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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
More
1
caret down

$310K - $500K+*

Join a team that's redefining enterprise productivity by developing innovative collaboration tools. Harness your product management expertise to drive strategy, lead cross-functional initiatives, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in driving successful customer software implementations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while enhancing customer satisfaction and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $203K *

Innovate structured storage solutions by leading medium-sized projects, designing APIs, and enhancing service capabilities while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure optimal performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Drive product marketing for a global GRC portfolio, focusing on messaging, competitive intel, and go-to-market strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product positioning and su...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $225K *

Drive strategy and management of innovative pre-pay products by collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting market analysis, and implementing customer-focused solutions in the healthcare pay...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $166K *

Drive the development and reliability of a cloud-based platform environment. Collaborate across teams to enhance CI/CD, manage Kubernetes clusters, and ensure secure and scalable operations while ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Shape the future of pre-pay solutions by driving strategy, development, and management of innovative products. Collaborate cross-functionally to align with market needs and enhance customer satisfacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $166K *

Empower the deployment and maintenance of Kubernetes platforms in a secure environment. Collaborate with teams to advocate best practices ensuring the platform is reliable, secure, and scalable while...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering technical excellence in pre-sales support. You will partner with sales to transform customer needs into tailored solutions and demos, ensuring alignment and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $120K *

Deliver innovative software solutions to enhance online publications across platforms, ensuring quality and compliance while optimizing user experience and analytical insights for scholarly content...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver robust cloud security solutions by integrating advanced AWS architectures, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and driving DevSecOps practices in a dynamic, collaborative IT environme...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Champion the modernization of legacy applications by leading a cross-functional scrum team to define product vision, strategy, and delivery for a REST-based appointment platform aligned with veteran a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $230K *

Partner with us to drive product strategy and innovation in mobility, leading a dynamic team across autonomous tech, software, and data analytics, while ensuring customer-first development and excepti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI-driven user experiences, creating intuitive, highly visual interactions that transform complex business capabilities into seamless applications within a mode...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $147K *

Shape the future of engineering solutions by leading technical methodologies, driving product application guidance, and collaborating across teams in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Lead transformative ICAM projects, driving compliance with federal standards and implementing innovative solutions using Microsoft Entra ID. Collaborate with agile teams to enhance security architectu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving the future of public safety technology by leading large-scale implementation projects, defining innovative strategies, and enhancing delivery excellence while building criti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$180K - $205K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end scheduling and lab experience within our core clinical operations platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive AI-powered solutions that enhance efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$173K - $231K *

Unlock innovative solutions by leveraging technical expertise to support sales teams in aligning technology with customer needs during the full sales cycle. Collaborate closely to foster client relati...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise project delivery by leading multifaceted teams and leveraging agile principles. Drive success through effective management of project life cycles, ensuring alignment between clien...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $200K *

Empower innovation by developing backend software for fleet orchestration, managing tasks, state, and routing for robotic systems in dynamic environments, ensuring timely and efficient operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $100K *

Champion quality assurance by owning test planning, strategy design, and release validation. Collaborate with development teams while mentoring junior members in a dynamic environment during Pacific T...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Empower innovation by joining us as you develop advanced AI systems for performance analysis and evaluation. Collaborate across teams to automate critical workflows and enhance the understanding of em...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $110K *

Innovate strategies for market analysis and supplier performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize quoting strategies and ensure customer satisfaction in a dynamic aerospace and def...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead and oversee engineering operations while driving project success through strategic planning, team management, and technical guidance. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve processes and mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.