Remote Software Development Manager Jobs

Remote software development manager jobs are open across the U.S. in software, fintech, healthtech, and enterprise SaaS, at remote-first companies and distributed engineering teams hiring at the senior and staff levels. Employers hiring remotely right now include CVS Health, Zillow, and BeyondTrust. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles200+
Top employerCVS Health
Top industryInsurance
Top credentialMaster's degree in business administration
Companies hiring66

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Software Development Engineer in Test
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Software Development Engineer in Test
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Remote
Data Analytics
Data Engineering
Data Science
$85k - $100k/yr
Remote (US)
ISTQB Certification
51-200

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Software Development Engineer
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Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Wisconsin
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Technical Program Management
$72k - $144k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Software Development Engineer
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Software Development Engineer
CVS Health
Pennsylvania
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$72k - $144k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Software Development Manager
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Software Development Manager
PATIENT ACCOUNTING SERVICE CENTER
Houston, Texas
Business Operations
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
$140k - $150k/yr
Remote (US)

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DSCA Full Stack Front-End Developer Mid (Software Development Analyst)
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DSCA Full Stack Front-End Developer Mid (Software Development Analyst)
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Arlington, Virginia
Cloud & DevOps
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$110k - $135k/yr
Remote (US)
Master's degree
10,000+

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Remote Software Development Manager Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • CVS Health
    CVS Health116
  • Zillow
    Zillow7
  • BeyondTrust
    BeyondTrust4
  • Lockheed Martin
    Lockheed Martin4
  • Cambia Health Solutions
    Cambia Health Solutions3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance35
  • Technology & Software6
  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Fintech2
  • Electronics & Hardware1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in remote software development manager jobs.

  • 5 or more years of software engineering experience with at least 2 years in a people management role
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional engineering teams through full software development lifecycles
  • Strong proficiency in agile methodologies including Scrum and Kanban
  • Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field
  • Excellent communication skills for translating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders

Tips for Your Remote Software Development Manager Job Search

Apply early to remote roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists remote software development manager openings from across the U.S. in one place. Search roles that match your stack and leadership level, then apply directly before postings fill. Early applicants get more attention from distributed hiring teams.

Show your async leadership style upfront

Remote hiring managers look for written communication before the first interview. Lead your resume and cover letter with examples of running distributed teams, writing clear engineering specs, and delivering roadmap updates in tools like Confluence or Notion.

Highlight cross-timezone delivery experience

Remote software development manager candidates who can name teams they've coordinated across multiple time zones move faster in hiring pipelines. Be specific about how you ran standups, handled blockers, and kept delivery on track without co-located visibility.

Prepare for a remote leadership interview format

Remote interviews for this role often include a written case study or async video screen before live rounds. Practice articulating how you set engineering goals, handle underperformance, and prioritize technical debt in a written format, not just a verbal one.

Remote Software Development Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a remote software development manager job?

Remote software development manager roles go to candidates who can demonstrate leadership without in-person presence. Distributed-team companies and remote-first SaaS firms screen heavily for async communication, written clarity, and self-directed delivery. Candidates who stand out show a history of running engineering teams across time zones, managing roadmaps in tools like Jira or Linear, and leading performance conversations without relying on daily standups.

Which companies hire remote software development managers?

Employers currently hiring remote software development managers include CVS Health, Zillow, and BeyondTrust, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Remote-first software companies, distributed fintech teams, and enterprise SaaS platforms make up the largest share of openings for this role.

Can you get a remote software development manager job with no experience?

Yes, but remote entry paths are harder because you must demonstrate independent leadership before a team has seen you operate in person. Early-career candidates do best at smaller remote-first startups, where scope is broad. Showing ownership of a side project, open-source contribution history, or a technical lead role with documented outcomes helps substitute for formal management experience.

Do you need a degree for remote software development manager jobs?

Not always. Remote employers weigh engineering output, team leadership results, and system design experience more heavily than credentials for this role. A portfolio of shipped products, measurable team performance improvements, or a history of growing engineers on distributed teams often carries more weight than a degree when a hiring manager is evaluating a remote candidate.

Which industries hire the most remote software development managers?

Most remote software development manager openings sit in Insurance, Technology & Software, and Consulting & Professional Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors rely on distributed engineering teams and need managers who can coordinate delivery across locations and time zones without a physical office.

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