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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$190K - $220K *

Lead cross-system technical programs, driving execution excellence and team growth. Collaborate with product and engineering to deliver scalable, innovative Listener Experiences across diverse platfor...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-platform technical programs that enhance user experience. Shape and deliver strategic initiatives while driving innovation within a growing team of professionals...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$190K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cross-platform audio experiences. As a leader in Technical Program Management, you'll drive complex projects and collaborate with engineering and business part...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join our team to lead and optimize innovative product development, ensuring exceptional quality and reliability while mentoring engineers and collaborating across functions to achieve strategic goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$171K - $286K *

Lead a team in building cutting-edge distributed systems that leverage large language models, enhancing intelligent experiences for users through efficient edge and cloud integration...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $235K *

Take ownership of cutting-edge mechanical designs, leading projects from concept to production. Collaborate within a dynamic team to enhance semiconductor fabrication technologies and ensure the highe...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Innovate software solutions by analyzing user needs, developing code, and optimizing system functionality to support operational excellence and enhance overall project success through effective teamwo...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$202K - $310K *

Lead a global engineering organization to drive AI-first innovations in enterprise networking, overseeing all engineering functions and delivering exceptional solutions at scale while shaping organiza...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $253K *

Oversee the development of high-performance air vehicle software systems, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to translate customer needs into requirements while managing risks and ensuring com...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Play a key role in driving strategic R&D initiatives across diverse divisions, coordinating with stakeholders and technical leads to ensure alignment, successful outcomes, and adherence to project man...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$212K - $286K *

Pioneer innovative identity solutions as you design and scale our identity platform, ensuring secure access and seamless security integration across systems. Collaborate with teams to drive reliable i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$257K - $496K *

Join a dynamic team to lead engineering efforts in transforming field operations with AI-driven solutions, driving product innovation, and managing a global team to enhance customer experience and ope...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $228K *

Unlock the potential of data architecture by building robust, scalable infrastructure that supports ML and data engineering teams, ensuring high availability and streamlined data operations for predic...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$195K - $270K *

Transform user outreach by leading a high-performing engineering team that shapes intelligent marketing infrastructures and drives measurable growth through innovative solutions and data-driven strate...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading embedded software engineering for robotic solutions. Shape technical vision and team growth while collaborating across disciplines to ensure successful execution and delive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$212K - $300K *

Inspire innovation by leading the strategy for a robust Product Platform that enhances interoperability and scalability across applications, leveraging AI and data to drive impactful decision-making a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Empower innovation by enhancing UI prototypes into robust interfaces, ensuring seamless data processing and workflow orchestration while collaborating in a dynamic software development environment...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$238K - $270K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop and scale monetization platforms, ensuring reliability and operational excellence while driving strategic initiatives across cross-functional teams to su...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $185K *

Elevate security protocols to safeguard systems and data while fostering rapid growth. Architect robust security frameworks that empower operational efficiency and shape the future of corporate operat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $183K *

Champion the development of advanced web applications, turning complex data into actionable insights for our supply chain team. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance user interfaces, ensuring prec...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $224K *

As a Senior Software Engineer at Asana, you will focus on enhancing the performance and scalability of the web application for a diverse customer base. This role involves tackling complex technical ch...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $349K *

Join a dynamic team that designs cutting-edge embedded software for networking platforms, advancing the future of connectivity. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to innovate solutions that enh...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$121K - $212K *

Join our team to enhance our core AI platform through innovative software development. Leverage your engineering skills to create robust microservices, collaborate across teams, and contribute to cutt...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $263K *

Join us to lead the design and evolution of large-scale systems while promoting AI-assisted development practices, influencing technical strategy, and mentoring cross-functional teams to deliver high...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Shape the future of platform security engineering by defining technical roadmaps, leading architecture decisions, and establishing enterprise security standards across the VCF ecosystem to enhance com...

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.