IT Technical Lead Jobs

Explore IT Technical Lead opportunities that combine hands-on technical expertise with the ability to guide teams and deliver complex technology initiatives. IT technical leads help shape architecture, set engineering standards, solve challenging problems, and align technical decisions with business goals. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced technology professionals find their next leadership role.

What Does an IT Technical Lead Do?

An IT Technical Lead provides technical direction for a team, project, or product area. Responsibilities may include evaluating system designs, reviewing code, establishing development practices, coordinating delivery, mentoring engineers, and communicating risks and progress to stakeholders. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on software development, infrastructure, cloud platforms, cybersecurity, data systems, or enterprise applications.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a strong foundation in software engineering or IT operations, experience designing and supporting production systems, and the ability to make sound technical decisions. Valuable qualifications can include expertise in cloud services, system architecture, DevOps, databases, security, or agile delivery. Communication, collaboration, prioritization, and mentorship are also essential, as technical leads connect implementation details with broader team and business needs.

Career Paths for IT Technical Leads

IT Technical Leads may advance into roles such as Engineering Manager, Principal Engineer, Solutions Architect, Director of Engineering, or Head of IT. The right path depends on whether you want to deepen your technical specialization, take on people-management responsibilities, or influence technology strategy across an organization.

Find IT Technical Lead Jobs on Ladders

Browse IT Technical Lead jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review opportunities by location, work arrangement, industry, and technical focus, then identify positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Drive IT Service Management excellence by overseeing ServiceNow integration and support for critical U.S. Government missions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance ITSM processes and ensure effect...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of automating workflows across teams by building AI agents using Claude and Microsoft Copilot. Collaborate with various departments to identify automation opportunities, ensuring securi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate security and efficiency in cloud environments by designing and automating secure CI/CD pipelines, ensuring compliance and reliability for regulated applications in a FedRAMP High setting, whil...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading vulnerability management to enhance security posture. Collaborate with technical teams to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, ensuring a resilient infrastructure and co...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with our Mainframe Engineering team as a senior zOS System Programmer, tackling complex issues, managing infrastructure projects, and providing technical guidance while ensuring high...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $189K *

Architect comprehensive testing strategies and oversee automation efforts for a vital supply chain management system. Lead a team to ensure effective test cycles and enhance capabilities, delivering a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic technology leadership to clients, translating business needs into actionable technology roadmaps and budgets. Collaborate with executives to enhance productivit...

British Columbia, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower strategic data initiatives by leading design, development, and analytics projects. Drive data migration, modernize data solutions, and ensure quality standards while collaborating with stakeho...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $320K *

Transform AI adoption and engineering efficiency by leading cross-functional initiatives and driving the strategic integration of innovative technologies across products, ensuring measurable outcomes...

Bellevue, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of innovative AI applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect solutions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable, secure systems that al...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$62K - $139K *

Champion data integrity by designing and executing comprehensive test plans for ETL processes and large-scale data platforms, ensuring quality and accuracy across systems while collaborating in an Agi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $122K *

Join a team that's redefining DevOps by building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, automating workflows, and enhancing service delivery in AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliabl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Drive the administration of core SaaS platforms, ensuring seamless integration and functionality across systems. Collaborate with teams to document standards, automate tasks, and support business func...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $129K *

Develop strategic partnerships to enhance ServiceNow's ecosystem, driving revenue and market advantage through innovative go-to-market strategies and collaboration with ISVs, while achieving key perfo...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Optimize IT service operations by enhancing ServiceNow workflows and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to deliver reliable services and measurable outcomes in a remote environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $185K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading complex projects, mentoring engineers, and driving technical excellence across teams. Collaborate on strategic initiatives to enhance reliability and...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing a skilled data engineering team, ensuring quality workflows and establishing data standards. Drive innovative solutions for efficient data ingestion and delivery across ent...

Harrisburg, PARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Build your career as a Software Architect, driving Cloud-Native solutions for the Royal Canadian Navy. Collaborate on innovative projects, enhance operational readiness, and develop cutting-edge train...

Ottawa, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive complex project implementations by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance. Leverage Salesforce expertise to optimize processes and foster client relations...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex IT projects, ensuring timely completion and customer satisfaction through data analysis and effective communication across teams...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $215K *

Unlock potential by leading AI architecture solutions that empower clients through innovative design, hands-on implementation, and strategic guidance, ensuring successful adoption of cutting-edge tech...

Virginia, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Champion the advancement of information security by overseeing operations, incident responses, risk assessments, and security process enhancements. Collaborate effectively to improve security protocol...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a key technical resource, ensuring operational excellence and system reliability within IBM infrastructure while collaborating with cross-functional teams...

Louisiana, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $100K *

Empower program success by managing daily operations and documentation for a key transformation initiative, coordinating across teams, maintaining accurate records, and supporting financial and admini...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of an AI-driven product, shaping strategy, roadmap, and execution for enterprise content insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance adoption and value in regulated sec...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an IT Technical Lead?question toggle

    An IT Technical Lead guides technical decisions and delivery for a team, project, or product area. The role typically combines deep technical expertise with coordination, communication, and mentorship.

  • What qualifications do IT Technical Lead jobs require?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for substantial experience in software engineering or IT, system design skills, and expertise in relevant technologies. Leadership, problem-solving, and clear communication are also important.

  • How much do IT Technical Leads earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by experience, location, industry, and technical specialization. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • What career paths can follow an IT Technical Lead role?question toggle

    Possible next steps include Principal Engineer, Solutions Architect, Engineering Manager, Director of Engineering, or senior IT leadership, depending on your interests and experience.

  • Where can I find IT Technical Lead jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders lists vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Search IT Technical Lead roles and filter listings to find opportunities aligned with your skills and preferences.