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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$185K - $240K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance performance and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality t...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $270K *

Advance technical leadership in large-scale distributed systems, driving cross-functional projects and mentoring teams. Leverage expertise in virtualization, networking, and AI infrastructure to enhan...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$72K - $93K *

Unlock potential by managing design and construction projects at a major airport. Collaborate with stakeholders, oversee schedules, and ensure quality control while enhancing facilities with minimal s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and delivering complex full-stack solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and Angular. Collaborate with teams to enhance engineering quality and lead technical initiative...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$108K - $165K *

Engage in innovative projects to develop mineral processing solutions that enhance product quality and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, leading research initiatives to achieve stra...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $180K *

Lead complex, cross-functional projects while collaborating with teams and stakeholders to drive operational success and service improvements. Oversee resource allocation, project planning, and report...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative process design engineering for life sciences projects, leading feasibility studies to construction. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while ensuring compliance...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$168K - $322K *

Lead the charge in driving cloud infrastructure programs, collaborating with partners to enhance AI capacity and operational excellence. Utilize your expertise to manage complex projects and foster in...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$168K - $322K *

Partner with us to drive cloud infrastructure programs, collaborating with engineering teams and external partners to enhance AI capacity and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $187K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity through innovative software design and development. Leverage your expertise in programming and systems analysis to create specialized tools that...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Develop custom software solutions and tools, ensuring compliance with government standards. Collaborate on design and code reviews while programming in various languages. Engage in troubleshooting and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Transform your career as a Principal Cyber Software Engineer, providing innovative software design and development for specialized tools. Collaborate within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with go...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $187K *

Innovate custom software solutions for cyber applications, enhancing capabilities through design, development, and performance optimization, ensuring compliance with government standards and procedure...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by leading the management, coordination, and delivery of construction projects, ensuring they meet scope, budget, and quality standards while effectively communicating with stake...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by managing complex projects across diverse sectors, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction. Lead multidisciplinary teams from conception to completion while enhancing...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$127K - $217K *

Transform the future of manufacturing by leading Integration Engineering for new technologies. Drive product readiness, connect business demand with tech strategies, and ensure seamless transitions fr...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$165K - $220K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering by architecting innovative solutions for complex challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to drive digital transformation and enhance pa...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Join a pioneering team where you'll innovate software solutions for framing and structural analysis. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, set technical direction, and contribute to softwar...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine quality leadership in aerospace repair by driving compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $250K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions that enhance customer experiences, guiding a team of engineers through an agile environment while driving best practices and continuous improvemen...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative critical power solutions. Leverage your project management expertise to lead cross-functional teams, ensuring exceptional results and seamless execution in a d...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$174K - $252K *

Shape the future of technology by developing innovative software solutions, managing project priorities, and enhancing system performance. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle complex challenges a...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $242K *

Lead critical cross-functional programs to enhance fleet management, driving technical execution and operational reliability while navigating complex challenges and aligning stakeholders for successfu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$196K - $242K *

Champion cross-functional programs to enhance fleet management, ensuring seamless execution and operational reliability while navigating complex technical challenges and driving stakeholder alignment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $170K *

Lead a dynamic Data team to build reliable data pipelines and analytics. Collaborate across departments to shape strategic initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure data quality, driving impactful res...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.

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