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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$150K - $180K *

Drive the successful execution of technical programs, managing R&D and manufacturing activities to meet customer specifications and delivery timelines while ensuring accountability and continuous impr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing comprehensive technical programs from concept to delivery. Collaborate with teams to define program goals, monitor progress, and implement continuous improvements to ensure...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion cross-functional collaboration to drive innovative product development, ensuring alignment across global teams and operational efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. Lead initiatives in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$142K - $190K *

Drive field engineering excellence by overseeing multidisciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with design and regulatory standards, and fostering employee development in a dynamic construction environ...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $400K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI inference by leading a talented engineering group. You'll drive technical excellence, foster growth, and ensure high-quality execution in a fast-paced envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$74K - $170K *

Engage in managing engineering development processes, coordinating multiple projects, and ensuring timely product implementation while optimizing resources and budgets across functions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $248K *

Champion the development of the product roadmap for Observability and Compute/Network teams, ensuring alignment with reliability goals, system health monitoring, and infrastructure management strategi...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$203K - $345K *

Champion the vision for Agentic Software Delivery, spearheading strategic innovation across CI, CD, and observability to enhance software delivery automation and customer experience while driving reve...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in software solutions that enhance field applications and laboratory automation. Collaborate across teams to optimize software and hardware integration while ensuring high reliability...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$137K - $186K *

Transform safety strategy at a high level by leading cross-functional initiatives, ensuring clarity in executive communications, and driving operational excellence in safety performance across the org...

6 days ago

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

$192K - $278K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge silicon solutions that enhance performance and efficiency. Collaborate with a dynamic team to innovate hardware experiences that impact millions globally, sh...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $270K *

Lead the strategy and execution of complex hardware programs, driving product development from concept to launch while managing cross-functional teams to deliver reliable connected-device experiences...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$227K - $338K *

Take ownership of the architecture and engineering direction for an enterprise AI agent platform, driving hands-on development and mentoring engineers to deliver scalable, cloud-native solutions for F...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing diverse design teams, overseeing project deliverables, and ensuring client needs are met with high-performance and sustainable outcomes. Collaborate and communicate effecti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$262K - $364K *

Lead the design and architecture of next-gen TPU firmware, driving innovation and reliability across embedded systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software solutions and optimiz...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$405K - $485K *

Lead engineering teams to develop APIs and tools that enhance developer experiences. Collaborate with product and customers to prioritize needs, ensuring high-quality delivery and operational health w...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K - $485K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading teams to develop robust APIs and tools. Drive product roadmaps, ensure high-quality delivery, and collaborate across functions to enhance developer experience...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Digital Engagement portfolio by leading technical initiatives, driving scalable architectures, and mentoring engineering teams to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that enhance c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $135K *

Drive project success by leading the sustainment of NSIPS, collaborating with Navy stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with DoD standards while managing schedules, budgets, and risks for effective p...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $306K *

Elevate electrical system design by implementing strategic architectures and optimizing performance. Lead complex initiatives, ensuring compliance and innovation while driving enterprise-wide document...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead GPU platform development and implementation, collaborating with engineering teams and manufacturers to ensure successful hardware product delivery and integration. Drive project execution, manage...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Unlock your potential as you lead GPU platform development, collaborating with top engineering teams to drive hardware integration and production readiness. This role demands technical expertise and c...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading GPU platform development and integration. Collaborate with top engineering teams to drive hardware innovation, ensuring successful product delivery through technical exp...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engineer cutting-edge GPU platforms by leading development and integration efforts. Collaborate with top-tier manufacturers and engineering teams to ensure successful product delivery and validation...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.

  • Where can I find Principal Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

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