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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$160K - $200K *

Transform the future of AI-powered wearables by leading engineering teams to build robust infrastructure, ensuring seamless developer experiences while driving innovation and collaboration across prod...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $177K *

Lead the charge in enterprise Linux engineering, overseeing design, reliability, and support for Linux systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and security while mentoring juni...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$202K - $253K *

Elevate your leadership as you drive engineering excellence, overseeing multiple squads from prototype to production. Shape the roadmap, empower teams, and ensure quality delivery while staying techni...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $253K *

Lead and innovate as a Software Development Manager, overseeing a team of engineers to drive project execution and deliver impactful solutions in a collaborative environment focused on biomedical data...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$225K - $253K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers, driving innovation and project delivery in a fast-paced environment. Shape technical initiatives, ensure seamless execution, and foster collaboration for impactful so...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future by leading global engineering teams to deliver resilient, high-performance technology platforms. Drive modernization, enhance engineering practices, and foster collaboration to achiev...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $267K *

Transform program delivery by bridging stakeholders and development teams, ensuring high-quality products meet business and customer needs. Leverage strategic communication and agile methodologies to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $270K *

Lead the charge in enhancing the guest web ordering experience by managing a team of full-stack engineers. Drive product innovation, optimize conversion rates, and ensure engineering excellence across...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$250K - $270K *

Transform the guest web ordering experience by leading a team of full-stack engineers. Drive innovation in menu quality and conversion strategies for enterprise brands, ensuring impactful results thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$192K - $278K *

Transform program management by implementing communication standards and governance structures. Lead cross-functional projects to enhance efficiency and drive impactful change across the organization...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $230K *

Innovate with us to lead a team in manufacturing test and product validation for high-voltage power electronics. Drive strategy, enhance test systems, and ensure operational excellence across all prod...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$192K - $278K *

Innovate enterprise solutions by leading cross-functional teams to architect AI-driven mobile device strategies. Drive technical roadmaps and collaborate with executives to enhance product offerings a...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $317K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to redefine storage infrastructure through AI-driven solutions. Drive technical strategy, mentor talent, and ensure predictable delivery while bridging product...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Inspire and lead two teams to enhance onboarding experiences for users and AI agents, driving adoption and activation on the platform while fostering growth and development within your teams and acros...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the onboarding experience for human and AI agents by leading innovative UX and engineering teams. Drive growth through strategic roadmap ownership, hands-on leadership, a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing a dynamic team focused on product innovation, process optimization, and customer satisfaction. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$208K - $234K *

Drive the growth of Honeycomb Private Cloud by leading a senior engineering team, enhancing customer relationships, and ensuring operational excellence across multiple engineering domains. Collaborate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$204K - $306K *

Shape the future of product development by leading the Experiments Team, enhancing A/B testing capabilities, and driving data-driven decisions to optimize learner experiences across the platform...

1 week ago

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

$204K - $306K *

Lead a dynamic team to enhance A/B testing capabilities, driving product innovation and improving user experience through data-driven insights and scalable infrastructure...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, blending technical expertise with team mentorship to drive innovative fluid power solutions while ensuring project success and fostering a collaborative envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $176K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of designing and supporting broadcast production systems, ensuring seamless audio, video, and control operations for live and non-live shows in a dynamic environmen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$279K - $377K *

Drive innovative AI-first product experiences from inception to global scale. Lead a dynamic engineering team, fostering collaboration and ownership. Shape strategic direction alongside product to del...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$285K - $320K *

Lead the charge in delivering Honeycomb Private Cloud, driving product growth, and collaborating across teams to enhance operational processes while building a high-performing engineering team to supp...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $201K *

Lead large-scale technical programs, driving cross-functional collaboration and strategic planning to ensure successful delivery and alignment with business objectives. Manage risks, optimize processe...

2 weeks ago

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

$250K - $320K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on automation and workflow execution. Drive team performance, foster growth, and collaborate closely with technical leads to deliver i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.

  • 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.