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.
$125K - $150K *
Elevate your career by leading complex engineering initiatives that span multiple teams. Shape the future of distributed systems while mentoring senior engineers and driving architectural excellence i...
2 weeks ago
Senior Project Manager - Industrial
$110K - $130K *
Execute large-scale electrical construction projects in the water/wastewater sector, ensuring quality, safety, and cost management while leading diverse teams and stakeholders to achieve successful pr...
4 weeks ago
Member of Technical Staff, Engineering Manager
$150K - $180K *
Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate in edge AI and cloud tech. Drive growth by managing talent, influencing architecture, and collaborating closely with senior leadership to enhance our custom...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$118K - $224K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of missile defense by leading the design and development of advanced software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver mission-critical syste...
Today
$118K - $224K *
Take ownership of innovative software solutions in radar and Command and Control systems. Lead design, development, and delivery while mentoring engineers and driving collaboration across teams in a f...
Today
$118K - $224K *
Transform the future of software development by leading a dynamic team through the full product lifecycle, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to enhance security and innovation in mission-critical ap...
Today
$112K - $135K *
Champion customer success by driving technical projects and initiatives across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely execution and resolution of complex challenges in a fast-paced envi...
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$130K - $219K *
Engage with customers to identify key challenges and drive product innovation. Collaborate across hardware, software, and AI teams to deliver impactful solutions that enhance physical operations and g...
4 days ago
Software Engineering Manager - Foundry
$180K - $220K *
Empower a globally distributed team to build and enhance an in-house ERP application, ensuring alignment across engineering, operations, and delivery while fostering a culture of collaboration, accoun...
4 days ago
Principal Autonomous Test Engineer
$180K - $247K *
Join us to architect a unified test data framework, driving automation and integration for robotic systems. Lead the design of dashboards and data schemas, empowering teams with actionable insights an...
2 weeks ago
Principal Product Manager - Consulting
$160K - $175K *
Drive strategic product oversight and client relationships for diverse accounts. Lead teams in product strategy, delivery, and growth to ensure alignment with client needs and business outcomes, foste...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$180K - $220K *
Pioneer a transformative role in neurotechnology by leading engineering efforts, defining product strategy, and building a technical team from the ground up—all while maintaining hands-on coding influ...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Principal Technical Program Manager - DTCO & Design Technology Integration
$220K - $311K *
Lead the charge in driving transformative engineering projects, fostering innovation, and enhancing operational excellence within a highly technical team. Collaborate across functions to align strateg...
1 week ago
Principal Technical Program Manager - DTCO & Design Technology Integration
$220K - $311K *
Empower your career by leading transformative engineering initiatives, driving technical projects, and fostering innovation within a high-performing team. Collaborate across functions to align strateg...
1 week ago
Principal Technical Program Manager - DTCO & Design Technology Integration
$220K - $311K *
Empower transformative engineering initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, driving technical projects, and fostering innovation within a dynamic organization focused on design technology integr...
1 week ago
Software Development Manager, Alexa Connections
$171K - $286K *
Lead and develop a high-performing software engineering team focused on innovative communications features. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and deliver robust so...
Yesterday
Senior Project Manager, Mechanical
$120K - $145K *
Transform mechanical project management in a dynamic pre-construction team, overseeing equipment selection, procurement, and site design for cutting-edge data centers, ensuring timely delivery and cos...
6 days ago
Project Manager- Reliability Team
$110K - $120K *
Take ownership of strategic broadband initiatives, leading outage management programs to enhance customer communication and service reliability. Collaborate across teams to drive project success and d...
3 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Product Security Engineering
$194K - $267K *
Unlock potential by leading a team to develop AI-native security solutions, ensuring operational excellence and technical innovation while driving accountability and fostering talent in a dynamic engi...
1 week ago
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Safety Engineering
$166K - $220K *
Join a team that's redefining manufacturing safety engineering by building a robust framework and leading a skilled team to ensure safe production practices across multiple sites while driving innovat...
1 week ago
Engineering Manager, Customer Trust - Canada
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's redefining customer trust through innovative engineering. Lead squads to automate security assessments, driving strategic roadmaps while fostering a high-accountability culture and...
3 weeks ago
Lead Principal Technical Program Manager
$116K - $264K *
Unlock potential by leading complex technical programs that drive cross-functional collaboration and optimize processes. Shape strategic direction, manage risks, and enhance operational efficiency to...
Reposted 1 week ago
Lead Principal Technical Program Manager
$116K - $264K *
Shape the future of AI for Support by leading technical programs that enhance automation and data insights, driving self-service solutions and improving customer experiences through strategic collabor...
2 weeks ago
Lead Principal Technical Program Manager
$116K - $264K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive complex technical programs, ensuring alignment with business goals. Utilize your expertise to manage risks, improve processes, and enhance reporting, while mentori...
3 weeks ago
$170K - $250K *
Lead the charge in building high-throughput systems as you manage a team of engineers. Drive technical excellence and team growth while collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions i...
5 days ago
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?
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