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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$134K - $223K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by leading diverse teams to deliver high-quality solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance product value while fostering a culture of excellence and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$203K - $275K *

Champion innovative advertising solutions by leading technical roadmaps and cross-functional initiatives. Drive generative AI capabilities and scalable strategies that enhance audience engagement acro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$193K - $285K *

Take ownership of a global merchant data platform, guiding a team of engineers in architecture, design, and technical direction while enhancing platform reliability and efficiency across multiple busi...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading engineering, data, and AI teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to translate strategic goals into actionable plans, ensuring high-quality project delivery and te...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $201K *

Drive hardware development programs from concept to completion, ensuring seamless transitions between phases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize schedules, manage risks, and deliver i...

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of innovative product development, leading a team to create professional rescue equipment from concept to launch while ensuring quality, safety, and customer satisfaction through cross...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation and excellence as you lead complex software releases and AI integration, collaborating with global teams to ensure zero-downtime reliability and optimal performance across our enterpr...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential by managing complex SAP S/4 projects, driving innovative solutions, and collaborating with business users to enhance financial systems in a dynamic environment. Join a team dedic...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform technical architecture by leading and developing a team of Solution Architects. Ensure effective resource allocation, remove roadblocks, and foster collaboration while navigating evolving so...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $185K *

Join as a Principal Engineer to lead mechanical engineering for data center projects. Drive innovation, solve complex challenges, and mentor teams while influencing cross-functional initiatives and en...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering for critical assessment platforms, driving testing excellence and automation maturity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabil...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$274K - $302K *

Drive the delivery of innovative software solutions across multiple platforms, leading technical roadmaps and enhancing infrastructure to support high-volume applications and improve operational effic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to drive product development and customer implementations. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery, manage risks, and refine prog...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's dedicated to tackling complex security challenges across infrastructure and services. You'll design innovative solutions that protect systems while enabling rapid development, foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's focused on delivering cutting-edge Business Intelligence solutions. Drive the design and deployment of advanced analytics and data warehousing environments, utilizing top technologi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $266K *

Empower your career by leading strategic portfolio initiatives in security and compliance. Drive cross-functional collaborations, manage technical risks, and establish impactful frameworks, enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$204K - $266K *

Lead multi-team security initiatives by driving technical readiness, managing dependencies, and influencing executive decisions. Collaborate across Trust Engineering, Product, and Legal to establish f...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $220K *

Empower the future of financial operations by mastering money movement, ensuring seamless transactions and transparency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product success and enhance cl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $232K *

Drive the development and maintenance of Ethernet device drivers across multiple OS platforms. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless integration and support for Microchip's network interfac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $232K *

Collaborate with global teams to develop and maintain Ethernet device drivers across multiple operating systems. Leverage your expertise in embedded software and networking to support customer integra...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $193K *

Join us in defining the mechanical architecture for cutting-edge systems, optimizing designs, and enhancing performance. Collaborate across disciplines to drive innovation from concept to production...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of OS frameworks and platform APIs. Lead multiple engineering teams to deliver foundational software for mobile, wearable, and extended reality devices, driving t...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $260K *

Lead the charge in designing and integrating advanced missile and UAV launcher systems. Own mechanical architecture from concept to production, collaborating across functions to ensure compliance and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on rapid prototyping and advanced extrusion technologies, driving customer collaboration and technical excellence to accelerate produc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive innovation by owning production systems that enhance appliance repair efficiency, leveraging cutting-edge AI to optimize diagnostics and service calls. Collaborate closely with engineers to rapi...

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  •   Less than 5 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.