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.
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in test engineering! Lead the system-level testing and validation of cutting-edge hardware and software, ensuring quality and performance, while collaborating acr...
Reposted 1 week ago
Manager, Electrical New Product Engineering (ENPIE)
$180K - $200K *
Drive innovation in Electrical NPI Engineering by leading a specialized team to ensure high-performance PCB designs transition smoothly from prototype to high-volume production, collaborating across f...
5 days ago
Senior Electrical Engineer, Factory Development
$128K - $204K *
Champion the planning and execution of factory electrical infrastructure, ensuring alignment with production goals. Drive technical decisions, coordinate with utilities, and lead cross-functional team...
6 days ago
Project Manager, Geotechnical Engineer
$115K - $150K *
Drive the management and execution of geotechnical projects, ensuring quality, safety, and financial performance while collaborating with diverse project teams in a dynamic environment to exceed clien...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager, Creative Apps
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in shaping innovative creative tools by managing a talented engineering team. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to deliver cutting-edge features that enhance the creative exper...
3 weeks ago
Agentic AI Software Engineering Manager, POps Engineering AI Foundation
$262K - $364K *
Transform the future of AI by leading a team of engineers to design and implement advanced software architectures. Drive innovation in AI/ML systems, ensuring high accuracy and reliability across larg...
1 week ago
Technical Project Manager, Product Engineering
$109K - $145K *
Join a team that's driving innovation in biopharmaceutical manufacturing. As a Technical Project Manager, you'll oversee critical project timelines, ensuring high-quality delivery in a fast-paced, cro...
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Senior Outbound Product Manager, Private Cloud
$138K - $165K *
Lead strategic customer engagement initiatives to drive product adoption and roadmap development for a private cloud product, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience a...
3 weeks ago
Senior Outbound Product Manager, Private Cloud
$120K - $145K *
Shape the future of customer engagement by driving product adoption and strategy in a dynamic cloud platform environment. Leverage your extensive experience to collaborate across teams and deliver imp...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Project Architect/Senior Technical Manager
$105K - $158K *
Empower project success by providing technical leadership and mentorship across architectural projects. Drive high-quality documentation, resolve complex issues, and support teams through all design a...
4 days ago
Manager Software Engineering 2
$161K - $241K *
Lead and inspire a team of engineers to develop software for advanced quantum computing systems. Balance technical contributions with management responsibilities to ensure successful project execution...
5 days ago
Manager Software Engineering 2
$153K - $230K *
Champion innovative engineering practices and lead diverse teams to enhance performance, drive strategic hiring, and foster collaboration across disciplines, ensuring high engagement and ethical stand...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Drive multidisciplinary design coordination and governance for Facilities in the High-Speed Rail programme, ensuring alignment with operational, regulatory, and performance targets while leading a tea...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $110K *
Join a team that's dedicated to managing HUD Multifamily Housing and Office of Healthcare Programs construction inspections. Oversee operations, coordinate inspections, and ensure timely deliverables...
2 weeks ago
$211K - $264K *
Lead and inspire a team of engineers to enhance core data systems, focusing on reliability and scalability. Drive technical direction, foster team growth, and ensure high-quality software delivery whi...
1 week ago
Principal Product Manager, Agentic Systems
$150K - $180K *
Transform complex data into actionable insights while leading innovative decision systems. Collaborate across teams to define strategies, manage end-to-end product development, and ensure customer tru...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer / PM
$110K - $150K *
Empower client relationships and lead project teams to deliver innovative mechanical engineering solutions. Oversee project milestones and drive performance efficiencies while ensuring technical excel...
Reposted 1 week ago
Senior Technical Program Manager I, Frontier Safety, Trust and Safety
$192K - $278K *
Lead the charge in designing and executing technical programs that identify and mitigate frontier risks in AI/ML applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safety and reliability...
2 weeks ago
Director of Product Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Shape the future of product engineering by leading diverse teams, driving innovation, and ensuring exceptional development processes. Collaborate effectively across functions to enhance customer satis...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Manager, Software Engineering - Growth Platform
$258K - $376K *
Lead the charge in shaping the vision for the Growth Platform, enhancing communication capabilities, and delivering impactful engineering solutions while fostering a high-performing team culture and d...
Reposted 4 days ago
Design Principal, Engineering Development (Mechanical)
$163K - $245K *
Join a team dedicated to advancing global datacenter design excellence. You'll drive innovative mechanical engineering practices, collaborating across regions and disciplines to establish world-class...
4 weeks ago
Design Principal, Engineering Development (Mechanical)
$150K - $224K *
Shape the future of data center design by leading global mechanical engineering initiatives and ensuring adherence to industry standards across multiple projects, while collaborating with diverse stak...
4 weeks ago
Design Principal, Engineering Development (Mechanical)
$136K - $245K *
Join us to lead global mechanical engineering design for datacenter projects, ensuring technical excellence, creative solutions, and strong stakeholder engagement as you shape the future of mission-cr...
4 weeks ago
Principal Project Manager - Environmental
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in managing complex projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster client relationships and oversee project lifecycles from initiati...
3 weeks ago
Senior Engineer, Product Development Engineering
$89K - $131K *
Join a team that's pioneering advanced semiconductor technologies by designing innovative gas filtration products. Collaborate across functions to drive prototypes from concept to production, ensuring...
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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?
You can browse Principal Engineering Manager listings on Ladders and review each role's responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.