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

$125K - $165K *

Empower a high-performing sales team in government technology, driving revenue growth and expanding market share. You'll set strategies, coach talent, and ensure top performance in a fast-paced enviro...

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2 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join us to lead People Operations and build scalable programs that enhance employee experience from onboarding to development. Partner with leaders to address people-related challenges and drive strat...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$117K - $234K *

Innovate customer-centric mobile applications as a Senior Software Engineer, tackling Android development for high-impact features and seamless integrations, ensuring performance and reliability while...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform the lead generation landscape by optimizing our end-to-end lead engine, driving outbound campaigns, and developing a high-performing SDR team in a fast-paced SaaS environment...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$96K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance applications using AI-native workflows. Join our collaborative team to implement and maintain high-quality solutions while continuously learning and growing in your softwar...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Engage and lead a dynamic engineering team to drive innovation and technical excellence, ensuring alignment with business objectives while championing best practices in software development and SDLC w...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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

$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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6 days ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Empower clients to innovate by driving AI transformation in digital CX strategies, merging technology with strategy to create impactful business outcomes in contact center operations...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead cloud application initiatives by architecting solutions, migrating systems, and enhancing applications. Collaborate with teams to advance cloud technologies while ensuring compliance and quality...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Champion the proposal strategy for high-stakes competitive opportunities, ensuring compliance and quality across all phases of development. Lead cross-functional teams to create winning proposals that...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$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

$128K - $167K *

Engage in strategic leadership of enterprise systems, optimizing workflows and integrations to enhance operational efficiency in a fast-paced aerospace technology environment. Drive initiatives as bot...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$117K - $143K *

Shape the future of our product offerings by driving enhancements through customer insights and agile methodologies, while mentoring teams in best practices to optimize performance and satisfaction fo...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $150K *

Transform the sales enablement landscape by partnering with teams to create impactful materials that resonate with clients, enhancing the enterprise sales process and driving commercial success throug...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $140K *

Empower customer success by acting as a trusted advisor, driving product adoption, and delivering value through strategic engagements that enhance satisfaction and strengthen relationships in a dynami...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $140K *

Drive customer success and advocacy through strategic relationship management, delivering tailored value, enhancing product adoption, and fostering customer satisfaction while leveraging your expertis...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Inspire change by building strategic relationships with captive managers and brokers. As a key player in sales, leverage your expertise to drive growth and influence the future of workplace safety thr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading architectural innovation in AI platforms, enhancing software capabilities for a global scale. Drive impactful decisions, mentor talent, and shape the future of AI solutions...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $264K *

Accelerate progress at a leading tech firm by driving scalable cloud-native solutions. Take charge of platform engineering, integrating AI/ML technologies while leading teams to deliver high-quality...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading a team in developing scalable data solutions. Drive collaboration across teams and solve complex database challenges while ensuring seamless integration a...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $264K *

Pioneer scalable cloud-native platform solutions, drive full software development lifecycles, and lead cross-functional teams to innovate AI/ML applications ensuring high availability and exceptional...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Engineer robust systems and deliver innovative solutions that enhance marketplace experiences, leveraging advanced technologies to support seller and customer needs while ensuring high scalability and...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $264K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leveraging agentic coding tools, shaping adaptive systems, and driving collaboration across teams to elevate operational excellence and development practices i...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.