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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$120K - $150K *

Champion end-to-end architecture and delivery of enterprise integration platforms. Lead full-stack development and mentor engineers while architecting scalable systems on AWS, integrating platforms li...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $115K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the technical delivery of mission-critical communication systems. Your expertise will ensure design, implementation, and acceptance of advanced radio networks, contributi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Develop and expand customer relationships within the Medical, Industrial, and Automotive sectors by identifying new opportunities and leveraging EMS expertise to drive growth in North America and glob...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in redefining go-to-market operations through strategic analytics and AI innovation, driving revenue growth and customer retention while partnering across teams to ensure scalable exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading the evolution of Workday and innovative solutions that enhance talent acquisition and workforce management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Engage in strategic leadership to enhance growth and operational excellence across diverse medium- to large-scale programs while ensuring alignment between design and technical teams...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $138K *

Engage clients by implementing innovative anti-fraud solutions across web and mobile platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure seamless integration, enhance customer experience, and conduct...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Drive successful campaign implementations by coordinating across teams, managing timelines, and ensuring stakeholder alignment. Leverage your project management expertise to optimize outreach and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud systems reliability and scalability, driving continuous improvement in a modern SaaS environment. Lead technical initiatives to optimize Kubernetes, CI/CD processe...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive the evolution of our platform as a Senior Platform Engineer, enhancing reliability, scalability, and security in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives, support cloud systems, and ena...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $135K *

Drive impactful mortgage analysis through collaboration with cross-functional teams. Leverage industry expertise to optimize integrations, enhance product functionality, and document processes for tra...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Champion growth operations by enhancing strategies and systems to elevate customer retention. Collaborate with leadership across the company, employing data-driven decisions and operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $238K *

Unlock potential by managing complex PLM systems, integrating BOMs, and driving engineering change initiatives across cross-functional teams to enhance product lifecycle management and data accuracy f...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise technology strategy and AI-driven transformations, ensuring system reliability, scalability, and alignment with strategic goals through innovative process automa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $278K *

Make your mark at the forefront of digital security, leading initiatives to safeguard AI infrastructure and enhancing product safety through innovative security practices and collaborative engineering...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$214K - $289K *

Unlock your potential by safeguarding our digital ecosystem as you lead innovative security projects alongside a diverse team, enhancing collaboration and trust across our platform for millions of use...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $132K *

Drive the charge in delivering professional civil engineering solutions for public works and utility projects. Oversee design, project management, and compliance, while ensuring safety and operational...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$174K - $253K *

Empower security measures by conducting assessments and reviews, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks, and collaborating on projects that enhance the resilience of systems, safeguarding sens...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $170K *

Lead the charge in deploying and integrating automation systems for data centers, ensuring seamless BMS/EPMS and SCADA execution while maintaining performance standards across multiple sites and proje...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Innovate as a Senior .NET Software Engineer, crafting impactful SaaS solutions. Collaborate within a dynamic remote team to design and enhance multi-tenant applications, driving efficiency and excelle...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $192K *

Champion the modernization and scalability of our High-Performance Computing (HPC) platform, enhancing user experience while working with Linux, Kubernetes, and automation to drive operational maturit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading product management efforts, driving developer tools from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with engineering, sales, and marketing while owning the product lifecycle to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the evolution of a dynamic learning platform while designing scalable, impactful programs that empower every team member to excel. Join us in driving measurable growth through innovative enableme...

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Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of robust financial risk systems to enhance client security and compliance. Collaborate across teams to create seamless experiences and safeguard operations against fra...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$184K - $356K *

Build security strategies for advanced AI infrastructure, ensuring robust protection of large-scale systems and intellectual assets. Collaborate with diverse teams to manage risks and enhance security...

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3 weeks 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.