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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$130K - $160K *

Transform customer interactions with cutting-edge AI, optimize workflows and enhance service efficiency while collaborating with tech and business teams to deliver impactful software solutions in real...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $197K *

Empower innovation by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects in data center operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage schedules, identify risks, and ensure successful delivery of netwo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful engineering solutions by leading a multidisciplinary team in delivering innovative projects across water and transportation sectors, ensuring quality and efficiency within budget and t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $333K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and infrastructure by leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects. Utilize your technical expertise to manage programs, drive performance, and ensure alig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $195K *

Contribute to the automation and optimization of software release processes, ensuring timely delivery and high quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and manage de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$175K - $215K *

Drive the end-to-end lifecycle of Spark modular data center deployments, ensuring timely project delivery, managing resources, and maintaining stakeholder coordination for successful execution across...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $241K *

Champion cross-functional coordination and operational excellence by leading engineering integration efforts for key defense programs, ensuring seamless communication among stakeholders and timely exe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $185K *

Unlock potential by leading product development and market strategy in a fast-paced advertising tech environment. Drive innovation while ensuring data integrity and seamless integration for unique cus...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $165K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable software solutions while leading high-performing engineering teams in a fast-paced environment, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $227K *

Transform the cloud infrastructure experience by leading product management for a platform that balances enterprise governance with developer usability, ensuring agent-ready and human-friendly interac...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects that drive network infrastructure delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize operational governance and enhance p...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$240K - $333K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive product strategy and execution, transforming innovative ideas into market-ready solutions within cloud and enterprise environments. Collaborate closely to enhance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $250K *

Lead a high-impact engineering team to develop AI-driven solutions that transform AWS Go-To-Market strategies, enhancing sales plays and user experiences through innovative agentic systems and advance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with product managers and designers to drive innovation and ensure seamless user experi...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with product managers and designers to ensure reliability while fostering a culture of growth and innovati...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate and enhance e-commerce solutions. Collaborate closely with product managers to align technical execution with business goals while driving AI integratio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower a dynamic team of engineers to innovate e-commerce solutions, driving growth through collaboration with product managers and stakeholders while leveraging AI to enhance development processes a...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $180K *

Build innovative electrical engineering solutions in a dynamic startup environment. Lead a talented team, drive complex projects, and collaborate across disciplines to shape cutting-edge technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$149K - $224K *

Transform your career by leading cross-functional teams to develop innovative test equipment solutions that drive business growth and enhance radar technology in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading engineering teams to innovate and deliver cutting-edge automotive solutions. Drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration across functions...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $235K *

Lead the charge in integrating complex mechanical systems for innovative space vehicles. Collaborate across teams to transform conceptual designs into manufacturable products, ensuring all subsystems...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $235K *

Drive innovation as a mechanical engineer, leading the design and integration of a cutting-edge cargo vehicle. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a cohesive manufacturing process from concept to...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver successful capital projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, scopes, and schedules while ensuring compliance and stakeholder satisfaction in a dynamic manufacturing environ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology as a Software Engineering Manager. Lead a high-performing squad to develop cutting-edge systems, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability i...

2 weeks 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.