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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$98K - $206K *

Drive the success of a talented engineering team by overseeing development, mentoring engineers, and ensuring efficient software delivery while actively contributing to project design and coding effor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $260K *

Innovate by leading the Licensing and Finance Engineering team to enhance technology delivery. Drive strategic initiatives, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to ensure excellence in appli...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion a team of engineers to enhance PaaS solutions and microservices. Lead operations, tooling, and payments, while fostering a culture of innovation and growth in a dynamic DevOps environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $250K *

Shape the future of backend systems by leading initiatives, architecting distributed services, and designing large-scale data applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $344K *

Lead mission-critical software engineering efforts, ensuring architectural integrity, scalability, and reliability of services that power millions of customer interactions. Mentor and build a world-cl...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $313K *

Pioneer innovative backend solutions by leading a talented engineering team, ensuring high availability and scalability of distributed systems while driving strategic technical direction across divers...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform engineering leadership by driving software development, fostering an AI-driven engineering culture, and aligning tech initiatives with business goals to create scalable, high-quality product...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K *

Deliver innovative cost-basis management solutions by leading a high-performing software engineering team, ensuring compliance and operational excellence within a dynamic Fintech landscape while foste...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead innovative engineering initiatives, driving the vision and execution of intelligent, cloud-based solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excellence across tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in transitioning software to a new RTOS platform, ensuring compliance with high standards while fostering client relationships and delivering exceptional...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Invent cutting-edge solutions to enhance local businesses with a Senior Full Stack Engineer, owning projects from design to production, influencing technical architecture, and leveraging AI tools for...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Pioneer the development of innovative solutions for local businesses by harnessing your full stack expertise. Collaborate end-to-end on features that matter, drive impactful results, and leverage AI t...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in software engineering, guiding a skilled team to innovate applications that enhance business operations and drive competitive advantage through cutting-edge technology...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $270K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable backend systems for an innovative credit product, driving impactful collaboration and setting the technical direction within a fast-paced, high-i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $185K *

Manage and drive core software projects, from design to rollout, for insurance and healthcare clients. Collaborate closely with teams and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and project suc...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Help us define and implement technical directions in modern data communications, including 5G, SDN, and IoT. Leverage your expertise to innovate solutions for customer needs and enhance product offeri...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$228K - $315K *

Lead and grow a high-performing team focused on mobile platform strategy, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience for users. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation and redefine mobile ca...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$161K - $170K *

Inspire innovation and lead a dynamic engineering team to enhance business applications. Drive technical excellence and foster talent development across global operations while managing strategic proj...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Elevate AI systems by architecting seamless integration across platforms, enhancing workflow orchestration and operational security, while ensuring robust infrastructure and performance metrics for on...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Drive the engineering vision and strategy for a large SaaS enterprise, overseeing cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, scalability, and innovation while ensuring software performance, securit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Transform healthcare by leading a hands-on engineering team to build innovative data-driven pharmacy solutions while closely collaborating with leadership to deliver impactful software...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $257K *

Empower a team of engineers by leading daily activities, designing and maintaining systems while driving agile processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align contributions with company goals and de...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Lead the engineering strategy, culture, and velocity for our rapidly growing team of 25+, driving innovation across web, mobile, and AI platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to shape pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead engineering delivery for a high-impact Practice Management platform. Collaborate across teams to drive architectural excellence and operational reliability, while fostering a culture of growth an...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $160K *

Drive the development of a groundbreaking software solution that revolutionizes the construction industry. Oversee all phases from design to delivery, ensuring seamless execution and innovation to enh...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.