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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$200K - $225K *

Shape the future of software solutions as a full stack developer in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in coding, system design, and agile methodologies while creating impactful solutions...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Innovate within a fast-paced environment as you build robust, end-to-end software solutions. Your expertise will drive system improvements and address complex challenges, ensuring our products are fut...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive your career as a visionary leader in software engineering, overseeing the specification and delivery of innovative order management solutions across multiple product lines in a dynamic remote en...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion the evolution of a global digital experience platform by providing hands-on technical leadership in Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), enhancing user experiences across over 100 countries and en...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$218K - $328K *

Transform product strategy and lead a dynamic team to innovate AI & Data Analytics solutions, integrating insights into a cohesive portfolio that drives growth and delivers value to enterprise clients...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $184K *

Explore innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, enhancing our Developer Platform's capabilities to drive seamless CI/CD experiences and automate developer workflows, fostering a culture of...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$440K - $500K+*

Discover excellence by leading the Product Engineering group to deliver an autonomous vehicle capability roadmap, ensuring high-quality AI model production and effective team management across multipl...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Drive digital transformation by leading engineering solutions in banking. Oversee high-performing teams, innovate platforms, and ensure security compliance to elevate customer experience and operation...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $180K *

Transform the future of digital banking by driving innovative engineering solutions and leading high-performance teams to deliver world-class technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seaml...

North York, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $200K *

Optimize and build innovative mobile-first financial tools, impacting users' cash flow and credit. Collaborate end-to-end in a dynamic startup environment, developing features that enhance financial w...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $200K *

Unlock potential by building innovative fintech products, enhancing user experience through seamless integration of APIs and robust data pipelines. Collaborate across teams and drive impactful feature...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$291K - $495K *

Unlock potential by driving transformative product strategy for AI Application Development. Lead a high-performing team to define multi-year vision, foster developer adoption, and ensure alignment acr...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a multidisciplinary team to execute projects on time and within budget while ensuring alignment with business objectives and fostering innovation in a collabora...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate engineering excellence by leading cross-functional teams to drive scalable software development and AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with product strategy and delivering high-quality solu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the ATL program by leading cross-functional teams through launch and operations. Drive execution, mitigate risks, and ensure alignment between engineering and operations for seamless deploym...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $140K *

Deliver seamless execution at our flagship program, driving cross-functional collaboration, risk management, and governance for a pivotal launch in autonomous vehicle operations while shaping the futu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$189K - $315K *

Join us to architect the future of financial systems, ensuring seamless money movement through innovative ledger design and technical leadership. Collaborate with top talent to create a deterministic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Higharc is seeking a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to develop and enhance their browser-based home design system. The role involves working across the technology stack to deliver features for de...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by developing embedded Linux software for custom hardware systems. Collaborate across teams to enhance application software, control mechanisms, and networking capabilities in high-re...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $155K *

Transform embedded systems development by leading technical projects, defining architecture, and mentoring teams to ensure high-quality firmware and software delivery from requirements to production...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$116K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading technical initiatives and shaping embedded system architectures. Collaborate with a dynamic team to validate firmware from requirements to production, while mentoring pe...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in providing technical guidance for a cloud-based system, overseeing a dynamic team while ensuring mission-critical system availability and delivery excellence in collaboration with go...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $187K *

Architect and lead innovative education technology platforms, driving cross-functional teams in agile environments. Focus on customer-driven solutions to enhance user engagement through high-availabil...

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

$149K - $187K *

Drive innovation by designing and maintaining scalable APIs and backend services while collaborating across teams to enhance application performance and security in a fast-paced environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $145K *

Join a team that's redefining security and cloud migration while driving innovation in database architecture and engineering. Lead and mentor top talent to craft state-of-the-art solutions for a high...

1 week 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.