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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$110K - $130K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading a dynamic team, effectively managing complex DoD contracts, and fostering robust customer relationships to deliver top-notch solutions on time and within bud...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's building our first US engineering presence from the ground up. Oversee hiring, establish operational processes, and ensure integration with our UK team, leading across various engin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Grow your career with a leadership role focused on building a US engineering team. Spearhead hiring, establish operational norms, and enhance collaboration with international teams to shape a dynamic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Optimize advanced software capabilities for military aircraft with a high-performing team, focusing on OMS architecture and C++ development. Engage in both independent and collaborative projects to en...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $154K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing innovative software solutions while enhancing existing systems through effective collaboration and agile practices to deliver excellent user experiences and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $144K *

Pioneer high-performance Smart Grid applications using .NET Core and cloud technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, develop, and deliver robust solutions and mentor junior engi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Elevate engineering practices by designing scalable systems, driving alignment across teams, and enhancing product features. Collaborate to improve reliability and performance while mentoring engineer...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the engineering design process by collaborating with partners to enhance MEP systems for new retirement communities, ensuring project compliance and operational excellence throughout constru...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Drive security advancements for first-party hardware, ensuring robust device trust and system integrity through collaboration and deep expertise in hardware and embedded security...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Champion the growth of a high-demand engineering team, guiding engineers across various AAA game projects. Balance hands-on mentorship with structured leadership to foster a culture of excellence and...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping and enhancing Salesforce systems, optimizing workflows for GTM and CS&O teams. Drive AI integration, build a high-performing team, and collaborate on roadmaps to elevate cus...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the development of cloud platform software for a revolutionary network. Design and implement foundational services while ensuring scalability and reliability. Collaborate with teams to meet opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead the architecture and development of innovative cloud platform software, ensuring scalability, reliability, and operational excellence for next-gen networking solutions in a dynamic environment. D...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex engineering programs, coordinating cross-functional efforts to drive innovation across silicon-photonics and laser technologies, ensuring goals align with industry...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $150K *

Innovate solutions while leading a team of engineers in designing robust web applications and architectures. Deliver high-performance backend systems and mentor team members for quality assurance in c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $325K *

Transform the software landscape by leading teams to build and enhance innovative systems. Drive strategy and execution while collaborating closely with cross-functional leaders in a fast-paced, growt...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$240K - $270K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing mobile engineering team, shaping mobile architecture and driving best practices to build innovative consumer products in fintech and marketplaces...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$172K - $260K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer workflows by optimizing Git integration for a distributed engineering team, ensuring scalability and performance while fostering collaboration across multiple in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $275K *

Advance the software engineering organization by defining architecture and platform strategies, optimizing product delivery, and inspiring a team of leaders to modernize solutions and leverage AI for...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape impactful software products by leading full-stack development efforts, driving architectural decisions, and collaborating closely with a small, dynamic team to enhance reliability, scalability...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

Unlock potential by developing robust backend services with TypeScript, optimizing databases, and integrating AI features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver solutions that enhance bus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$208K - $255K *

Champion technical excellence as you drive the strategy and modernization of data platforms and systems globally, ensuring alignment across teams and enhancing quality while simplifying complexities i...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Explore your leadership potential by managing a diverse team of over 20 embedded software designers, ensuring high-quality delivery of complex firmware solutions and driving technical excellence acros...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K - $390K *

Shape the future of test automation by architecting a cutting-edge platform and guiding a skilled team. Drive quality engineering initiatives and strategic decisions to enhance CI/CD processes for AI...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$325K - $375K *

Empower your career by architecting a high-performance OLAP query engine. Lead the development of a custom JSON-based query language and optimize SQL for columnar databases in a dynamic, microservices...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.