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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$135K - $225K *

Shape the future of engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team to drive product development, process improvements, and operational efficiency in a dynamic multi-site environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $225K *

Inspire a high-performing engineering team to drive growth through innovative product development and process improvements, ensuring compliance and operational excellence across multiple sites...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative civil engineering solutions for water, sewer, and stormwater projects. Collaborate with diverse teams and clients to ensure successful project outcomes across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $175K *

Lead major tunneling projects by planning, executing, and overseeing operations. Champion safety and quality while managing teams, budgets, and timelines, ensuring adherence to standards and deliverin...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of drone technology by leading a dynamic mechanical engineering team. Drive innovation in design, integration, and testing of advanced drone platforms while fostering talent and c...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$173K - $313K *

Lead and inspire engineering teams to develop customer-focused applications and APIs for DNS and IP services. Drive effective collaboration and delivery across projects, ensuring high performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $313K *

Shape the future of customer-facing applications and APIs by leading engineering teams to enhance DNS and IP Acceleration services, ensuring performance, reliability, and usability at Internet scale...

Cambridge, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the cloud infrastructure team as a dynamic Engineering Manager, guiding engineers to build reliable systems. Foster a culture of accountability while engaging in technical decisions to optimiz...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $150K *

Lead the transformation of exploratory projects into sustainable processes, ensuring all commitments are tracked and completed. Drive performance, manage priorities, and document workflows across hard...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$207K - $300K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers to drive innovative software solutions, ensuring project success and technical excellence across multiple platforms. Empower your team to optimize performance and deli...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$169K - $250K *

Advance your career by leading vital cloud and physical infrastructure strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance 2K's technical solutions, ensuring reliability and scalability for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Drive complex technical initiatives into successful outcomes through effective project management. Collaborate across teams, ensuring seamless integration and delivery for strategic partnerships while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $165K *

Champion the successful delivery of large-scale building projects, leading a team of engineers while enhancing design processes and ensuring quality outcomes from concept through construction...

6 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Transform project delivery by leading a dynamic engineering team, mentoring talent, and driving client-focused solutions while managing local office operations and marketing efforts in Utah...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of passenger rail by leading mechanical systems integration and validation. Collaborate with suppliers and clients to ensure compliance and deliver manufacturable designs for refurbis...

Montreal, QCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$140K - $160K *

Manage and guide cross-functional teams in delivering innovative software solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and exceptional project outcomes while navigating complex challenges...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a Principal Software Engineer, shaping next-gen macOS and Linux endpoint technology. Influence architecture, implement features, and collaborate across teams to elevate product qua...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing data center projects with a focus on transparency, risk management, and client collaboration. Leverage your construction expertise to drive success...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$200K - $295K *

Lead a high-performing team of Program Managers to drive complex, cross-functional programs, ensuring effective execution and alignment with organizational priorities while fostering a collaborative c...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$119K - $221K *

Develop cutting-edge simulation technology to enhance physical AI and robotics. Integrate learning environments with advanced simulators, enabling efficient workflows across various engineering applic...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $124K *

Unlock potential by managing complex power systems projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with teams, anticipate customer needs, and ensure high-quality delivery while mentoring staff and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$211K - $253K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing user experience through innovative frontend solutions. As a leader, drive performance, development, and cross-team collaboration to deliver impactful customer...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $219K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leading a high-performing engineering group focused on aeroderivative combustion technology, driving innovation, and fostering a culture of continuou...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving innovative battery technology from concept to commercialization, integrating complex engineering disciplines and managing cross-functional program delivery to shape the futu...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $220K *

Lead the charge in managing multi-site operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and inspiring workplace environments across diverse facilities while fostering strong cross-functional partnerships and dri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.