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Software Management Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Software Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Contribute to design, development and maintain Software Management and Diagnostic Tools. * Build automated software solutions for provisioning, monitoring, configuration and troubleshooting across ...

Software Engineer

San Jose, CA ยท On-site

$100K - $115K/yr

Contribute to design, development and maintain Software Management and Diagnostic Tools. * Build automated software solutions for provisioning, monitoring, configuration and troubleshooting across ...

Software Development Engineer

Santa Clara, CA ยท On-site

$123K - $151K/yr

Profile, optimize and tune systems software (management/control/dataplane) for efficient cloud operation. * Implement software features of high quality and on schedule. * Communicate effectively ...

Software Development Engineer

Santa Clara, CA ยท On-site

$123K - $151K/yr

Profile, optimize and tune systems software (management/control/dataplane) for efficient cloud operation * Implement software features of high quality and on schedule. * Communicate effectively, both ...

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How much do software management jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for software management in California is $140,962.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,300.00 and $167,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Software Management vs Software Development?

AspectSoftware ManagementSoftware Development
Primary FocusOverseeing software projects, teams, and processesWriting, coding, and creating software applications
Required SkillsProject management, leadership, communicationProgramming, problem-solving, technical expertise
Work EnvironmentTeam coordination, planning, client interactionDevelopment environments, coding platforms
CertificationsPMI, Scrum, Agile certificationsProgramming languages, technical certifications

Software Management focuses on leading and coordinating software projects, ensuring timely delivery and team productivity. Software Development involves creating and coding software solutions. Both roles often collaborate but differ in their core responsibilities and skill sets.

How much does a software manager get paid?

A software manager's salary typically ranges from $90,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company size. Senior roles or those in high-cost areas may earn higher compensation, often supplemented with bonuses and stock options.

What is the role of software management?

Software management involves overseeing the development, deployment, and maintenance of software projects. It includes tasks such as project planning, resource allocation, quality assurance, and ensuring timely delivery, often using tools like version control and project management software. Effective software management helps teams meet objectives and maintain high standards throughout the software lifecycle.

What cities in California are hiring for Software Management jobs?

Cities in California with the most Software Management job openings:

Infographic showing various Software Management job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,962 per year, or $67.8 per hour.

Entry level Software Configuration Management

California City, CA โ€ข On-site

AMG TECHNOLOGY
IT Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

Company Description
AMG technology driven company based in NJ with an offshore development office in India, striving to satisfy customer's needs through building robust software solutions all while meeting and exceeding customer expectations.
Job Description
National software management is looking for a technical / functional person to lead the Software Configuration Management (SCM) processes, systems, and software release execution for the business systems/IT team.
Responsibilities:
โ€ข Work closely with all business system technical teams to plan out timelines, processes, and staffing for all technology releases performed by the business systems / IT team
โ€ข Create business processes, provide oversight, and monitor all code repositories to ensure best practice software development lifecycle methodologies are adhered to
โ€ข Lead the release cycle process for all groups within the business systems / IT team
โ€ข Document release process lessons learned and track process improvement initiatives to completion
Skills & Requirements
Required:
โ€ข Strong skills in communication, both written and verbal
โ€ข Willingness to learn high technology products and services
โ€ข Demonstrated attention to detail and task focus
โ€ข Ability to lead and collaborate across diverse technical teams
โ€ข Demonstrated leadership skills
โ€ข Intellectually curious
โ€ข High personal integrity with an entrepreneurial spirit
โ€ข Knowledge of, in, managing the software development lifecycle
Qualifications
Education / Certifications:
โ€ข Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Communications, Business, Business Management, Business Administration, Information Systems
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.