Vice President, Software Engineering Jobs

Explore Vice President, Software Engineering jobs for experienced technology leaders ready to guide teams, set technical direction, and deliver products at scale. This executive role connects business strategy with software delivery, bringing together people leadership, architecture, operational excellence, and innovation. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you focus your search on senior roles that match your experience.

What Does a Vice President of Software Engineering Do?

A VP of Software Engineering oversees engineering organizations and helps determine how software supports company goals. Responsibilities may include setting engineering strategy, building and developing teams, guiding architecture and platform decisions, improving development practices, and partnering with product, security, operations, and executive leaders. The scope varies by company size, industry, and stage of growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a record of leading software teams, delivering reliable products, and managing complex technical initiatives. Valuable strengths include strategic planning, engineering management, systems design, cloud and platform expertise, security awareness, budgeting, and clear communication. Successful candidates can balance long-term technology investments with delivery priorities and create a culture that supports accountability, collaboration, and growth.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Vice President of Software Engineering opportunities span technology companies and organizations across finance, healthcare, retail, media, and other sectors. Compensation depends on factors such as location, company scale, industry, and the role’s scope; total compensation may also include incentives or equity. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can discover executive-level opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Find Your Next VP of Software Engineering Role

Use Ladders to explore current openings, compare leadership opportunities, and identify roles that fit your technical background and management experience. Review each listing for its responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then tailor your application to show how your leadership has advanced engineering outcomes and business objectives.

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$134K - $229K *

Transform partner engagement by empowering sales teams with resources, training, and strategic insights. Drive product adoption through tailored solutions and collaborative initiatives, ensuring custo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $229K *

Lead the charge in empowering partners through training and resources, facilitate strategic engagements, and architect tailored solutions that drive adoption of innovative technologies and managed ser...

Puerto Rico, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the design and deployment of secure AI applications in cloud environments, integrating advanced technologies like machine learning and ServiceNow solutions to enhance operational efficiency and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion the modernization of Order-to-Cash processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize NetSuite ERP, enhancing financial...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $285K *

Help us shape a transformative People Operations strategy that drives organizational effectiveness and talent development. Lead initiatives from concept to execution, fostering a culture of accountabi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career with impactful identity and access management solutions. Collaborate with teams and clients to enhance security and efficiency through innovative technology implementations and opera...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $149K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Architect engineering strategies by guiding a team in delivering quality software. Foster business alignment, manage product roadmaps, and leverage AI technologies while ensuring high-performance outc...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $176K *

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New Jersey, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of customer-facing products that enhance user journeys. Drive growth through experimentation and data analysis, maximizing conversion and retention while partnering with cross-functiona...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer identity platforms, driving modernization and operational excellence while overseeing a multi-team engineering organization to enhance security and customer en...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Engage in transformative DevOps practices by implementing AWS technologies and tooling. Collaborate with product teams to enhance cloud infrastructure, security, and CI/CD pipelines, contributing to a...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career with a dynamic role managing large-scale imaging equipment installations. You will lead projects, ensure customer satisfaction, and drive cross-functional collaboration while mee...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $110K *

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

$145K - $300K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$341K - $409K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $175K *

Empower progress at the forefront of data product management, leading the development of innovative solutions. Drive product success through strategic oversight, client engagement, and cross-functiona...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $275K *

Lead and inspire a global team of networking and security professionals, driving operational excellence and service delivery in managed and MSSP environments. Shape strategic roadmaps and foster high...

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1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $178K *

Lead the charge in developing B2B customer solutions, driving product strategy and execution across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance offerings, ensuring operational excellence and measu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$219K - $250K *

Reimagine your career as you lead technical sales processes, driving enterprise adoption of innovative AI solutions. Shape customer experiences and influence product development while collaborating wi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join our team to shape innovative industrial solutions, driving product strategy and execution. You'll lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring compliance and safety while delivering impactful products...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Drive product vision and growth at the intersection of AI and science. Leverage strategic and technical expertise to define, prioritize, and enhance cutting-edge product capabilities while collaborati...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $257K *

Optimize the mobile client architecture for AI-driven conversations, building robust cross-platform solutions while ensuring seamless performance on both iOS and Android. Collaborate directly with tea...

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1 month ago

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

$145K - $195K *

Elevate product marketing by creating compelling collateral for AI solutions, collaborating with product teams, and aligning messaging across audiences, while ensuring materials are current and impact...

Austin, TXRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on validating and optimizing Azure developer desktops. You'll design automated tests, ensure security compliance, and enhance performance metrics...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Vice President of Software Engineering do?question toggle

    A Vice President of Software Engineering leads engineering teams and helps set the organization’s technology and delivery strategy. The role may oversee architecture, software development, team growth, budgets, and collaboration with product and executive leadership.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for VP of Software Engineering jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers typically seek substantial software engineering and people-management experience, a history of delivering complex products, and the ability to guide technical strategy. Familiarity with relevant platforms, security, and operating practices may also be important.

  • How much do Vice Presidents of Software Engineering earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by company, industry, location, and role scope. Total compensation may include salary, bonuses, or equity. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

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    Search Ladders for vetted senior professional opportunities, filter listings by relevant preferences, and review each role’s location, responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation information.

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    Highlight measurable results from leading teams and delivering software, along with examples of strategic decision-making, organizational growth, operational improvements, and effective partnership with product and business leaders.