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.
$186K - $269K *
Champion a high-performing team to design and build scalable data infrastructure, driving data strategy and governance. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data needs into actionable in...
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$210K - $250K *
Lead the charge in defining engineering strategies and managing dynamic ML teams. Drive impactful solutions that safeguard users on a global scale, ensuring safety and integrity across platforms while...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Advance your career by leading multi-disciplinary teams to develop AI-driven solutions that ensure safety and integrity across platforms, tackling complex challenges while fostering a culture of innov...
3 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Unlock potential by leading diverse teams of ML engineers to innovate and execute multi-team strategies. Drive impactful engineering solutions for safety and integrity on large-scale platforms, foster...
3 weeks ago
$130K - $175K *
Shape the future of access management by leading the development and optimization of identity governance policies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure, scalable solutions that mee...
1 week ago
$130K - $175K *
Champion the development of access controls within our IAM/IGA system, optimizing policies and ensuring secure, scalable access management across enterprise applications while collaborating with cross...
1 week ago
Product Design Engineering Manager
$150K - $180K *
Drive innovation by leading a team of mechanical engineers to design next-gen AR hardware. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure manufacturability and quality from concept to mass production, shapi...
1 week ago
Director, Technical Program Management, Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering
$281K - $391K *
Lead the charge in transforming data center manufacturing through innovative modular designs. Drive efficiency and quality by bridging engineering and manufacturing, ensuring rapid deployment of AI in...
1 week ago
Software Development Manager, Prime Air
$184K - $250K *
Lead a dynamic team of firmware engineers, driving innovation and excellence in embedded systems development for cutting-edge delivery drones. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure project success...
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Senior Engineering Manager, eCommerce
$141K - $268K *
Lead the charge in overseeing a multi-layered engineering organization, guiding teams to deliver high-quality digital purchase experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to drive innovati...
2 weeks ago
$142K - $274K *
Reimagine partner experiences by defining product strategy and driving AI-powered solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance performance, simplify complex journeys, and foster trusted rel...
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$150K - $180K *
Empower security engineering teams to build scalable tools that enhance product security. Lead cross-functional collaboration, drive strategic initiatives, and cultivate a high-performing team to miti...
3 weeks ago
$148K - $201K *
Manage complex, cross-functional programs to drive business growth, ensuring timely delivery and effective collaboration across teams while navigating technical and business constraints...
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$145K - $217K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead the modernization of technology platforms in wholesale lending. Drive strategy, engineering excellence, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance critical systems f...
1 week ago
Senior Software Engineering Manager, Agentic and UI Automation Experiences
$262K - $364K *
Lead the transformation of mobile interactions by managing engineers and deploying advanced AI solutions across multiple teams and locations, driving innovation in machine learning and large language...
1 week ago
Senior Technical Program Manager
$150K - $180K *
Optimize complex technical programs across engineering and product teams. Lead initiatives from concept to delivery, balancing strategic goals with execution. Shape the future of AI-powered solutions...
1 week ago
Manager, Engineering Program Management - Cloud Infrastructure, WPC
$150K - $180K *
Shape the future of infrastructure by leading a dynamic Engineering Program Management team. Drive large-scale technical programs, mentor talent, and ensure operational excellence across cloud enginee...
5 days ago
$125K - $208K *
Champion the management of eligibility and enrollment systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and integration. Lead project transformations, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive continuous imp...
5 days ago
Principal Product Manager, Developer Platform
$198K - $272K *
Champion the evolution of a developer platform by understanding user needs, defining optimal workflows, and integrating security and observability. Drive innovation for internal developers and their a...
1 week ago
$120K - $148K *
Accelerate team performance and delivery by leading software engineers, fostering development, and enhancing organizational effectiveness in a dynamic, remote environment. Drive sustainable practices...
1 week ago
$133K - $183K *
Shape the future of program management by leading a high-impact PMO. Drive governance and excellence in program planning and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of engineering leadership, guiding a high-performing team to design and operate scalable enterprise platforms while ensuring technical excellence and fostering a c...
6 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform high-volume certification testing by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards. Drive performance and talent development while fostering a culture of acc...
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Principal Engineer, Safeguards
$307K - $427K *
Join a team that's redefining safety in AI by designing robust defenses against evolving threats. As a technical authority, you'll shape the future of Cloud AI, ensuring security across complex system...
5 days ago
Lead Technical Program Manager, Network Delivery
$192K - $278K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in network engineering by managing complex, multi-disciplinary projects. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance global operations and ensure seamless delive...
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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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