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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$134K - $167K *

Innovate within our Core & Connectivity team to enhance product features, maintain code quality, and improve API integrations, driving stability and performance for thousands of customers in the short...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$70K - $205K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative solutions in networked systems integration. Leverage your Linux administration and scripting skills to enhance performance and streamline processes across diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize product design effectiveness across digital experiences, driving innovation and measurable outcomes. Lead a team to enhance user journeys with AI-enabled solutions while connecting design str...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $190K *

Drive client success as a key advisory leader overseeing Workday engagements, focusing on relationship management, delivery quality, and project outcomes. Shape processes, mentor teams, and enhance cl...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Build robust identity and authorization infrastructure for a multi-product SaaS platform. Collaborate with teams to enhance integration capabilities and leverage AI-assisted workflows for efficient so...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $172K *

Lead the development of scalable platform systems and API-driven experiences, integrating AI capabilities while ensuring operational rigor and innovative problem solving across partnerships...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $158K *

Help us shape the reliability of cutting-edge AI services by defining SLOs, overseeing incident responses, and ensuring operational readiness. Leverage your expertise to establish monitoring systems t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $156K *

Empower security excellence by leading the design and implementation of robust information security architecture. Collaborate globally, align strategies with business goals, and drive innovation throu...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the foundation of product marketing, driving positioning, messaging, and sales enablement for B2B software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling narratives and launch strat...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $173K *

Shape the future of healthcare product offerings by collaborating with cross-functional teams to define and execute a comprehensive roadmap that delivers impactful solutions and drives measurable busi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $255K *

Lead & grow Product Management teams to enhance consumer engagement and experiences. Partner cross-functionally to strategize and execute innovative product solutions that foster community and drive b...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$107K - $182K *

Optimize plasma etch processes for advanced memory devices, driving collaboration across teams for R&D to high-volume manufacturing transition while enhancing critical metrics and defect reduction thr...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $182K *

Develop and optimize dry etch processes for next-gen memory technologies. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance metrics and ensure technology transfer to high-volume manufacturing, while dri...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Champion project management excellence for multiple real estate initiatives, guiding high-profile clients through the entire project lifecycle to achieve strategic objectives and ensure quality outcom...

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2 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine customer success with innovative SaaS healthcare solutions, leveraging financial modeling and strategic insights to drive measurable business outcomes and influence high-stakes decision-maki...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Innovate the blockchain landscape by designing, deploying, and managing robust validator infrastructure to ensure high availability and security across decentralized networks, collaborating closely wi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $150K *

Deliver intelligent backend services and AI-driven solutions, leveraging Java expertise and workflow orchestration to automate processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $284K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional engineering teams to deliver complex digital initiatives, ensuring clear communication and alignment with product and engineering stakeholders to drive pos...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$279K - $419K *

Reimagine power efficiency in processor design by leading a global team. Drive technical strategy, influence cross-functional collaboration, and innovate power reduction methodologies to set new indus...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $165K *

Lead the enhancement of corporate IT security and manage vendor compliance, driving improvements for a better security posture across the enterprise while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $150K *

Unlock potential by partnering with customers to solve complex challenges. As a trusted advisor, you'll lead technical solutions from discovery to deployment, collaborating with cross-functional teams...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Engage as a technical authority driving the end-to-end architecture for innovative connected devices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to create scalable, secure solutions...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform billing experiences by leading a cross-functional team to enhance product strategies, improve financial performance, and ensure member satisfaction through innovative solutions and collabora...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in healthcare technology by designing scalable AI-enabled systems and microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-makin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $165K *

Help us deliver innovative solutions by developing cutting-edge software for cybersecurity operations. You'll join a motivated team, tackling complex challenges and shaping the future of electromagnet...

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1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.