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 *

Empower the future of product marketing by shaping category narratives, leading innovative launch strategies, and collaborating with teams to establish impactful market messaging for cutting-edge scie...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$103K - $142K *

Engage in product marketing to drive pipeline and revenue through strategic GTM initiatives. Collaborate across teams for effective launches, content creation, and sales enablement while optimizing th...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive your career forward with a dynamic role focused on advanced incident response, threat detection, and cybersecurity. Collaborate in a remote setting to enhance enterprise security and improve ope...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of telecommunications by leading cross-functional teams in developing scalable, production-ready network solutions, ensuring high-quality implementations that meet rigorous operationa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

Engage with our Development & Design team to lead large-scale retail projects, ensuring alignment with our design vision from concept through construction, while collaborating across teams to create e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting AI-driven tools, enhancing developer workflows, and fostering innovation at scale through collaborative problem-solving and mentorship across teams, driving productivit...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Unlock potential by designing and enhancing analysis tools that drive experimentation workflows, ensuring strong reliability and performance across systems while collaborating with various teams to de...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead complex, high-value projects globally, ensuring alignment with strategy and delivering on time and budget. Manage cross-functional collaboration, stakeholder relationships, and establish best-in...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$91K - $163K *

Transform your career by developing innovative AI solutions that solve complex business challenges. Join a dynamic agile team, utilize cutting-edge technologies, and enhance health outcomes for millio...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead the charge in modernizing retirement solutions by architecting scalable platforms, guiding key initiatives, and transforming business objectives into technical success, all while fostering a coll...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's designing and implementing scalable enterprise solutions utilizing Oracle E-Business Suite on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Ensure security compliance and enhance customer experience...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Elevate ad performance by optimizing infrastructure for low latency and high throughput. Drive system efficiency while managing performance metrics, automated benchmarking, and collaboration with cros...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $201K *

Join a dynamic data team to design and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, driving analytics efficiency with IoT data integration for impactful, scalable solutions that enhance...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Empower team performance by driving data-driven people operations and strategic partnerships. Collaborate across departments to enhance the employee experience and organizational effectiveness in a hi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Champion a high-performing team in delivering technical value and customer success. Act as a player-coach, leading crucial accounts and coordinating with cross-functional teams for optimal product ado...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $220K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare with AI innovations. Tackle the challenges of metabolic health by developing advanced AI-driven solutions that enhance individual wellness through personaliz...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $153K *

Drive impactful software solutions in the healthcare domain, enhancing quality reporting systems for thousands of hospitals. Collaborate cross-functionally to streamline processes, ensuring high stand...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $200K *

Pioneer the integration of AI within product strategies, enhance customer workflows, and drive adoption across market segments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create seamless experiences t...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $279K *

Lead and drive high-impact GTM initiatives across cross-functional teams, focusing on scalability and operational excellence to enhance growth and customer outcomes in a fast-paced SaaS environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $284K *

Elevate autonomous driving evaluation by leading a high-performing team that shapes and implements metrics, workflows, and analysis systems to ensure robust, data-driven decisions enhance AV safety an...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI by architecting robust systems that integrate foundational models. Drive innovative solutions in a fast-paced lab, translating business needs into scalable...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$211K - $290K *

Inspire and lead impactful change management initiatives, collaborating across teams and executive leaders to design and execute strategies that drive successful transformation within the organization...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in building a robust control plane for managed streaming services. Lead a talented engineering team to enhance customer interactions, ensure reliability, and foster the next generatio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $160K *

Transform operational excellence in our high-availability SaaS platform by leveraging AWS, driving cloud reliability, and enhancing security while fostering a collaborative, innovative environment for...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive cloud financial excellence by leading governance, optimizing costs, and turning insights into action across a multi-cloud environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency and maximize b...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.