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 - $145K *

Join a transformative team to architect innovative software solutions, driving enterprise-scale applications while mentoring others and enhancing product definition through AI-first methodologies and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $250K *

Develop and oversee manufacturing software systems to enhance production operations, integrating software with hardware interfaces while fostering a high-performing engineering team in a fast-paced en...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Transform the veteran experience by developing innovative tools and applications. Collaborate with a team to enhance functionalities, automate workflows, and ensure secure integrations that streamline...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $340K *

Advance our central data platform by building systems for reliable data ingestion and analytics. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust data quality, governance, and self-serve tools, empowering te...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $340K *

Own and enhance the core data platform architecture, enabling teams to access and process data effectively while ensuring rigorous compliance with security standards...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $166K *

Drive innovation and development at the intersection of software and hardware. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create and enhance platform software solutions, ensuring optimal performance a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Lead the charge in strategic partnership development and corporate growth. Your expertise will shape STACK's ecosystem through high-impact partnerships and acquisitions, enhancing our product reach an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Optimize cross-disciplinary teams to develop and enhance cloud-based platforms, driving user-centric solutions and aligning product strategy with organizational goals while fostering collaboration acr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead end-to-end software development on a SaaS platform, enhancing team performance through AI-driven practices, implementing robust architecture with Ruby on Rails, React, and Java, and mentoring eng...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $303K *

Transform the future of autonomous technology by leading the development of embedded firmware for drones. Drive innovation in a fast-paced environment, architecting crucial systems and collaborating o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock enterprise software quality by leading test automation strategies, collaborating in Agile environments, and enhancing reliability to achieve better outcomes for patients globally. Your expertis...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $203K *

The Sr. Software Engineer will specialize in safety-critical self-driving middleware, focusing on the design, development, and deployment of software for essential self-driving features. This role inv...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Drive the technical vision for our innovative product, leading and expanding an ambitious engineering team while ensuring successful delivery of scalable software solutions...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Help us lead a technical team in transforming ERP capabilities through innovation and modern engineering practices, driving impact across financial, procurement, inventory, and supply chain domains in...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $205K *

Help us transform healthcare through advanced AI. You'll engineer production-ready language model features for our clinical and member teams, ensuring reliable integration and feature delivery within...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $300K *

Join a team that's transforming software development by leading our App Platform, enhancing web and mobile client experiences, and driving engineering velocity through innovation and hands-on leadersh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $300K *

Transform the software development experience by leading the App Platform team. Accelerate engineering velocity, enhance tooling and platforms for iOS and Android, and cultivate a team culture focused...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $228K *

Shape the future by leading software engineering initiatives and DevOps teams. Foster best practices, mentor engineers, and oversee project execution using cutting-edge technologies to drive innovativ...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Innovate your career by spearheading the design and scaling of backend and data systems for consumer health experiences. Collaborate with teams to enhance technical excellence, architecture, and influ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$168K - $210K *

Engage in shaping AI-enabled software architecture, translating business needs into secure, scalable solutions while mentoring teams and collaborating across functions on modern engineering and respon...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative mechanical designs for rugged environments, and transforming complex challenges into mission-ready solutions...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Optimize software solutions by leading multifaceted teams, mentoring engineers, and enhancing product functionality. Drive excellence across platforms while collaborating with product managers and ens...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $252K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and develop advanced embedded systems for intelligent edge applications, enhancing real-time machine learning capabilities and optimizing performance across various in...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence in Solutions Engineering. Collaborate with leadership to enhance productivity and conversion rates, while analyzing data to inform decisions and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that’s shaping the future of data platforms. As a Software Engineer, you'll drive innovation and optimize performance across our tech stack, making impactful decisions that enhance our mis...

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  •   Less than 5 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.