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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$150K - $180K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic team to enhance and support the da Vinci emulator, driving innovation and collaboration across engineering teams while managing complex projects and ensuring high-quality de...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of the financial systems architecture, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence across Procure to Pay and FP&A processes, while leading the implementation of foundationa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $165K *

Lead the design and architecture of innovative PNT software solutions. Collaborate with teams to ensure high-quality software development in a dynamic, agile environment while engaging with customers...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $165K *

Drive the design and architecture of advanced PNT software products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Enhance systems based on a patented space technology i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $165K *

Lead the design and architecture of innovative satellite PNT software solutions. Collaborate with experts, manage product backlogs, and develop high-quality applications using modern programming langu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Lead projects from inception to completion, ensuring cost-effective execution and team coordination across multiple locations while fostering stakeholder relationships and delivering high-quality proj...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Engage in leading diverse projects, ensuring effective execution and stakeholder satisfaction. Drive performance with strong project management skills while collaborating with teams across various loc...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager to lead multifaceted projects, ensuring efficient execution of contracts while managing teams across locations. Your strategic insights will drive successful t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of advanced transportation solutions by leading system architecture development for traffic sensing and control technologies, ensuring systems are integrated, reliable, and scalable f...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by designing and building scalable web applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver innovative software solutions, ensuring performance, security, and user satisfaction...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engage in a critical hands-on role managing a portfolio of technical data and AI products. Drive product development from concept through launch while collaborating with stakeholders to translate comp...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to transform AI solutions with robust delivery. Drive enterprise deployments while defining delivery standards and optimizing tools to maximize customer impact. Champion growth thr...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer cutting-edge solutions in AI-powered workforce management, transforming real-time support operations while leveraging existing complexities for efficient decision-making in a live environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $208K *

Unlock groundbreaking advancements in aviation by leading systems engineering efforts for autonomous UAM technology, ensuring compliance and development of vital software and hardware for Flight Test...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $210K *

Deliver operational excellence by managing Linux VMs and Kubernetes clusters across diverse cloud platforms, ensuring optimal performance, security compliance, and seamless integration while supportin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $110K *

Transform project management by successfully delivering complex electronic system projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet diverse client needs on time and within budget...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $164K *

Develop innovative platform strategies while leading a global team to engineer and manage enterprise IT solutions that enhance governance and deliver measurable impact for a diverse workforce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $164K *

Tackle global platform engineering challenges by leading a talented team, designing resilient architectures, and optimizing enterprise applications to enhance efficiency and governance across IT and b...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $266K *

Drive your career with a pioneering role that leads cloud transformation initiatives, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and influences technology strategy to deliver scalable, secure, and high...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $266K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud technology, leading innovative solutions in secure, scalable, and high-performing enterprise platforms through collaboration across all technology and bu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $266K *

Elevate your career by leading cloud technology innovations and driving enterprise solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance scalability and security in cloud architecture. Influen...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your leadership skills to guide a dynamic engineering team in delivering innovative Salesforce solutions while ensuring operational excellence and adhering to best practices in security and pr...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead a talented team to innovate and deliver cloud-based Salesforce solutions that enhance user experiences, while managing project execution and adhering to healthcare security standards...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $287K *

Lead the evolution of cutting-edge AI infrastructure, driving technical excellence and innovation. Shape large-scale data operations, focusing on efficient data management and high-impact features whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $187K *

Lead a team of engineers and support professionals delivering top-tier technical solutions. Drive customer satisfaction by bridging sales, product development, and engineering while fostering talent a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.