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.
Staff Software Engineer, Product
$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
Senior Technical Program Manager, Supply Chain Data Platform
$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
$110K - $159K *
Make your mark at the forefront of innovation as a Senior Technical Project Manager, overseeing proposal development, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring successful project execu...
Reposted 4 days ago
Sr. Engineering Program Manager, Strategic Risk, Apple Services Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Lead impactful engineering programs to enhance security measures, coordinating cross-functional teams and driving proactive risk mitigation strategies while ensuring effective communication and projec...
1 week ago
Sr. Manager, Software Engineering, Compute Infrastructure
$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
Senior Staff R&D Technical Project Manager Design
$175K - $215K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI infrastructure by managing R&D programs that evaluate and advance next-gen data center technologies, ensuring seamless collaboration across engineering and e...
1 week ago
$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
Principal Engineer / Architect
$125K - $150K *
Drive innovation as a Principal Engineer/Architect, leading the design and delivery of cloud-native data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, resilient solutions that...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Propulsion Vehicle Subsystem
$165K - $290K *
Manage the strategy and execution of propulsion systems across vehicles, leading a dynamic team of engineers to deliver advanced propulsion subsystems on aggressive timelines while fostering a culture...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Propulsion Vehicle Subsystem
$165K - $290K *
Take ownership of propulsion systems strategy and execution, leading a skilled team to develop cutting-edge subsystems. Drive technical decisions while cultivating a culture of excellence, safety, and...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineering Manager - Analytics Platform
$190K - $262K *
Drive impactful data solutions by leading a team to enhance analytics platforms, ensuring high-quality insights for critical business decisions across the organization. Shape technical strategy while...
Today
Senior Engineering Manager - Analytics Platform
$190K - $262K *
Lead the charge in shaping the analytics platform, managing a team to enhance data insights across the organization. Drive technical strategy, optimize data processes, and ensure high-quality analytic...
Today
Director of Engineering Program Management, IS&T
$170K - $200K *
Lead the vision and execution of technology initiatives, managing cross-functional teams to deliver impactful programs across engineering, product, and business domains, ensuring alignment and visibil...
Today
Electrical Engineering Manager
$120K - $145K *
Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Electrical Engineering team, driving project execution, ensuring compliance, and fostering innovation to achieve operational excellence and safety in electrica...
6 days ago
Principal Engineer, Engineering Core Services
$208K - $244K *
Accelerate progress at a leading multi-product company by owning the architecture of shared services. Drive innovation in customer identity, commerce, and billing platforms while mentoring senior engi...
Today
$110K - $130K *
Advance software engineering excellence by leading a team to develop innovative solutions that enhance member care and streamline operations, ensuring compliance and high-quality delivery through coll...
5 days ago
Principal Engineer, Engineering Core Services
$208K - $244K *
Lead the charge in shaping the technical direction of shared services across multiple products. Drive architecture, mentor engineers, and ensure seamless integration of identity, commerce, and operati...
Today
Senior Technical Program Manager, Data Center PhysICS and OT Health
$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
Civil Engineering Project Manager
$100K - $120K *
Unlock potential by leading civil engineering projects from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and driving business development in...
2 weeks ago
Civil Engineering Project Manager
$95K - $115K *
Drive project success by leading civil engineering initiatives from planning to completion, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while mentoring a skilled team and fostering bus...
2 weeks ago
Engineering Program Manager, Siri AI Performance & Reliability
$145K - $175K *
Transform the future of AI by driving performance and reliability initiatives for Siri. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance responsiveness and consistency across multiple platforms, ens...
6 days ago
Senior Product Manager, Applied AI
$153K - $213K *
Drive efficiency by automating internal processes, enhancing productivity across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify bottlenecks, implement AI solutions, and ensure measurable impact on w...
2 weeks ago
$215K - $260K *
Inspire and lead a high-performing engineering team to deliver reliable, scalable software solutions by turning complex goals into actionable plans and developing skilled engineers to enhance team out...
Reposted 5 days ago
$215K - $260K *
Transform your career by leading a technical engineering team to deliver reliable software that meets real-world needs. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and shape outcomes through stron...
Reposted 5 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in managing high-impact capital projects and engineering staff. Drive innovation and efficiency at our manufacturing facility while ensuring compliance with CGMP and ISO standards. Emp...
Reposted 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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