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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$140K - $180K *

Join a team that's tackling innovative robotics in healthcare. Support product development and localization, driving the launch of robotic-assisted platforms in China. Engage in cross-functional colla...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$177K - $292K *

Transform software systems at the core of medical innovation by leading architecture, mentoring teams, and driving engineering excellence across diverse platforms and products that speed up therapeuti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $243K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable, secure, and resilient software solutions within a dynamic team. Engage with stakeholders and leverage innovative technologies to shape the future of commercial...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $233K *

Champion developer infrastructure solutions by optimizing workflows, enhancing build systems, and driving collaborative projects. Engage with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges in software dev...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $210K *

Empower a high-performance engineering team, driving technical excellence and project success while mentoring talent to achieve individual career aspirations and meet company objectives...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$184K - $250K *

Innovate with us to design, develop, and test embedded software for satellite control systems, while leading a talented engineering team focused on reliability, efficiency, and security in a multi-tie...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $192K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI integration and infrastructure. Lead the design of an omnichannel platform and ensure performance, security, and privacy in a hybrid digital ecosystem. Driv...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal engineering role where you'll tackle high-impact projects, leading cross-team initiatives from concept to delivery, and driving significant changes across the organiz...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $220K *

Drive the innovation of a digital ecosystem by leading a talented team in developing microservices and applications, mentoring technical leads, and ensuring high operational standards to enhance eComm...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $361K *

Drive engineering excellence and strategic innovation across defense programs, leading diverse technical teams to enhance product development and operational readiness while ensuring alignment with cu...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$245K - $361K *

Lead engineering excellence and product development strategies for defense programs. Oversee diverse teams, ensuring technical rigor and rapid deployment of solutions while collaborating with key stak...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$245K - $361K *

Drive engineering excellence in defense and national security programs by establishing robust technical vision, oversight, and governance across diverse services and product development landscapes, en...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $170K *

Pioneer advancements in manufacturing tech by developing high-performance systems software. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance in-line CT scanning products, ensuring quality data extraction an...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$251K - $310K *

Manage and mentor a team of software engineers to develop scalable, efficient systems and drive data processing solutions, while collaborating with stakeholders and owning the full lifecycle of projec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $252K *

Transform software engineering capabilities by leading distributed teams, driving technical excellence, and enhancing collaborative solutions to meet complex business needs while balancing hands-on pr...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Help us architect and develop cutting-edge neurotech and audio hardware. As a key firmware engineer, you'll drive embedded software from concept to production, collaborating with teams to enhance cons...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$113K - $164K *

Unlock potential by leading quality assurance initiatives and team management while integrating test automation and AI within CI/CD pipelines to enhance product quality and performance throughout the...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performance engineering culture that empowers teams and drives DevSecOps evolution, while aligning technical strategy with business priorities to transform healthcar...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Empower our engineering efforts to build a high-performance culture, enhance cross-functional collaboration, and lead transformative DevSecOps initiatives that shape the future of healthcare technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading high-performance engineering teams, driving DevSecOps evolution, and fostering collaboration across departments to enhance product delivery and gro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Drive engineering transformation in healthcare by leading high-performing teams, fostering collaboration, and advancing DevSecOps practices to deliver impactful technology solutions that enhance servi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead and empower high-performing engineering teams and partner closely with cross-functional leadership to drive innovation and transformation in healthcare technology and services...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in platform engineering, driving DevSecOps transformation and empowering high-performing teams across technology to enhance healthcare solutions and product delivery. Collaborate with...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $232K *

Join a team that builds scalable, reliable microservices frameworks and cloud storage solutions. Drive design and development for critical back-end systems while implementing modern CI/CD practices to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $235K *

Drive innovative solutions by architecting and developing robust finance technology applications, ensuring system reliability and performance through collaboration with cross-functional teams and mode...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.