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Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers building the Hatch and Unity platforms. * Partner with product management and business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable ...

TSI, Inc.

Director of Software Engineering

Shoreview, MN · On-site

$255K/yr

Directly manage a team of Software Engineering supervisors and/or senior engineers (typically 4-8 direct reports), with indirect oversight of 20+ engineers * Own hiring strategy, conduct regular 1:1s ...

E-Space

Head of Software Engineering

Arlington, TX · On-site

$227K/yr

As Director or VP of Software Engineering, you will own the full software engineering organization ... Hire, mentor, and develop engineering managers and senior/staff engineers into future technical ...

E-Space

Head of Software Engineering

Saratoga, CA · On-site

$279K/yr

As Director or VP of Software Engineering, you will own the full software engineering organization ... Hire, mentor, and develop engineering managers and senior/staff engineers into future technical ...

FNF Group

Director of Software Engineering

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Experience** + 5+ years' experience of managing and mentoring multiple development and QA teams ... software engineering practices through the entire software development lifecycle. + Experience in ...

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As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager of software engineering in the United States is $169,381.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $173,000.00 and $173,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Of Software Engineering vs Software Development Manager?

AspectManager Of Software EngineeringSoftware Development Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple engineering teams, manages technical strategy, and aligns projects with business goals.Manages software development projects, leads development teams, and ensures timely delivery of software products.
Required SkillsTechnical leadership, project management, cross-team coordination, and strategic planning.Development process expertise, team management, and project execution skills.
Work EnvironmentTypically in larger organizations with multiple engineering teams, involved in high-level planning.Often in software companies or tech teams, focused on project delivery and team management.

The Manager Of Software Engineering generally has broader responsibilities, overseeing multiple teams and aligning technical strategies with business objectives. In contrast, a Software Development Manager focuses more on managing specific development projects and teams to deliver software products efficiently.

What does a manager of software engineering do?

A manager of software engineering oversees software development teams, coordinates project planning, and ensures timely delivery of high-quality software products. They manage resources, set technical priorities, and collaborate with stakeholders, often using tools like Agile methodologies and project management software. Strong leadership, communication, and technical knowledge are essential for this role.
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Infographic showing various Manager Of Software Engineering job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $169,381 per year, or $81.4 per hour.

Manager of Software Engineering

Strategic Employment

Chattanooga, TN

$150K/yr

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

My client, a Chattanooga-based equipment leasing and finance company, is looking for a Manager, Software Engineering to lead a small, mixed-stack engineering team (2 .NET developers and 1 Salesforce architect). In this role, you'll spend most of your time on people leadership — coaching, delivery, and stakeholder alignment — with about a quarter of your time on architecture and technical direction.

Manager, Software Engineering

Full time, direct hire

Onsite in Chattanooga, TN

Salary $150k

Responsibilities

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a team of software engineers (2 .NET developers, 1 Salesforce architect), providing technical guidance, coaching, and professional development.
  • Guide responsible adoption of AI-assisted development tools (coding, documentation, testing, workflow automation), ensuring outputs are reviewed and validated.
  • Manage resource allocation, workload balancing, and delivery timelines across mixed .NET/Salesforce workstreams.
  • Provide architectural guidance and technical direction on team projects (roughly 25% of the role).
  • Ensure adherence to coding standards, best practices, and quality assurance through code reviews and technical leadership.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, requirements, timelines, and deliverables.
  • Manage project priorities, risks, issues, and escalations, ensuring timely resolution and delivery.
  • Coordinate cross-training across the .NET and Salesforce sides of the team.
  • Serve as liaison with external vendors and technology partners on select projects.
  • Communicate technical concepts, project updates, risks, and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences.

    Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 8+ years of software development experience in the .NET ecosystem
  • Proven experience managing/leading an engineering team
  • Strong experience with C#, .NET, JavaScript, Python, and/or Java.
  • Experience with Agile development methodologies.
  • Strong understanding of SDLC methodologies, software architecture, and modern engineering best practices.
  • Working knowledge of AI-assisted development concepts (prompt engineering basics, model-assisted coding workflows, responsible AI governance).
  • Nice-to-have (not required): Salesforce, Databricks, Azure Functions, Azure Web Services, Azure SQL Services, responsive web application development.
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Strategic Employment Partners (SEP) was founded in 2007, serving companies in the Greater Los Angeles area by providing Technology Recruiting and Placement Services. With the combined experience of our seasoned professionals, SEP quickly began to build strong partnerships and provide curated talent for some of the largest and fastest growing companies in Los Angeles. Since then, SEP has expanded its operations and currently has eight divisions nationwide.

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51 - 200 Employees

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Los Angeles, CA, US

Year founded

2006

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