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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$138K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise communications through bespoke project management. Lead complex software implementations for Fortune 100 clients, ensuring seamless integration and stakehold...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$203K - $251K *

Design and lead the Launch Readiness process, ensuring scalable frameworks for product launches. Collaborate across teams to assess needs, manage projects, and drive execution while developing a high...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $244K *

Transform infrastructure strategy by leading network and systems engineering teams. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and tackle complex network challenges to ensure platform reliability and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $197K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate immersive visual learning experiences, transforming static content into engaging, AI-generated worlds. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance user interaction and sc...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovation in automotive technologies, evaluating and industrializing cutting-edge solutions. Leverage your expertise to shape the future of vehicle systems and enhance cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Deliver innovative architectural solutions while managing projects across aviation, transportation, and civic sectors. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure compliance and quality in design and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$93K - $144K *

Join a team that's redefining structural engineering by designing innovative building systems. Collaborate with architects and engineers to create sustainable solutions from concept to construction, e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$102K - $154K *

Lead the charge in managing complex customer escalations, driving rapid resolutions and systemic improvements. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance workflows and customer experiences while ensuri...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$161K - $266K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software engineering efforts in data solutions. Drive product development, manage engineers, and shape technical direction while ensuring high-quality outcomes and collabor...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive the evolution of cloud security engineering by designing and implementing scalable, secure cloud infrastructures and Kubernetes solutions, while fostering collaboration across teams to ensure be...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead product initiatives in healthcare by defining strategy, collaborating across teams, and delivering innovative AI solutions that enhance patient care for large health systems. Drive impactful outc...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading product initiatives from strategy to execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative AI-driven solutions that improve patient care fo...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engineer innovative optical hardware solutions by leading design and development of high-density PCB layouts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure exceptional signal integrity and drive c...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $150K *

Manage and oversee multiple R&D programs, ensuring timely execution and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Engage with customers and lead technical efforts to deliver innovative solutions i...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Shape and lead multi-discipline engineering teams to deliver high-quality design outputs, ensuring compliance with standards while managing resources, budgets, and schedules for mining projects. Foste...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $135K *

Manage and lead multi-discipline teams through project phases, ensuring quality and adherence to budget and schedule while driving program success in the energy sector. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading multi-discipline projects. You'll drive program management excellence, ensuring quality and efficiency while collaborating with stakeholders...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$185K - $265K *

Empower the development of a cutting-edge cloud-based data platform, leading design and architecture while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and high-performance s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead and manage complex electrical construction projects, ensuring successful execution from inception to closeout. Drive client relationships, mentor teams, and implement best practices to enhance pr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$105K - $138K *

Lead innovative design initiatives for off-road vehicles, guiding cross-functional teams to enhance product performance and market success while ensuring alignment with engineering standards and custo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$81K - $135K *

Lead high-complexity defence infrastructure projects, managing design delivery and multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with federal standards and client requirements. Drive project success th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading multidisciplinary design management for complex defence infrastructure projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance, quality, and timely delivery for Canad...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$81K - $135K *

Drive the successful management of complex defence infrastructure projects, ensuring design delivery aligns with client needs and regulatory standards. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enha...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Join us to redefine operational excellence by owning end-to-end business mapping. You'll build essential infrastructure and tools that empower transformations, ensuring each deployment enhances our pl...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in the design and development of cutting-edge hardware for quantum computing systems. Your expertise will directly influence the creation of innovative mi...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information 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.