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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$92K - $154K *

Drive your career by developing integrated power conversion solutions for diverse industries. Leverage your technical expertise to create innovative applications and enhance business opportunities in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $180K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in creating innovative AI-powered tools that enhance user experience, from concept to scalable production. Collaborate across disciplines to redefine software inter...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $236K *

Drive your career forward as you develop high-quality software products in a collaborative Agile team. Leverage your leadership and Java expertise to innovate solutions that enhance health care experi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $377K *

Shape the future of smart home technology by leading embedded engineering teams. Drive firmware and software development across diverse devices, ensuring seamless integration and exceptional quality f...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Transform customer experiences by integrating cloud infrastructures into Vantage. Collaborate with Account Executives to guide clients through technical processes, ensuring seamless integration and va...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $150K *

Optimize project delivery by advancing construction planning through VDC coordination and integrating cutting-edge digital workflows and reality capture technologies, ensuring efficiency across all ph...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$190K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining technical sales in cybersecurity by supporting enterprise clients through complex pre-sales processes and building tailored workflows to enhance software security solutio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $135K *

Innovate customer lifecycle strategies by managing systems end-to-end, aligning tech with business outcomes. Collaborate cross-functionally and drive programs to enhance customer success without requi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $183K *

Contribute to product strategy and execution, addressing user needs through research and collaboration. Drive outcomes by defining product vision and success metrics, while managing cross-functional p...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of workforce capability by leading a comprehensive learning strategy, enhancing internal communication, and partnering with executives to drive effective solutions across various team...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$134K - $165K *

Drive innovation at the cutting edge of AI technology by building robust backend services. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deploy secure APIs and enhance AI operations while fostering a culture of...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $225K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive business growth in the Provider market, engaging clients and closing deals while collaborating with internal stakeholders to enhance healthcare outcomes with innovativ...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Elevate the professional onboarding journey by leading a cross-functional team, driving innovation and efficiency for diverse healthcare roles, enhancing user experience, and ensuring compliance withi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of neuro care by leading AI-powered solutions from strategy to market. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success and enhance patient outcomes in the neuro portf...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and manage GCP infrastructure, ensuring robust automation, security, and performance for scalable systems in a fast-paced environment, enhancing operations an...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Discover innovative solutions by leading strategic product initiatives from concept to launch. Spearhead efforts in major giving to transform nonprofit fundraising through digital tools, guiding a cro...

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1 week ago

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

$236K - $245K *

Lead the charge in designing and optimizing OneStream EPM solutions, overseeing architecture and integrations to support enterprise financial transformation while mentoring teams and ensuring platform...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $240K *

Lead transformative engagements by ensuring client success and overseeing complex projects. Drive business outcomes, manage relationships, and enhance service delivery in a collaborative, results-orie...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $260K *

Inspire innovation by leveraging your expertise in software engineering while supporting critical government projects. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to develop advanced solutions in a d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to provide expert cybersecurity solutions, collaborating with clients to understand security needs and develop innovative services. Leverage your cloud security knowledge to enhanc...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $287K *

Engineer next-gen GPU systems by driving feature enablement, debugging, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and customer satisfaction through innovative software solut...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $133K *

Contribute to high-quality engineering outcomes by developing and maintaining software solutions with a focus on React and Python, ensuring code excellence and a customer-centric approach within a col...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join us to design and optimize AI applications, collaborating with clients to deliver LLM-driven solutions. Your expertise in Python and AI development will help shape innovative projects that enhance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Engineer enterprise architecture and process re-engineering solutions, delivering comprehensive technical analysis to optimize logistics and installation management capabilities in compliance with fed...

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4 days ago

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

$151K - $249K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading software design, driving community collaboration, and mentoring talent. Deliver impactful solutions utilizing AI methodologies while enhancing SDLC for multi...

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2 days 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.