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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$130K - $150K *

Drive innovation and efficiency as you design and develop impactful software solutions, leveraging cutting-edge technologies while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance user experience and meet...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $316K *

Lead the architecture of scalable backend and cloud platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate business needs into secure, maintainable solutions. Drive innovation through archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Manage and lead complex technical programs across cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality delivery against business objectives while fostering collaboration and mentorship, with a global impact...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Shape the future of high-scale SaaS solutions by leading architectural design, guiding teams, and driving impactful software strategies in a collaborative environment that values innovation and mentor...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $220K *

Transform the engineering landscape by building scalable AWS and Kubernetes infrastructures, writing Terraform modules, and creating seamless CI/CD pipelines. Partner with teams to enhance platform ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $190K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic mobile engineering team. Drive platform modernization and AI integration while fostering a high-performance culture in a collaborative environment. Shape innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$143K - $197K *

Join our team as a Sr. Software Engineer to enhance user experiences by developing impactful Python and Java APIs while collaborating across various departments to ensure high-quality software solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $368K *

Transform the engineering team by leading agile initiatives, promoting collaboration, and delivering high-quality mobile app experiences. Empower restaurant operators with innovative solutions while d...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the transformation of Vanta’s data platform by leading the migration from Mongo to Postgres, ensuring integrity and performance while collaborating across teams during this critical transition p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $168K *

Partner with us to manage complex HCM and ERP projects, ensuring successful deployment and customer satisfaction. Lead customer engagements while mentoring teams, utilizing project management tools to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$158K - $180K *

Play a key role in developing scalable, secure applications that enhance clinician and client experiences. Collaborate across teams to architect innovative solutions in the mental health space, shapin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Grow your career with a role that drives innovation in electrical design for data centers. Oversee project activities, develop design standards, and implement energy-efficient systems while leading a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $180K *

Advance software solutions by designing and supporting Java-based applications. Engage in troubleshooting, automation, and collaboration across teams to enhance system performance and reliability in d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's designing and developing innovative software solutions. You'll tackle diverse challenges, providing application support, debugging, and enhancing products while collaborating with c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $222K *

Lead and develop a high-performing certification organization, driving strategy and execution for Cisco’s Common Criteria and EUCC portfolio. Manage a diverse team and enhance operational excellence w...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform on-premises technology with your DevOps expertise. Lead the design, implementation, and lifecycle management of innovative solutions in a collaborative team, addressing complex deployment ch...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Innovate solutions as a Senior Engineer, leveraging agentic workflows to deliver AI-enhanced features and functionality across production systems, while fostering collaboration and maintaining high-qu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive the technical direction of complex distributed systems, guiding architectural decisions and mentoring teams. Leverage expertise in Go, security, and cloud to tackle high-impact challenges and es...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform your career by driving innovative customer engagement strategies in our fast-paced product management team, shaping the evolution of private cloud solutions that enhance enterprise systems f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $210K *

Engage in shaping AI-enabled software architecture, translating business needs into secure, scalable solutions while mentoring teams and collaborating across functions on modern engineering and respon...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $290K *

Optimize reliability across our production systems by leading a dynamic engineering team that leverages AI and operational principles to develop scalable practices, tools, and culture, ensuring perfor...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Drive impactful product development by owning complex features from user experience design to backend integration. Collaborate across teams to create seamless, secure, and efficient workflows that enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Engineer high-quality, scalable software solutions while collaborating from design to deployment, managing both backend and frontend components. Tackle technical challenges and contribute to maintaini...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $220K *

Shape the future of engineering by enabling seamless execution of key initiatives. Collaborate with leadership and teams to tackle challenges, streamline processes, and drive strategic projects that e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $220K *

Grow your career by leading and mentoring a full-stack engineering team driving innovative product features. Embrace challenges in a dynamic environment, ensuring quality delivery while fostering team...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month 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.