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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$250K - $275K *

Lead the charge in creating a cutting-edge Banking as a Service platform. Collaborate cross-functionally to define strategies, prioritize roadmaps, and mentor product managers while driving innovative...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $275K *

Drive the transformation of banking by guiding product strategies for an innovative Banking as a Service platform, ensuring alignment across teams to deliver impactful financial solutions...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $275K *

Partner with us to drive innovation in our Banking as a Service platform. Use analytical skills and first principles thinking to build user-centric products that transform financial services, collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Transform project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within budget. Collaborate with teams, manage resources, and communicate effectively to deliver exception...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource management, project scheduling, and client communication while prom...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $100K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and quality s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Manage and oversee engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Lead teams, resolve operational issues, and communicate progress to clients while maintaining safety and qu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, oversee resources, and lead safety efforts while promoti...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by managing environmental engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Collaborate with clients, lead safety efforts, and drive operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing engineering projects efficiently, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and upholding safety and quality standards while meeting client expectations and coor...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of product innovation by leading engineering teams to build transformative technology experiences. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to define strategic roadmaps and deliver impac...

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

$175K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading cross-functional teams to enhance security through AI/ML innovations. Drive technical direction, mentor stakeholders, and shape the future of secure technology across diver...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Engineering team, driving innovation in manufacturing processes, and collaborating across departments to enhance product development and operational efficiency...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$500K+*

Lead the transformation of media ingestion and distribution systems, driving automated, AI-powered workflows that enhance efficiency and accelerate content delivery to a global audience. Collaborate a...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$258K - $376K *

Join as the inaugural engineering manager to shape and lead the Growth Platform. Collaborate across teams, drive impact through innovative capabilities, and guide architectural decisions while fosteri...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $224K *

Join a dynamic team to manage complex projects across global regions, ensuring seamless integration and communication while applying best practices in project management to drive customer success and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $269K *

Shape the future of strategic defense by managing test programs and leading a team of Systems Engineers. Drive innovation in missile assessment and ensure compliance with technical requirements while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $191K *

Lead engineering excellence across teams to drive digital agriculture results. Navigate ambiguity and competing priorities, ensuring impactful outcomes while fostering collaboration and talent develop...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$181K - $272K *

Develop and manage product lifecycles from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with market needs. Collaborate cross-functionally to create innovative, customer-centric solutions while leading a team...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $245K *

Lead innovative software solutions for mission-critical projects, transforming customer needs into scalable applications. Collaborate in an Agile environment, guiding a team through design, testing, a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$171K - $248K *

Empower your career by leading core engineering teams to enhance infrastructure and developer experience, driving strategic vision and operational excellence while fostering a collaborative environmen...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative cyber-physical resilience strategies for naval power systems. Lead research, guide engineers, and collaborate with academic partners to enhance cybersecurity and develop advanced de...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of technical integration and quality control across disciplines, ensuring TFO designs are consistent, comply with specifications, and are construction-ready while mentoring junior engin...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to drive complex engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results. Leverage your 10+ years of experience to enhance collaboration and customer...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $190K *

Accelerate progress at an active manufacturing facility by leading large capital projects. This high-impact role demands accountability and strategic thinking to manage full project lifecycles and ens...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.