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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$158K - $295K *

Transform the future of tax technology by leading engineering strategies, setting architectural standards, and driving innovation in AI and cloud solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$158K - $295K *

Elevate our engineering standards by setting the technical vision for our Income Tax portfolio. Lead secure design practices, mentor teams, and drive innovation while collaborating with stakeholders t...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$98K - $148K *

Reimagine quality assurance processes by collaborating across teams to enhance product standards, implement continuous improvements, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while driving pe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$175K - $210K *

Shape the future of enterprise GRC by leading engineering teams to deliver accurate, reliable AI-driven solutions. Drive architectural decisions, enhance team capabilities, and ensure rapid deployment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading project initiatives, ensuring seamless communication, and driving customer satisfaction in a dynamic automation environment. Collaborate with teams to deliver projects...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Lead project teams in delivering mechanical process systems, ensuring quality, budget adherence, and client satisfaction. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to manage project execution, timel...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the comprehensive program timeline for a large-scale manufacturing facility expansion, integrating engineering workstreams and ensuring timely equipment design, procurement, and commissioning. Dr...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Drive the development and delivery of enterprise systems, enhancing business processes with cutting-edge technology. Collaborate cross-functionally to improve efficiency and mentor a skilled team to a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$164K - $197K *

Champion data product initiatives by leading cross-functional teams to enhance product reliability, adoption, and business value. Drive strategic direction and stakeholder engagement to deliver high-i...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$320K - $485K *

Drive the development of robust production systems for capacity management, ensuring optimal utilization of infrastructure resources across diverse cloud environments while collaborating with cross-fu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $485K *

Shape the future of infrastructure management by building robust systems that optimize resource allocation, enhance efficiency, and provide real-time insights across diverse cloud environments, drivin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of large-scale systems software by driving technical vision and architecture for platform services and runtime environments, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability across...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $207K *

Transform organizational readiness and drive strategic initiatives for business modernization. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful SAP Propel implementation, aligning processes and perfor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$205K - $305K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experience by leading innovative software tools and release pipelines. Drive technical strategy and enhance collaboration between creative and technical teams t...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of BIOS/UEFI firmware by defining architecture aligned with OCP standards. Collaborate across teams to translate specifications into actionable designs, ensuring compliance and innova...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of firmware architecture by defining and implementing OCP specifications, ensuring compliance and innovation in BIOS/UEFI solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive techni...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of water infrastructure through strategic project management. Leverage engineering expertise to lead complex water and wastewater projects, nurture client relationships, and mentor em...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Inspire innovative electrical designs for tenant deployments in data halls, ensuring compliance with codes and optimal power distribution. Lead a team in creating efficient, strong infrastructures whi...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $152K *

Drive program strategy and execution across Customer Operations and Brand Marketing, connecting teams and enhancing customer experiences while leveraging AI and creative workflows to optimize processe...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$181K - $232K *

Elevate manufacturing processes for mission-critical payload systems, ensuring quality and precision in assembly. Collaborate with design teams and customers to translate requirements into executable...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $211K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software development by applying advanced technologies and collaborating across functions to deliver high-impact solutions and enhance user experiences in dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure by managing and mentoring software engineers, driving large-scale projects, and optimizing performance across multiple platforms to enhance Google's founda...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $315K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to build secure, compliant infrastructure for our DaaS platform, ensuring seamless deployment in regulated environments while maintaining product integrity and operatio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $315K *

Lead the charge in building secure, compliant infrastructure for our DaaS platform. Drive engineering excellence while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet the needs of regulated customer...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform integrations with a hands-on approach, managing detailed plans and timelines. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure smooth transitions, keeping stakeholders informed. Adapt quickly to cha...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.