Explore Principal Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, where experienced technology professionals can find vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more. Principal Engineering Managers guide engineering teams, shape technical strategy, and help organizations deliver reliable, scalable products and platforms.
Principal Engineering Managers combine people leadership with deep technical judgment. They may lead multiple teams or a major engineering function, coach managers and senior engineers, establish engineering standards, and partner with product, design, and business leaders. Their work often includes aligning technical roadmaps with company priorities, improving delivery practices, and addressing complex architectural or organizational challenges.
Employers commonly look for a record of leading engineering organizations and delivering complex software or infrastructure initiatives. Valuable qualifications may include technical depth in relevant systems, strategic planning, talent development, cross-functional communication, and experience with cloud platforms, distributed systems, security, or data technologies. Requirements vary by company and industry.
Browse Principal Engineering Manager jobs and compare opportunities by responsibilities, location, and employer. Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover opportunities aligned with their leadership background and career goals. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and application instructions.
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of product design by leading innovative initiatives, driving user insights, and enhancing user experiences across multiple platforms. Collaborate closely with product and engineering...
Today
Program Manager, Cybersecurity
$100K - $120K *
Lead and manage diverse cybersecurity programs, ensuring timely delivery and client success through effective communication and strategic planning. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service qua...
2 weeks ago
$100K - $110K *
Drive successful project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder engagement. Ensure alignment with business objectives and quality standards throughout...
1 week ago
Principal Analog Layout Design Engineer/Lead
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of high-speed analog design by leading layout development for complex analog and mixed-signal IP blocks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success w...
6 days ago
Principal Analog Layout Design Engineer/Lead
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in high-speed analog layout design for cutting-edge optical communication systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure first-pass silicon success while mentoring junior e...
6 days ago
Senior Principal Architect - Enterprise Solutions Architecture
$183K - $255K *
Lead the charge in defining enterprise architecture strategies that drive modernization and transformation across technology domains, engaging stakeholders and mentoring teams to achieve excellence in...
6 days ago
Senior Software Engineer, SRE and Production Engineering - DGX Cloud
$152K - $287K *
Join a team that builds and operates large-scale GPU infrastructure for AI workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop automation and tools, ensuring reliability and efficiency in pr...
4 weeks ago
Staff Software Engineer | Platform Team
$225K - $260K *
Lead the charge in enhancing our platform's foundation. Tackle complex systems, improve developer tooling, and drive AI tool adoption to elevate engineering practices and platform performance across a...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive the creative vision as a Senior Manager of Visual Design, leading a talented team to elevate our brand's visual identity across multiple channels while ensuring high-quality execution and innova...
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$93K - $166K *
Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...
Reposted 4 days ago
$146K - $282K *
Engineer high-quality software solutions, mentor team members, and drive architectural decisions in an AI-driven environment, ensuring excellence and collaboration across product development...
2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Payments Platform
$186K - $236K *
Lead the design and development of scalable payment solutions, shaping the future of money movement for small businesses. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver resilient engineering solutions whil...
2 weeks ago
Technical Product Manager - Search and Discovery
$116K - $146K *
Develop customer-centric digital product strategies and deliver innovative solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring quality and efficiency in the plumbing and HVAC supply chain...
Reposted 2 days ago
Hardware Integration Project Manager (Facilities & Equipment) - EV Construction Management
$140K - $160K *
Unlock potential by leading hardware integration projects from prototype to deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure product viability in real-world environments while managing ri...
6 days ago
$160K - $200K *
Join a team that's scaling global revenue operations. As a strategic partner to the CRO, you'll drive operational excellence, manage initiatives, and influence key decisions in a fast-paced environmen...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Sr. Regional Web Product Manager
$131K - $155K *
Drive regional website strategy for multiple international markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, support AEO/SEO initiatives, and manage web performance metrics. Lead exp...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
AI Deployment Engineer/Manager
$80K - $95K *
Champion the deployment of cutting-edge AI systems in diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless installation and operation of hardware and software, while providing exceptional c...
Today
$130K - $160K *
Shape the future of AI governance by leading a dedicated team to drive responsible adoption and implementation of AI solutions, guiding stakeholders towards high-value opportunities while ensuring com...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Drive customer success by leading enterprise engagements and deploying AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational impact and long-term partnerships, enhancing efficien...
2 weeks ago
Director - Digital Platform Engineering
$204K - $316K *
Join a dynamic leadership team to drive innovative platform strategies, manage cross-functional engineering teams, and shape the future of AI-enabled solutions through advanced cloud services and cutt...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Advanced Specialist, Project Management
$125K - $135K *
Lead the charge in driving strategic project delivery across multiple squads, ensuring alignment with business priorities and effective communication among stakeholders. Utilize program management exp...
1 week ago
$130K - $160K *
Lead engineering efforts by writing production code and mentoring a team. Drive modernization initiatives through Java microservices while managing performance and growth of engineers. Collaborate wit...
4 days ago
Principal Cloud Engineer - AI Platform
$175K - $250K *
Shape the cloud infrastructure for AI agents, ensuring secure, scalable solutions that enhance customer workflows. Lead architectural decisions, establish standards, and drive innovation in a dynamic...
1 week ago
Senior Program Engineer, IT Services & Cloud Operations
$120K - $150K *
Drive complex federal platform initiatives, enhancing security, compliance, and infrastructure through innovative engineering solutions and cross-functional leadership...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Drive the integration of AI features into measurement products, owning architecture and delivery. Collaborate with a small team to implement natural-language processing, validation, and workflow assis...
2 weeks ago
What is a Principal Engineering Manager?
A Principal Engineering Manager is a senior technology leader who guides engineering teams or functions, sets technical and organizational direction, and works with partners across the business to deliver important products and systems.
What qualifications are typically required for Principal Engineering Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers often seek extensive software or systems engineering experience, a history of leading teams or managers, sound technical judgment, and strong skills in strategy, communication, and talent development.
How much do Principal Engineering Managers earn?
Compensation depends on factors such as location, company, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for available salary information.
Where can I find Principal Engineering Manager jobs?
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