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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$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...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$196K - $294K *

Shape the future of digital work by driving strategic initiatives that enhance enterprise productivity and collaboration, ensuring exceptional employee experiences and aligning with business goals...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation in large-scale infrastructure, enhancing ad serving systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to optimize performance and implement next-gen AI capabilities, impacting billions of users...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $165K *

Lead and inspire a software development team to create innovative systems for capturing online mentions. Collaborate across departments to ensure scalable, reliable solutions that meet client needs an...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$152K - $254K *

Champion engineering workforce transformation by leading strategic initiatives that enhance skills, drive talent mobility, and leverage AI tools to meet future engineering demands across the organizat...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Shape the future of engineering talent by leading transformative strategies that enhance workforce capabilities, drive cultural change, and leverage AI tools to meet evolving business needs across a g...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Elevate engineering capabilities by leading workforce transformation initiatives. Drive strategic alignment across teams to enhance skills, optimize talent mobility, and leverage AI tools for improved...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Empower engineering transformation by leading workforce capability initiatives, driving strategic alignment across teams, and leveraging AI tools to enhance talent management and skills development fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Elevate engineering workforce capabilities by leading strategic transformation initiatives. Drive cultural change and implement AI-enabled tools to enhance talent management and skills development acr...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Pioneer transformative engineering capabilities by leading workforce strategy, leveraging AI tools, and driving cultural change to enhance operational metrics across diverse teams and functions...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Collaborate to transform engineering workforce capabilities, driving strategic alignment and leveraging AI tools to enhance talent management. Lead initiatives that bridge skills gaps and foster a pro...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Unlock potential by leading engineering workforce transformation initiatives. Drive strategic alignment across teams to enhance skills, optimize talent mobility, and leverage AI tools for improved dec...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$152K - $254K *

Empower engineering transformation by leading workforce capability initiatives, driving strategic alignment across teams, and leveraging AI tools to enhance talent management and skills development fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead cross-functional efforts to deliver innovative thermal protection solutions, ensuring alignment between customer needs and engineering execution from concept to product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $160K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge thermal protection solutions. Engage with customers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and de...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Transform the future of infrastructure by leading DevOps initiatives, automating deployments, and ensuring high availability for mission-critical applications. Collaborate with Agile teams to enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of infrastructure by leading the design, automation, and deployment of scalable systems. Leverage your expertise to enhance mission-critical applications and driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$62K - $237K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative mechanical solutions for rugged environments, overseeing the full design cycle from concept to delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to tackle com...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$62K - $237K *

Invent innovative mechanical solutions to complex challenges, guiding projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design and prototype state-of-the-art systems for a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense technology by leading a multidisciplinary engineering group focused on advanced Electronic Warfare solutions. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and ensu...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$278K - $345K *

Empower our team to design and implement robust agent infrastructure, ensuring reliability and security for millions of users. Collaborate with engineers to innovate and scale systems that redefine au...

2 weeks ago

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

$179K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading the Lattice MCP server strategy and integrations that enhance performance data interoperability within popular AI tools and external platforms, driving customer engagement...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading structural project teams and mentoring engineers. Drive project delivery on complex designs across diverse markets while fostering a culture of quality, coll...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Deliver impactful project management by overseeing engineering initiatives, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget while interfacing with clients and stakeholders. Foster a culture of safe...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$135K - $160K *

Lead the development of next-gen Fleet Management Systems, driving hands-on engineering and mentoring teams. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure high-quality software delivery, integrating AI too...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.