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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$120K - $145K *

Elevate the future of fleet management by leading the development of innovative web and SaaS applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality software delivery while mentor...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive innovative technical projects from concept to production while ensuring compliance and efficiency throughout diverse engineering initiatives and customer satisfact...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $135K *

Drive technical excellence and team growth by leading software development initiatives, managing resources, and ensuring project alignment with business goals while maintaining security and operationa...

Emeryville, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $300K *

Lead a high-impact team in developing cutting-edge ML systems for generative retrieval and personalization. Drive AI innovation and optimize infrastructure while mentoring engineers to achieve technic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower the future of technology delivery in financial services by leading cross-functional teams to execute strategic initiatives, ensuring high-quality releases that align with business priorities a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology delivery in financial services by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring high-quality project execution, and aligning business strategies with technical initiatives for impactfu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $115K *

Unlock your potential by leading cross-functional teams in delivering impactful digital and AI projects. Drive project execution, manage resources, and ensure quality outcomes that meet client expecta...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead logistics application development, bridging business needs with technology solutions. Drive optimization and ensure application stability while managing cross-functional te...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $190K *

Join us as an Engineering Manager to architect healthcare integrations, mentor engineers, and drive system design while ensuring scalability and reliability in a fast-paced environment. Your coding ex...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $98K *

Lead impactful engineering projects from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and budget goals are met. Collaborate with clients and teams to drive project success and build strong relatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget. Oversee resource management, troubleshoot issues, and communicate progress to clients while promot...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$113K - $165K *

Champion impactful programs by leading a high-performing team, driving execution, and fostering collaboration across functions to optimize product development and enhance organizational effectiveness...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Champion project success by managing engineering initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and timely delivery while collaborating with clients and teams to achieve...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in site development projects, overseeing all phases from planning to execution. Collaborate with clients and teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions while managing budgets...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$207K - $300K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of enterprise AI platforms, optimizing machine learning processes, and mentoring a skilled team. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape the future of AI sol...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $200K *

Lead multidisciplinary teams to innovate undersea warfare systems, managing complex programs from concept to production. Drive financial planning, resource allocation, and risk management to meet nati...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $239K *

Shape the future of deployment infrastructure by leading complex, cross-organizational programs. Drive operational excellence and engineering velocity across multiple teams, ensuring efficient and sec...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$194K - $285K *

Transform AI networking solutions by leading product strategy and innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive product lifecycle management and engage with key customers to shape the f...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$98K - $102K *

Manage high-impact projects by driving efficiency, overseeing budgets, and resolving operational challenges. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely deliverables and maintain strong client relations...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Optimize product delivery by leading cross-functional teams through all phases of development. Manage schedules, budgets, and risks while ensuring clear communication and collaboration to drive succes...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$135K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive integration and deployment of innovative reporting solutions in radiology. In this role, you'll manage cross-functional initiatives, ensuring successful client implementations...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$167K - $226K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic project engineering team, driving technical execution across complex aerospace programs, and ensuring successful delivery through effective governance and team de...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead engineering and maintenance functions to optimize plant operations, ensuring productivity and infrastructure integrity. Collaborate with management to implement best practices and drive continuou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$163K - $261K *

Lead a dynamic team to design, implement, and review software solutions, ensuring high-quality delivery and collaboration. Drive innovation by integrating emerging technologies and managing distribute...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $267K *

Invent the future of AI by defining product strategy and architecture for innovative platforms. Collaborate across engineering, ML, and design to launch transformative interfaces that enhance human-AI...

6 days 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.

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    You can browse Principal Engineering Manager listings on Ladders and review each role's responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details.