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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$180K - $190K *

Shape the future of acquisition management by leading transformational programs, optimizing operational effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to enhance mission success for...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading technical innovation in simulation software development. Drive complex feature delivery, establish modern practices, and ensure the codebase's health as you operate autonom...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $250K *

Empower the future of enterprise software by defining architecture and delivering innovative solutions through strong Node.js and cloud expertise, enhancing developer experiences with cutting-edge AI...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicles by enhancing software reliability and performance. You'll optimize Linux systems and ROS middleware, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Innovate agent runtime systems to enhance Proxi's research and analysis capabilities. Ensure reliability in production through robust memory, security, and autonomy management, enabling agents to perf...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$278K - $426K *

Empower a high-performance engineering team by leading development initiatives, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation in software solutions that enhance endpoint management and security acro...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$278K - $426K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leading and managing outstanding engineers while driving innovative solutions and enhancing productivity within a collaborative and dynamic environment. Your leadership...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$278K - $426K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions by leading high-performing engineers, driving product development, and fostering a collaborative environment to enhance endpoint management and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$278K - $426K *

Empower high-performing software engineering teams to excel in delivering reliable, scalable enterprise solutions while collaborating with product and technical leaders to enhance endpoint management...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $195K *

Join our team to design and develop cloud-based video systems, ensuring reliable and high-performance streaming. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to optimize user experiences and maintain s...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $130K *

Engage in transforming R&D by integrating AI into software development processes, leading technically and inspiring a diverse team of over 40 professionals. Drive innovation and efficiency, ensuring t...

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of automotive technology by developing innovative electrical center products. Lead design processes, ensure timely project completion, and collaborate across teams to meet perform...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Elevate software excellence by leading a talented development team, driving innovation, and implementing best practices to deliver advanced solutions for inspection data processing and operational eff...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $231K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of UI developers, creating innovative front-end solutions while ensuring high coding standards and mentoring junior talent in a collaborative, agile envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $231K *

Shape the future of front-end development by leading a skilled team, driving architecture, managing coding standards, and engaging in hands-on coding across agile projects, ensuring optimal performanc...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$384K - $500K+*

Accelerate progress at the intersection of AI and marketing technologies. Lead a global organization to unify data, personalization, and customer engagement. Drive technical strategy and deliver innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Transform large-scale software applications in a dynamic environment. Utilize Java, Unix, and modern frameworks to enhance trading workflows, manage state components, and lead teams through agile meth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$134K - $149K *

Transform project delivery through effective management and communication, driving alignment between technical and business goals while ensuring compliance and optimizing resources for successful outc...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to shape enterprise AI strategies and drive intelligent automation, delivering measurable results that streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency across business funct...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$239K - $266K *

Join our team to design and innovate cutting-edge solutions for scalable, distributed systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance cloud and on-prem environments while championing best pract...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in transitioning cutting-edge PFAS destruction technologies to commercial solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance product design, ensure quality, and drive scalability to meet e...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-impact team of technical program managers to drive cross-functional initiatives, optimize delivery processes, and foster partnerships, all while enhancing DevInfra’s...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $147K *

Join a dynamic team as an Engineering Manager, leading innovative projects that enhance product development, streamline processes, and drive efficiency. Leverage your expertise to resolve challenges a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower a global team by architecting and governing the Enterprise Data Platform, ensuring reliability and excellence. Be hands-on in platform design while collaborating across engineering, analytics...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team driving innovation in architecture, guiding technical strategies for high-performance applications and enhancing system integrations while leading best practices in development processes...

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  •   8 - 10 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.