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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$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT solutions by driving revenue growth, building strategic client relationships, and implementing Cloud, Data & AI initiatives with major brands. Your impact w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Engage in frontline cyber investigations to safeguard AI systems from malicious threats. Analyze flagged telemetry, evaluate cyber prompts, and enhance automated safety classifiers while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$144K - $288K *

Transform enterprise technology by leading modernization initiatives, enhancing engineering practices, and enabling responsible AI adoption across diverse platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$99K - $164K *

Drive impactful data-driven projects by leading a diverse team in fraud detection and prevention. Manage contract delivery, timelines, and client relationships while ensuring effective communication a...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $220K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security tooling for compliance and cybersecurity. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate security checks, ensuring a robust pipeline that balances speed and secur...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Champion high-availability database platforms, driving automation and cloud modernization. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance reliability and performance across hybrid environments, ensurin...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Transform manufacturing processes by designing and implementing advanced PLC/HMI control systems for food and beverage plants, ensuring optimal performance and efficiency through innovative automation...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$166K - $238K *

Transform high-volume DNS resolver systems as a key engineer, driving exceptional performance in mission-critical environments. Collaborate with teams to develop services on AWS and OpenStack, ensurin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data operations by leading collection strategies for terabyte-scale data. Oversee field operations, ensure data reliability, and collaborate with engineering teams to optimize performance and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Unlock technical excellence by providing critical support for product implementations, ensuring seamless installations and troubleshooting for diverse technologies. Collaborate with teams to enhance c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$151K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a national technical authority, guiding strategic NetApp solutions across enterprise infrastructure, hybrid cloud, and modern data centers while fostering collaboration...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise production shipping by driving innovative strategies, enhancing multi-DC platforms, and ensuring customer success across diverse industries, while operating...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a full stack engineer, collaborating in an agile team to develop innovative applications and features, while leveraging cutting-edge AI technologies to enhance product offerin...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$90K - $120K *

Transform your career by developing cutting-edge cloud storage solutions. Collaborate within an Agile team to design, deliver, and maintain features that enhance medical imaging services, ensuring hig...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $145K *

Contribute to the development of a cloud storage solution, designing and delivering features for a medical imaging platform. Collaborate within an Agile team, taking ownership of the development lifec...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $167K *

Transform your future by leading a dynamic team of electrical engineers in our Mission Critical Department. Elevate project outcomes while driving accountability, fostering growth, and cultivating inn...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $119K *

Unlock potential by managing our Azure environment, focusing on Azure Virtual Desktop and FSLogix. This hands-on role requires strong technical skills, problem-solving abilities, and a customer-centri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $177K *

Elevate your career by mastering Oracle software engineering in a dynamic, remote environment. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance database performance and support critical applications while d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive exceptional customer support by resolving complex technical issues, managing firewall deployments, and mentoring junior technicians while ensuring adherence to service level agreements and enhan...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $114K *

Inspire a team of HVAC technicians in optimizing systems for data centers. This leadership role drives operational excellence, ensuring seamless maintenance and customer satisfaction in a highly techn...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Empower your career as you lead a skilled HVAC team focused on data centers, ensuring their operational excellence. Oversee maintenance and optimize systems for peak performance, while fostering safet...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Lead a driven team of HVAC technicians managing data center systems. Ensure optimal performance, mentor staff, and uphold service excellence while innovating solutions in a fast-paced, high-demand env...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Drive a team of HVAC technicians, ensuring peak performance of data center systems. Oversee installations, maintenance, and compliance while enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $114K *

Take ownership of HVAC system operations in data centers, leading a team of technicians to ensure optimal performance, maintenance, and compliance with industry standards, while prioritizing safety an...

Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $256K *

Transform the landscape of data management by leading a multi-year program that integrates governance, risk, and stakeholder alignment across diverse workstreams in a regulated banking environment, en...

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  •   8 - 10 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.