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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$100K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic software development team to innovate and deliver high-quality applications. Collaborate across functions, guiding architectural decisions while ensuring project success through effecti...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$231K - $331K *

Grow your career with a Principal Engineer role where you will advance Tetragon's security and observability features, design high-performance data pipelines, and lead architectural innovations across...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$231K - $331K *

Lead the charge in enhancing Tetragon's observability and security capabilities. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to architect high-performance systems and tackle complex challenges in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of legal technology by building scalable cloud solutions that drive customer value. Collaborate and innovate with a team committed to delivering high-quality software and embracing AI...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate software innovation by developing robust applications that integrate LLM capabilities and enhance legal technology solutions through collaboration and agile practices...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $135K *

Unlock potential by developing scalable, secure, full-stack SaaS solutions that enhance the legal industry's productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and deliver impactful sof...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $170K *

Join a team that's transforming legal technology through innovative GenAI solutions. As a Software Engineer, you'll collaborate on dynamic projects, lead virtual teams, and drive advancements that ele...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $185K *

Drive innovative software solutions in wealth management by developing and optimizing complex web services, enhancing system scalability, and collaborating within a dynamic team using cutting-edge tec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

As a Senior Backend Engineer at David AI, you will design and maintain production-grade backend services that handle terabytes of audio data. You will collaborate with various teams to build scalable...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead and inspire a software engineering team to innovate our osmometer platforms, managing full product lifecycle activities in a regulated environment. Drive technical excellence and strategic softwa...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $306K *

Lead the charge in managing software architecture and development practices for large-scale cloud systems. Inspire teams to enhance existing frameworks while addressing complex software-related challe...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $306K *

Innovate solutions in a dynamic software engineering division, managing development tasks, enhancing architecture, and guiding teams through complex, distributed system challenges in a multi-tenant cl...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $206K *

Drive your career with an innovative team focused on building scalable SaaS solutions. Collaborate to develop cutting-edge software, enhance code quality, and deliver customer-centric products to meet...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career with a role focused on designing and implementing innovative SaaS products. Collaborate with diverse teams and take ownership of core components, driving best practices and agile s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform user interfaces into high-performance experiences by building critical features and ensuring seamless integration with backend systems, all while focusing on scalability and maintainability...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $235K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable, fault-tolerant software systems. This individual contributor role emphasizes agile development, critical thinking, and collaboration, shaping user-fr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $235K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation by designing and building scalable distributed systems. Collaborate closely with machine learning teams to enhance backend infrastructure for glob...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $206K *

Develop robust distributed systems for AI operations, architecting backend infrastructure to ensure reliable data processing and model serving. Bridge AI research and production engineering in a vital...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $137K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of scalable microservices systems. Drive innovations in cloud architecture, automate deployments, and enhance system reliability as you collaborate across teams a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $217K *

Lead the design and development of enterprise-scale applications, shaping digital architecture and enhancing engineering practices. Collaborate across teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions in fi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $235K *

Join a team that's building innovative solutions for app development and distribution. As a Software Engineer, you’ll collaborate to enhance a state-of-the-art platform, delivering high-quality produc...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to lead solid waste initiatives across Canada, driving sustainable solutions and fostering environmental stewardship in communities. Your expertise will shape infrastructure and el...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic growth and operational excellence in complex infrastructure projects while leading, mentoring, and fostering client relationships within a dynamic engineering practice...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate the development of a large-scale distributed edge compute platform leveraging your expertise in hyperscaler technologies. Drive architectural design, ensure fault tolerance, and collaborate...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 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.