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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$128K - $166K *

Contribute to transformative design solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive strategic business alignment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, engage customers directly, and ship imp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate your career by contributing to software product development across multiple platforms. Engage in coding, testing, and enhancing applications as you solve complex problems with minimal supervi...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Create a transformative People Partnerships framework while leading and developing a dedicated team. Drive organizational effectiveness and elevate leadership capabilities to achieve business success...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $198K *

Drive innovative healthcare solutions by shaping product strategies, enhancing customer value, and leading cross-functional teams to capitalize on market opportunities in medical services. Influence t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $198K *

Drive innovative service solution strategies in healthcare by managing product offerings, enhancing market value, and collaborating across teams to achieve revenue goals and customer satisfaction. Tra...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Lead engineering excellence by coordinating PV and BESS projects, ensuring timely, budget-compliant designs across multiple teams and stakeholders while driving project success through collaboration a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$219K - $407K *

Shape the future of technical partnerships by leading a high-performing engineering team that fosters collaborative success across channels, drives strategic alignment, and ensures exceptional service...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $142K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing network infrastructure while collaborating across departments. You'll manage and support networks, troubleshoot issues, and ensure secure connectivity in a f...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Empower growth by supporting new verticals, making strategic architectural choices, and collaborating closely with operations to innovate and launch impactful products in the health sector rapidly...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Elevate the professional onboarding journey and enhance user experience by directing a complex marketplace product. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement AI-driven workflows and modular solution...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $175K *

Transform enterprise sales strategies by engaging civil engineering firms, driving significant revenue growth across the US Central and Midwest markets. Utilize a deep understanding of AEC workflows t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$193K - $309K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable systems, collaborating across teams to enhance user experiences in complex catering and event workflows, while mentoring engineers and promoting best practice...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $110K *

Grow your career by leading impactful Microsoft Dynamics projects. You'll manage timelines, deliverables, and team collaboration while maintaining communication with stakeholders. Shape successful imp...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$248K - $341K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative security and technology programs while managing a dynamic team of Technical Program Managers. Drive strategic collaboration across functions to execute complex in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower Fortune 500 clients by driving post-sale success, enhancing value, and ensuring long-term relationships. Act as a strategic advisor while collaborating across functions to optimize outcomes an...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Advance your career by providing technical leadership in GIS tasks, integrating solutions, and supporting project managers. Lead initiatives and manage client relationships while mentoring the next ge...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $260K *

Innovate solutions that enhance customer service and drive operational efficiency while collaborating cross-functionally to meet strategic goals and improve service delivery...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $180K *

Elevate your career by building and delivering innovative full-stack solutions while collaborating with a dynamic, remote-first team focused on impactful AI-driven projects and reliable software archi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $285K *

Lead high-impact product initiatives, driving strategy and execution across cross-functional teams. Collaborate to shape AI and data-focused products, delivering measurable customer value while mainta...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the landscape of national security by leading growth strategies, managing full-lifecycle opportunities, and fostering strategic partnerships, all to modernize critical IT ecosystems for esse...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by designing and maintaining scalable backend services while collaborating cross-functionally. Enjoy a meaningful role in building reliable systems that enhance customer experie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Champion the technical orchestration of client programs, driving transformational success by managing complex migrations and stakeholder relationships. Engage dynamically while ensuring client needs a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Develop and enhance browser extension features that secure user experiences. Collaborate with product teams and implement best coding practices to optimize performance and usability, all while maintai...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$288K - $384K *

Transform the future of optimization and machine learning by leading a global team to develop advanced advertising technologies, driving innovation, and delivering measurable business impact through s...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance cloud platform reliability by owning AWS systems, enhancing deployment pipelines, and supporting edge infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to build observability tools and promote automation...

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1 week 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.