Principal Engineering Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Principal Engineering Manager Do?

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.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

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.

Find Principal Engineering Manager Roles on Ladders

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.

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$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate across multiple teams to optimize performance and deliver cutt...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software development initiatives, driving operational excellence and innovation for U.S. Intelligence Community agencies. Oversee product lifecycles and mentor engineers to...

4 days ago

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

$184K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving innovative cloud solutions for U.S. Intelligence agencies. Oversee software development, manage engineering teams, and ensure operational excellence while delivering high-qu...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead complex, enterprise-level projects, shape product roadmaps, and foster collaboration between technology and business, ensuring project alignment with strategic organiza...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $260K *

Shape the future of 3D printing by leading a talented electrical engineering team. Engage in product development, navigate engineering design, drive milestones, and enhance team capability while influ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$89K - $209K *

Elevate progress at the intersection of engineering and operations by driving technical programs that enhance service onboarding, automate region builds, and ensure seamless deployment across cloud en...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $221K *

Elevate partner technology integrations by leading cross-functional programs, ensuring timely launches and quality outcomes. Drive metrics, manage dependencies, and streamline processes to enhance col...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$200K - $260K *

Champion the quarterly software release process, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering and product teams to manage schedules, dependencies, and risks wh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Transform software delivery as a Technical Program Manager, overseeing quarterly releases from planning to execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure quality, manage risks, and drive critical...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Unlock potential by leading quarterly software releases, driving cross-functional execution, and ensuring quality. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to manage schedules, dependencies, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing embedded firmware for innovative printers, ensuring quality and performance across a growing platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $190K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading a complex, multi-team program that integrates client software, backend services, and AI systems. Drive alignment across functions, ensuring a clear roadmap an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $224K *

Advance cybersecurity initiatives by defining roadmaps, establishing secure SDLC practices, and mentoring teams. Lead architecture for data protection and drive supply chain security strategies in a d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team. Drive project success, streamline processes, and support sales initiatives while staying ahead of industry trends in Building Automa...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $278K *

Unlock the potential of data by leading complex projects that drive business generation and productization of supply chain data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategies, manage ro...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $247K *

Empower product development by leading and mentoring teams of engineers. Bring your expertise to complex projects while fostering creativity, problem-solving, and collaboration within a fast-paced con...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $211K *

Join our dynamic team as you lead new product launches in hardware manufacturing. Oversee cross-functional collaborations, manage operational risks, and drive high-quality production strategies that s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in maritime technology by leading a skilled group of engineers. You'll engage directly with customers, manage deployments, and solve complex challenges in dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$101K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative AI-driven customer experience initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contact center operations, leveraging cutting-edge technologies...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $326K *

Lead and optimize a high-performing engineering team to shape LinkedIn's foundational compute infrastructure, driving innovation and excellence in large-scale systems and cloud-native technologies for...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform engineering capabilities by leading a skilled team, enhancing internal training, and engaging in impactful projects, ensuring operational excellence in food and beverage processing environme...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$240K - $333K *

Transform the future of data center security by leading strategic programs that enhance operational technology health and infrastructure controls. Drive innovation and manage a global team to ensure r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $400K *

Lead the charge in designing and building robust systems for AI agent configuration, training, and monitoring. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver user-friendly solutions that...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $400K *

Explore a pivotal role in shaping AI agent systems, driving innovation through self-serve functionalities and robust monitoring tools. Collaborate closely with product and design teams to deliver impa...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $234K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in systems engineering, overseeing operations, and driving performance excellence across multiple domains while ensuring customer satisfaction and strateg...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Principal Engineering Manager?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.

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    You can browse Principal Engineering Manager listings on Ladders and review each role's responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.