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.
$302K - $336K *
Unlock potential by leading the technical strategy for advanced autonomy systems. Drive innovation in algorithm development and data architecture, mentoring engineers while ensuring seamless integrati...
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$225K - $265K *
Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...
4 days ago
$202K - $270K *
Lead the charge in shaping the Platform Engineering team, driving technical excellence and team growth while ensuring reliable delivery and fostering a culture of continuous improvement across enginee...
4 days ago
$185K - $270K *
Lead and grow the Platform Engineering team, enhancing reliability and innovation. Collaborate with leadership to scale the organization, ensuring engineers deliver quality solutions while fostering a...
4 days ago
$170K - $215K *
Empower a dynamic software engineering team by leading innovative projects, enhancing development processes, and fostering technical talent. Drive collaboration and accountability while shaping the fu...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading technology implementation projects in warehouse management. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance automation and robotics, ensuring successful delivery and process optim...
1 week ago
Senior Software Development Manager, Verily Intelligence
$175K - $197K *
Elevate AI development by leading a high-performing team to build robust infrastructure for model serving and evaluation, ensuring reliable, self-service capabilities that drive innovation and efficie...
3 weeks ago
$148K - $201K *
Optimize global building controls and mechanical systems by leading technical strategies and standards. Drive innovation and sustainability initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams to enhanc...
2 weeks ago
Senior Software Engineer, Product
$200K - $400K *
Transform customer experiences by designing and building robust systems for configuring, training, and monitoring AI agents, ensuring usability for non-technical teams while maintaining powerful funct...
1 week ago
Principal Staff Software Engineer, Data Infrastructure
$231K - $378K *
Architect database performance strategies to optimize LinkedIn's data infrastructure. Lead initiatives across online and offline systems, enhancing query execution and storage efficiency while mentori...
5 days ago
Senior Technical Program Manager
$83K - $166K *
Unlock the potential of cloud infrastructure by leading transformative initiatives that enhance developer productivity and operational efficiency. Drive cross-functional programs that reshape deployme...
1 week ago
$185K *
Accelerate software development by leading a team of engineers, driving technical strategy, and ensuring delivery of scalable, customer-focused solutions with operational excellence...
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Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Help us streamline operations for a fast-growing engineering team tackling complex AI challenges. You'll enhance collaboration across departments, manage key customer programs, and drive metrics to en...
5 days ago
Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
$138K - $165K *
Drive innovative solutions in a high-visibility role, coordinating cross-team efforts to enhance platform performance and customer satisfaction while managing complex technical programs in the AI indu...
5 days ago
Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
$110K - $130K *
Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance engineering efficiency and customer satisfaction. Shape operational processes for a high-impact team tackling complex AI challenges, ensuring seamless coll...
5 days ago
Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
$135K - $160K *
Transform your career by leading cross-team initiatives in a high-impact role. Collaborate with engineers and executives to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovative so...
5 days ago
Engineering Manager - New Product Development
$120K - $145K *
Lead and mentor a dynamic engineering team in the development of innovative orthopedic products, ensuring project success through collaboration across functions and effective management of resources f...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Technical Program Manager, Forward Deployed Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Accelerate your career by leading cross-team initiatives in a high-impact role. Collaborate with engineers and executives to streamline operations, enhance customer experiences, and drive innovative s...
5 days ago
Senior Program Manager, Enterprise Data Governance
$188K - $274K *
Lead the charge in transforming enterprise data governance by optimizing workflows, establishing data standards, and enhancing supply chain operations through strategic initiatives and collaboration a...
1 week ago
$185K - $225K *
Join a team that's at the forefront of innovative project management, collaborating with scientists and engineers to drive complex client engagements. Your expertise will ensure successful delivery an...
1 week ago
$185K - $225K *
Lead the charge in managing complex client projects, collaborating with scientists and engineers to deliver innovative solutions. Your role ensures clear communication, effective organization, and suc...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure Programs
$130K - $170K *
Execute end-to-end digital onboarding of complex AI data center infrastructure, managing cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, stability, and optimization of high-performance systems for p...
Reposted 4 days ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Applied AI
$150K - $180K *
Reimagine how AI transforms business operations by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive impactful projects across Sales, Marketing, and Engineering, ensuring swift delivery and measurable outcome...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Applied AI
$160K - $190K *
Innovate with a dynamic team to drive AI transformation across business functions. Lead engineering efforts, enhance workflows, and deliver impactful solutions while fostering a culture of rapid itera...
1 week ago
Senior Engineering Manager, Applied AI
$160K - $190K *
Join a team that's redefining how AI transforms business operations. As the first engineering manager, you'll lead a lean team to build impactful AI solutions, driving measurable outcomes across Sales...
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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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