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 - $166K *

Join a team that's redefining security by driving complex, cross-functional programs that integrate AI-powered solutions and cloud-based access management, ensuring high-quality delivery and strategic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower software innovation by leading a team to develop scalable, secure solutions. Drive technical strategy, mentor engineers, and integrate AI in projects to enhance productivity, ensuring high sta...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Join a high-performance engineering team to tackle complex architectural challenges, drive technical strategies, and shape AI capabilities for scalable platforms serving billions of messages in real-t...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance efficiency for stakeholders while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across global teams to meet evolving busin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engage in refining and deploying cutting-edge autonomous systems for real-world maritime operations. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, utilizing real-time data to enhance performance an...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $274K *

Transform your career by leading the development of innovative Azure cloud products. Mentor teams, ensure critical operations, and drive improvements in system performance and reliability while embody...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead transformative engineering efforts in high-performance heat-treating solutions. Guide Mechanical and Electrical Engineering teams while collaborating on innovative product designs and processes t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$137K - $315K *

Elevate your career by leading engineering teams to develop innovative software solutions. Manage multiple projects while driving process improvements and fostering talent in a dynamic, collaborative...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance manufacturing excellence by leading the design and optimization of automated production systems for medical devices, ensuring compliance from concept through commercialization while mentoring...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading quality improvement strategies across multi-site dental health operations, enhancing preventive care outcomes through collaboration, project management, and data-driven...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Drive improvement strategies for preventive dental health outcomes by coordinating complex projects across multiple teams. Partner closely with leadership to enhance quality performance in dental serv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $300K *

Join a team that's transforming infrastructure management by leading senior engineers on high-stakes cloud initiatives, ensuring resilience and continuity while fostering technical excellence and cros...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$137K - $170K *

Empower engineering excellence by leading cross-functional teams in project oversight, design and development of advanced systems while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to technical specificatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $177K *

Champion engineering excellence and program success by leading cross-functional teams. Oversee technical health, schedule integrity, and deliverables of a major maritime defense program, ensuring inno...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $206K *

Optimize user experience by developing native iOS features, collaborating across teams, and ensuring high-quality software. Drive technical leadership and engineering practices for impactful mobile ap...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the automotive SaaS landscape by building agentic AI systems that make decisions and optimize workflows autonomously. Drive innovation from code to production, impacting thousands of dealer...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing agentic AI systems for a high-scale automotive SaaS platform. Own technical architecture, drive AI-driven automation, and mentor teams to deliver innovative solutions tha...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $274K *

Join us to drive product development in Azure cloud, shaping solutions for critical customer workloads. Lead, mentor, and innovate throughout the end-to-end development lifecycle while ensuring high s...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion the technical direction and lead complex projects as a Senior Software Engineer, mentoring a talented team while delivering high-impact products and infrastructure to scale our fast-growing b...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Join a team that's committed to engineering excellence across development and construction projects. You will monitor processes, integrate best practices, manage consultants, and ensure compliance whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$170K - $205K *

Empower our team by developing scalable cloud infrastructure solutions using AWS. Your expertise in Python, Java, and Node.js will drive our ICAM initiatives, enhancing user authentication and policy...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in enhancing developer productivity by shaping strategies, defining effective workflows, and influencing cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven solutions that empower engineers an...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive your career forward as you develop cutting-edge cloud solutions, enhancing cross-team visibility and operational efficiency through innovative FinOps tooling and seamless cloud onboarding experi...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Elevate cloud engineering capabilities by designing and developing FinOps tools that enhance cloud cost visibility and optimization, streamlining onboarding for development teams and ensuring operatio...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $185K *

Join a leading team to empower technical support excellence, driving customer satisfaction while developing a strong engineering workforce. Collaborate cross-functionally to innovate solutions and enh...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.