development, ensuring seamless transactions and user exper...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Design and optimize robust backend platforms for real-time data processing, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and Spark to solve complex engineering challenges and drive scalable, efficient system...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Develop scalable services driving Last Mile Delivery solutions impacting millions. Lead cross-functional teams in creating innovative software, ensuring performance excellence and agile practices whil...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$244K - $409K *

Shape the future of technical sales leadership by guiding a team of managers in delivering exceptional solutions architecture. Elevate performance through strategic initiatives across a rapidly evolvi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion your leadership skills by guiding a team of full-stack engineers to develop enterprise-grade web applications, enhance code quality, and foster a collaborative environment for continuous tech...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $175K *

Take ownership of the design and interaction quality across diverse products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create high-fidelity prototypes, while leveraging AI tools to enhance output an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $225K *

Transform the future of our Camp Admin Experience by leading engineering teams through a complex architectural shift, reimagining core features to enhance customer experience and drive modernization i...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $177K *

Innovate cutting-edge LLM-driven systems to transform data interaction, enhance productivity, and lead AI initiatives in a collaborative, hands-on environment within a fast-paced, data-focused team...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable backend storage solutions on AWS. Your expertise will enhance system performance, data integrity, and reliability, impacting mission-critical applic...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform data processes with your expertise in cloud data pipelines, bridging OT/IT systems, and driving efficiency in manufacturing environments. Leverage your advanced SQL and Python skills to enha...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $161K *

Innovate cloud services for connected hardware as you enhance telemetry, state management, and integrations. Collaborate across teams and deepen your AI-native engineering skills to deliver reliable...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $320K *

Optimize developer productivity by owning the monorepo and enhancing the build/test/deploy systems for a fast-growing team. Collaborate for operational excellence across a multi-cloud infrastructure...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $227K *

Empower a high-performing team in driving integrations and automation across IT Systems. Lead strategic initiatives, set technical standards, and collaborate organization-wide to enhance operational e...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $242K *

Lead the enhancement of backend systems for an innovative shopping experience. Drive collaborative product development while leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create a smooth user journey tailor...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $286K *

Architect innovative solutions in Conversational AI. Lead cross-functional teams to design and enhance mobile applications, mentoring others while driving continuous improvements and fostering groundb...

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $286K *

Execute backend engineering solutions for IoT Access Points, focusing on cloud-native architecture and data processing technologies to enhance infrastructure and operational efficiency across various...

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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.