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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$120K - $160K *

Elevate healthcare impact as a Senior Software Engineer, driving excellence and innovation in core services that enhance patient care. Collaborate with a talented team to design, implement, and optimi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of software solutions by leading development and execution strategies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance applications and drive innovation. Foster talent and relationships to...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$144K - $210K *

Elevate your career by joining a team that builds innovative software for automated scientific analysis. Collaborate with scientists and engineers to develop cutting-edge tools, enhancing the future o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Champion innovation in AI product development, crafting scalable, enterprise-grade software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer interaction platforms and mentor juni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower a dynamic software engineering team by leading the architecture and development of innovative data analytics applications while collaborating across functions to drive technical strategy and i...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Drive impactful system engineering projects, collaborating with diverse teams. Leverage your expertise in architecture design, integration, and documentation throughout the systems lifecycle to delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $210K *

Lead a global software engineering team to innovate patient monitoring systems. Drive best practices in software development and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality medical...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $165K *

Transform innovative software solutions by leading a cross-functional team in developing critical embedded systems. Collaborate and drive projects from concept through execution while enhancing integr...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $231K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of private markets by building intuitive, full-stack solutions that streamline investment processes. Collaborate with passionate engineers and drive impactful pro...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$267K - $297K *

Shape the future of user identity solutions by tackling large-scale engineering challenges, guiding best practices, and fostering collaboration across teams while enhancing core systems for millions o...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing engineering team to deliver AI-native software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product capabilities while ensuring quality a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by leading the design and development of scalable software solutions, enhancing user interfaces, optimizing backend services, and championing best practices in a collaborative en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise deployments by leading cross-functional programs, creating effective processes, and ensuring predictable engineering execution for robust SaaS solutions. Drive collabora...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $180K *

Drive innovation and lead Finance Tech teams in developing cloud solutions and enterprise platforms. Foster agile environments while growing team capabilities through mentorship and technical leadersh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming Finance Technology teams by driving cloud initiatives and architecting innovative solutions, fostering a culture of excellence and growth in a dynamic, agile environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of innovative software applications, optimize APIs and UI, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product delivery and quality in an agile environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Transform software and network engineering through leadership, collaboration, and innovative solutions while managing resources, technical specifications, and strategic partnerships to drive program s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $215K *

Lead a dynamic team in developing complex software systems that tackle global security threats, focusing on analytics and real-time data processing while ensuring quality and compliance throughout the...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$310K - $340K *

Transform the future of finance by innovating AI capabilities in a pivotal engineering role. Collaborate with top researchers and influence system-wide architecture while delivering cutting-edge consu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$310K - $340K *

Drive technical direction and product integration at the forefront of AI, collaborating with leading researchers while impacting millions through innovative consumer solutions and system-wide architec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $215K *

Innovate cutting-edge software solutions to tackle complex systems and enhance operational capabilities across multiple domains. Collaborate effectively with teams while ensuring compliance and perfor...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead, mentor, and contribute to engineering excellence while managing a team of engineers. Spearhead complex software projects across diverse tech stacks and drive technical solutions that deliver val...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's building scalable cloud-based services to enhance product performance and reliability. Collaborate across functions to drive technical design, code quality, and support throughout t...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's reshaping live-service games through AI advancements. Lead engineering efforts, architect scalable systems, and drive AI adoption across a dynamic portfolio while building innovativ...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform mission-critical software solutions by designing, developing, and deploying secure applications that meet Department of Defense standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to a...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.