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.
$110K - $130K *
Explore new horizons in project management, overseeing complex oil & gas projects. Lead teams, manage budgets, and ensure quality delivery while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to drive su...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Hardware Engineering, Robotics Technical Services
$179K - $243K *
Champion the development of a central hardware support function, leading multiple teams to enhance the reliability and maintainability of the world's largest robotics fleet while driving strategic ini...
1 week ago
Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure Data Centers
$160K - $190K *
Innovate your career by leading large-scale data center programs, driving end-to-end delivery from site selection to operational readiness. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastru...
Yesterday
Technical Program Manager, Infrastructure Data Centers
$135K - $160K *
Elevate program execution by managing projects, driving collaboration, and leveraging AI tools to enhance data center operations. Harness your expertise to solve complex challenges and deliver impactf...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Project/Process Manager
$99K - $158K *
Drive impactful capital projects and process improvements across manufacturing sites. Collaborate with leadership and teams to enhance equipment and operational efficiency while managing multi-million...
3 days ago
Principal Software Engineer - Engineering Acceleration
$295K - $345K *
Lead the charge in developing innovative service management tools that empower engineers to build, test, and deploy software efficiently, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to shape the f...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead and grow a dynamic team of engineers to build and enhance AI agents. Drive innovation in agent architecture, ensuring quality and compliance in a fast-paced environment while fostering a culture...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Shape your career by leading engineering teams in hybrid cloud architecture and DevSecOps. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance in complex federal environments while fostering collaborat...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead engineering initiatives in hybrid cloud architecture and data center operations. Drive continuous improvement and compliance in federal environments while managing high-performing teams and techn...
1 week ago
Aviation Engineering Design Manager
$110K - $130K *
Elevate your career as you lead a high-performing aviation engineering team, driving project delivery and business development across nationwide aviation initiatives while collaborating with architect...
4 days ago
Senior Technical Project Manager
$190K - $205K *
Drive strategic technical planning and project governance across complex network initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and align with organizational...
5 days ago
Power Electronics Engineering Manager
$160K - $215K *
Shape the future of power electronics by leading a dynamic team to innovate spacecraft power systems. Collaborate across disciplines to design, implement, and optimize cutting-edge power solutions for...
2 weeks ago
$173K - $230K *
Lead the charge in defining cloud engineering strategy and architecture standards. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions while guiding critical decis...
5 days ago
$131K - $237K *
Unlock potential by leading technical solutions for airborne ISR systems. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage project budgets, and drive innovation in sensor integration while ensuring mission align...
Today
$150K - $200K *
Unlock your potential by leading complex inertial navigation projects, bridging engineering and operations, and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical systems with precision and ex...
2 weeks ago
$173K - $230K *
Unlock potential by leading cloud engineering initiatives that define architecture standards and drive scalable, secure solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance cloud migration and operational e...
5 days ago
$120K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to lead engineering proposals and manage multi-disciplinary projects, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and high-quality deliverables while aligning with client requirements and pro...
1 week ago
Principal Tech Program Manager , Sponsored Products and Brands
$177K - $239K *
Drive the end-to-end technical delivery of a cutting-edge advertising program, orchestrating cross-functional dependencies to achieve key milestones and enhance advertiser engagement through innovativ...
1 week ago
Geotechnical Engineering Manager
$122K - $162K *
Drive growth and excellence in Ground Engineering by leading a high-performing team, managing diverse projects, and fostering a culture of safety and inclusion. Shape the future of geotechnical servic...
2 weeks ago
Geotechnical Engineering Manager
$122K - $162K *
Drive the success of a high-performing Ground Engineering team, combining leadership and geotechnical expertise to enhance project delivery and client relationships across diverse infrastructure secto...
2 weeks ago
Geotechnical Engineering Manager
$122K - $162K *
Lead the charge in advancing geotechnical services by managing a high-performing team, driving growth, and ensuring project success across diverse infrastructure sectors while fostering an inclusive c...
2 weeks ago
Tech Lead Manager - Full Stack
$150K - $180K *
Empower the development of cutting-edge user experiences and internal tools for a transformative AI platform, while leading a talented software engineering team in a collaborative, fast-paced environm...
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Senior Engineering Manager - Developer Platform (DevEx)
$157K - $224K *
Champion the evolution of developer tooling and CI/CD pipelines, leading a global team to enhance operational efficiency and drive platform modernization for a multi-tenant SaaS environment, ensuring...
Today
Sr Software Engineering Manager
$138K - $165K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of avionics systems by leading software development initiatives. You'll manage a talented group of engineers, ensuring project success from inception to completio...
1 week ago
Functional Engineering Project Management (EPM) Frontline Manager
$161K - $241K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering efforts, manage talent, and drive project success in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your expertise to ensure program performance while adhering to techn...
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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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