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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$114K - $252K *

Drive the technical execution of high-impact government programs by leading a distributed engineering team. Ensure delivery quality on complex software solutions within a modern data lake environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Lead technical execution and delivery for a large-scale government program, overseeing a distributed team of engineers to realize complex data solutions and cultivate customer relationships for missio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $124K *

Explore a career that enhances project success by managing requirements throughout the aerospace project lifecycle, promoting best practices, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Collaborate...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative electro-mechanical systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive product development and optimize the design, testing, and evaluation of complex hardware subsyst...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$93K - $125K *

Manage and direct all aspects of contract execution to meet cost, schedule, and performance goals. You will oversee programs, lead teams, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders throughou...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's leading software architecture and development while mentoring engineers. Shape technical strategies, ensure quality, and drive innovation in a collaborative environment focused on e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining product design for rugged environments. Take charge of building reliable, impactful hardware while collaborating with engineers to ensure designs excel under real-world c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a hands-on role leading mechanical design for durable sensor systems, from inception through production. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$400K - $500K *

Explore and lead a talented team of engineers in shaping ML infrastructure. Drive system design and execution while fostering collaboration and excellence in building reliable, scalable, and performan...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Champion innovation and lead a diverse team of engineers in developing scalable infrastructure solutions, aligning technical roadmaps with business goals while fostering a culture of collaboration and...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $135K *

Transform software delivery by designing and developing modern Java applications, enhancing user interaction, and automating processes to ensure operational efficiency while migrating legacy systems t...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality glazing projects. Lead the strategic oversight of complex installations, ensuring success from design to completion while collaborating with div...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $140K *

Empower your future by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop innovative solutions. Oversee technical direction, foster strong collaboration, and ensure high-quality outcomes while nurturing te...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead cross-functional engineering programs to develop advanced defense solutions, ensuring successful project execution from planning through delivery. This role calls for a hands-on leader passionate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading complex development programs across hardware, software, and systems integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve mission-critical objectives...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $187K *

Lead cross-functional infrastructure initiatives, shape platform standards, and enhance cloud reliability and observability tools, ensuring our product teams have the best paths to adopt and innovate...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $206K *

Innovate security practices as a Senior TPM, leading strategies that embed secure development across teams, ensure compliance, and drive cultural change for a scalable security-first organization...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $206K *

Shape the future of product security by embedding secure practices into development, driving organizational change, and partnering with executives to align security with business goals while enabling...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead and coordinate software development activities while designing, testing, and debugging solutions that address business challenges using effective programming techniques and standards throughout t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate the delivery of advanced data analytics and AI capabilities by leading a full stack software engineering team. You will implement scalable solutions that ensure data integrity, security, an...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Create innovative software solutions by leading development life cycles, applying standards and collaborating on complex problem-solving in fast-paced environments. Utilize game engine technology expe...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate software engineering excellence by providing critical technical support and leadership throughout the system lifecycle, ensuring scalable and user-focused solutions while collaborating with di...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge software for missile defense technologies. Collaborate within a dynamic team to design, code, and test advanced systems, leveraging agile methodologies for e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with teams to design, develop, and optimize software solutions, enhancing system performance while continuously advancing your engineering skills in an agile environm...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative software solutions through design, coding, and testing. Collaborate with experts in a dynamic environment to enhance skills while driving performance and customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   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.