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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$132K - $245K *

Join us to lead technical vision and organizational strategy for a cloud-native software ecosystem, driving scalable solutions across global manufacturing applications while fostering engineering exce...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Transform the media landscape by developing innovative solutions that enhance video capabilities, leveraging advanced graphics programming skills and collaborative engagement across cross-functional t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $200K *

Lead the development of innovative video media solutions by leveraging C++ and Unreal Engine expertise. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance and mentor team members while driving new...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality software solutions while fostering team development, aligning cross-functional initiatives, and enhancing engineering processes for a complex software platfo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock the potential of autonomous vehicles by leading a team in developing embedded software for microcontrollers. Drive innovation and quality while collaborating across teams to ensure safety, reli...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$272K - $368K *

Innovate the future of quality engineering by leading and transforming teams to enhance product delivery through automation and proactive engagement across our global cybersecurity platform...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $164K *

Build impactful software solutions as part of the Precision Health Platform, focusing on scalable components, APIs, and user interfaces. Collaborate across teams and leverage your expertise to advance...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$260K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing and deploying robust containerized software, manage CI/CD workflows, and grow a cohesive engineering team to enhance customer security operations and software delivery ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $280K *

Transform mission-critical software solutions by leading a skilled engineering team, driving innovative data strategies, and ensuring effective collaboration with government clients to enhance mission...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$163K - $270K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading technical excellence and fostering ownership. Drive high-impact projects, enhance team performance, and align engineering with business goals in a collabor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Empower digital transformation by leading software development and data strategies. Drive automation, enhance data quality, and unify data models in a collaborative, dynamic environment to meet compli...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the engineering development of a smart access platform, driving execution across cloud infrastructure, mobile apps, and web interfaces while managing a multi-disciplinary team to deliver secure a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Grow your career with a key application development leadership role focused on advancing our GraphQL Platform strategy while driving innovation and promoting customer satisfaction through agile practi...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead a skilled team of RTL Microarchitects and DV Engineers to drive high-speed interconnect IP development. Ensure first-pass silicon success through rigorous methodologies and cross-functional colla...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$219K - $329K *

Transform the campaign-creation experience as a Senior Software Engineering Manager, leading a dynamic team to enhance our fundraising tools. Drive innovation with hands-on leadership, focusing on qua...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing healthcare through innovative software solutions, tackling complex engineering challenges, and making a real impact on patient care in a fast-paced, collaborative en...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $234K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable software systems for on-orbit satellite operations, mentoring a team and executing technical roadmaps that enhance mission-critical services and ensure robust, e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Engage in leading RDT&E analytic tool development and semantic infrastructure. Contribute to advanced object intelligence capabilities by integrating AI, RDF/OWL, and enterprise-scale ontology managem...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovations in software engineering, developing and maintaining advanced web-based tools and applications, while driving exceptional user experiences through cutting-edge...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $204K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team, driving high-quality solutions, and fostering innovation in threat data management for scalable applications. Embrace growth, coll...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $150K *

Drive innovative software solutions by developing migration services and enhancing file processing products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficiency and high standards in a dyna...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $280K *

Drive engineering productivity by optimizing Bazel and C++ infrastructure, enhancing tooling and deployment processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to support engineers in local microservices and fi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Empower the Systems Engineering team to ensure system-level integrity. Take ownership of debugging complex cross-domain issues and develop engineers to enhance performance and reliability. Lead effort...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the evolution of high-performance, cloud-native broadband solutions. Define software strategy and ensure top-tier delivery, driving technical innovation and organizational success across distribu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$180K - $200K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of legal AI. Lead engineering efforts, foster collaboration, and drive innovation in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, creating sustainable solutions that enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.