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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$153K - $166K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, creating innovative serverless applications. Collaborate within an Agile team to enhance internal web solutions with cutting-edge technology, drivi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $211K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative frontend solutions while managing a dynamic team. Shape the architecture and experience across platforms with an emphasis on modern technologies and high-quali...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$177K - $257K *

Pioneer the transformation of our C++ testing ecosystem, enhancing software quality and developer practices. Lead initiatives for reusable testing frameworks and CI/CD integration, driving consistency...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in product management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define strategy, develop solutions, and achieve product vision while fostering cooperative relationships for success...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $220K *

Innovate cutting-edge machine learning solutions leveraging extensive data lakes to enhance construction intelligence. Architect robust pipelines, manage data quality, and collaborate in an agile envi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by leading architectural designs on Microsoft and Salesforce platforms. Collaborate across teams, ensuring scalable and efficient integrations that align with...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $120K *

Join as a vital operational partner, shaping governance and strategy within product development. Drive excellence in SDLC processes and integrate tools to support organizational growth and efficiency...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive eDiscovery project success by leading all phases, ensuring quality service and communication while managing stakeholder relationships, timelines, and budgets effectively across various client en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$219K - $351K *

Join us to lead and transform a pivotal partner technical management organization. Drive practice creation, foster self-sufficiency among partners, and spearhead innovative initiatives for a competiti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $105K *

Build operational excellence in project coordination by supporting Team Leads in tracking, documentation, and reporting. Enhance visibility into project execution and contribute to consistent delivery...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$206K - $316K *

Partner with us to drive strategic financial initiatives across R&D, shaping growth strategies through budget management, financial modeling, and executive-level insights to ensure alignment with comp...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Advance your career by managing end-to-end site acquisition for diverse real estate projects. Collaborate across teams to drive efficiency, ensure precision, and meet critical deadlines in a high-volu...

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

$92K - $154K *

Join a team that's managing intricate utility-scale fiber infrastructure projects. This role requires leading cross-functional teams and driving project execution through both agile and waterfall meth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $227K *

Lead the charge in managing complex enterprise projects, ensuring strategic alignment and successful delivery. Collaborate across functions, enhance customer relationships, and optimize resources for...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $191K *

Lead the charge in shaping high-impact SaaS solutions by driving technical strategy and empowering a high-performing engineering team. Collaborate across disciplines to foster innovation in a fast-pac...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Pioneer in threat research and engineering, leading a skilled team to combat fraud and security threats. Guide complex investigations and operationalize findings into proactive protections for merchan...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative solutions with Atlassian tools, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance workflows and improve team efficiency in a dynamic federal environment while supportin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $187K *

Lead the charge in innovative RTL design, owning complex digital hardware development. Collaborate within a high-performance team, driving solutions and taking ownership throughout the ASIC/FPGA lifec...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Tackle the systems engineering lifecycle, defining and integrating ADAS features, teleoperation systems, and EV architectures, ensuring safety and validation for advanced military and civilian vehicle...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $193K *

Bring your expertise to a leadership role driving Solutions Consulting by mentoring a team, fostering collaboration, and integrating with sales and product teams to ensure customer success across dive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$500K+*

Lead the charge in operationalizing new content experiences for millions, managing multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced environment. Drive innovation, optimize workflows, and enhance global launch...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$162K - $271K *

Advance the architecture and technology strategy for high-priority AI programs. Partner with senior leaders to translate ambitious AI objectives into actionable plans, ensuring alignment with enterpri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead strategic proposal initiatives by collaborating with cross-functional teams to create persuasive responses to customer solicitations, ensuring compliance and elevating quality throughout the prop...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing and supply chain operations by managing key projects and cross-functional teams. Drive technology transformations and ensure project alignment with strategi...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $275K *

Lead the charge in crafting innovative marketing strategies that drive global growth, enhance customer engagement, and optimize user journeys, ensuring a full-funnel approach across digital platforms...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.