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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$73K - $212K *

Drive innovative AI solutions as a Manager, leading teams to deliver exceptional client outcomes while fostering relationships and enhancing project delivery through technology and continuous improvem...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$161K - $266K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative software solutions within a dynamic R&D team, focusing on scalable payment technologies and collaborating across functions to drive impactful res...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $231K *

Shape the future of payment technology by leading backend and full-stack development for a cutting-edge Decision Management Platform. Collaborate with teams to transform complex challenges into scalab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $284K *

Accelerate the integration of autonomous services by leading cross-functional technical programs, ensuring quality delivery and proactive risk management while collaborating with diverse teams to driv...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$230K - $284K *

Unlock potential by leading complex technical programs that integrate autonomous services with third-party platforms. Drive execution, manage risks, and ensure quality across diverse teams for success...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $223K *

Lead the delivery of innovative automation and robotic solutions, collaborating with diverse teams to ensure successful project execution. Drive alignment on scope and feasibility while managing risks...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $186K *

Lead a cross-functional team to develop and deliver next-gen SSD products, balancing technical needs with business impact. Drive program execution, manage interdependencies, and ensure alignment acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Elevate deployment programs by leading infrastructure projects end-to-end. Shape the TPM function, oversee GPU architecture integration, and drive technical excellence in a rapidly expanding AI cloud...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure deployment as a Staff TPM overseeing new site expansions, vendor engagement, and collaborative inter-departmental programs, driving innovation and sustainability...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Unlock impactful deployment programs in sustainable AI infrastructure. Lead end-to-end new site initiatives, shape TPM frameworks, and drive cross-organizational alignment to optimize GPU architecture...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $265K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing mobile engineering team, driving technical execution and culture. Oversee multi-persona mobile experiences, architecture, and release operations, shaping...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$295K - $345K *

Elevate user experience by leading performance enhancements and stability initiatives across platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify issues, implement solutions, and ensure robu...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $219K *

Drive the vision for Samsara device installations, enhancing user experiences and ensuring rapid, accurate setups. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the install process, making impac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive transformative AI product strategies, collaborating across teams to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. Lead initiatives that shape Meta's vision for responsible AI deployment an...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading a high-performing engineering team to drive process improvements, enhance operational efficiency, and foster cross-functional collaboration while advancing...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $236K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects, ensuring timely delivery and technical excellence. Oversee cross-functional teams, drive product development, and support business development efforts...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Product Engineer, driving innovation in composite development for high-value aerospace and defense programs while mentoring teams and managing strategic customer rela...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$260K - $360K *

Innovate with us to lead a fullstack engineering team, driving automation capabilities and AI integration while aligning technical strategies with customer needs and business impact...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $278K *

Manage the product strategy and execution for innovative agentic applications, guiding cross-functional teams to transform legacy workflows into intelligent, AI-driven experiences that enhance decisio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform client challenges into innovative solutions while mentoring teammates and driving tech excellence. Collaborate in a dynamic, non-hierarchical environment to inspire and elevate product engin...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a cutting-edge team leading mechanical designs for critical data center projects, ensuring tenant cooling solutions meet engineering standards and customer needs while mentoring a team of designe...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading a high-performing project management team, driving execution across complex projects, and enhancing collaboration to boost customer satisfaction and business results in...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in project management excellence, driving high-performance teams and ensuring successful execution of complex customer projects while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Lead the establishment of a Production Site Reliability Engineering team, ensuring high availability and performance of web applications while driving operational excellence and strategic improvement...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$196K - $294K *

Lead the strategic vision and product outcomes for enterprise productivity solutions, collaborating across teams to enhance the digital experience for thousands of global employees. Drive innovation a...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.