Principal Reliability Engineer Jobs

Discover Principal Reliability Engineer opportunities on Ladders, a destination for vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Principal Reliability Engineers guide the strategies and technical practices that help organizations build dependable products, systems, and operations. Explore senior-level roles where you can shape reliability programs, solve complex engineering challenges, and influence decisions across teams.

What Does a Principal Reliability Engineer Do?

Principal Reliability Engineers lead efforts to improve the availability, safety, durability, and performance of products or systems. Depending on the industry, they may analyze failure data, assess technical risks, develop reliability models, guide testing and validation, and recommend design or process changes. They often serve as senior technical authorities, partnering with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek extensive engineering experience and a track record of leading complex reliability initiatives. Relevant strengths may include failure-mode analysis, root-cause investigation, reliability statistics, systems engineering, risk assessment, test planning, and clear technical communication. Requirements vary by employer and industry; some positions may also call for specialized tools, standards, or experience with regulated environments.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Principal Reliability Engineer roles can be found across sectors such as aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services. The work may focus on physical assets and products, mission-critical infrastructure, or distributed systems. Browse openings to find positions that match your technical background, preferred industry, and career goals.

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Use Ladders to explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review job requirements, compare roles, and identify positions where your reliability expertise can have a broad impact.

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$176K - $243K *

Unlock potential by leading strategic initiatives in cardiovascular imaging, driving adoption of advanced technologies, and fostering partnerships to enhance patient care and clinical outcomes across...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $166K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing cloud platform reliability and security. As a Platform Engineer, you'll leverage your expertise in Kubernetes and CI/CD to build and maintain robust infrastru...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead and manage construction materials testing projects, ensuring quality assurance, client satisfaction, and compliance with standards while overseeing operations and fostering team development for s...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$63K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing top-notch administrative support to program leadership and project personnel, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication across multidisciplinary...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing innovative knowledge graph solutions for healthcare data. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into scalable, produc...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform software delivery by managing cross-functional teams, aligning sprints, and optimizing project timelines. Drive clarity in processes and foster collaboration to ensure successful product exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of security engineering by implementing robust controls, enhancing monitoring, and driving risk management initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance and operational e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $189K *

Lead the charge in establishing a modern quality-engineering practice, driving automation strategy and framework development while mentoring teams to enhance release readiness and quality metrics acro...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$111K - $166K *

Transform bridge safety and reliability by leading inspections and quality assurance statewide. Collaborate with engineers and inspectors to ensure compliance with federal and state standards, enhanci...

Tumwater, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $240K *

Champion the design and engineering of a cutting-edge perfusion system, leading a team to innovate and scale operations while ensuring quality and reliability in medical device manufacturing...

New Haven, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $135K *

Lead the technology strategy for a dynamic software development team, overseeing modernization efforts and AI integration across multiple product lines. Foster innovation, accountability, and continuo...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career by designing and delivering innovative video solutions across diverse sectors. Collaborate with teams to create scalable architectures that enhance broadcast, streaming, and cloud...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate your career by designing and optimizing secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and ensure high availability for glo...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$122K - $211K *

Join a dynamic team as a DevOps Engineer, enhancing cloud infrastructure and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with developers and cybersecurity experts to ensure reliable software delivery and operational...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$157K - $197K *

Unlock potential by driving revenue growth through new customer acquisition and market expansion. This strategic role focuses on building executive relationships, executing targeted penetration strate...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Explore opportunities as a Senior Security Engineer, safeguarding the DeFi ecosystem by identifying vulnerabilities, enhancing monitoring tools, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Collab...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $236K *

Lead the design and development of scalable payment solutions, shaping the future of money movement for small businesses. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver resilient engineering solutions whil...

Washington, DCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $300K *

Seeking a senior product software engineer to drive user-facing features in AI software development, enhancing tools like AI Agent, App Builder, and SDK for seamless app creation and deployment...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Transform data into actionable insights by leading a team of data scientists and analysts. Drive advanced analytics initiatives, foster collaboration with stakeholders, and ensure high-quality deliver...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $195K *

Transform risk management by leading assessments, negotiating treatment plans, and enhancing controls. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and proactively address security risks while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$130K - $155K *

Drive the technical strategy for identity governance services, leading a team to enhance identity security across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement SailPoint solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $280K *

Engage with us to lead complex software initiatives, driving technical excellence and mentoring teams. You'll shape architecture, tackle challenges, and deliver high-performance solutions that support...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Design and develop advanced analytics solutions, transforming complex healthcare data into actionable insights using Azure Databricks and Power BI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance r...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Principal Reliability Engineer do?question toggle

    A Principal Reliability Engineer leads technical work to improve the dependability, safety, availability, and performance of products or systems. Responsibilities may include risk analysis, failure investigation, reliability modeling, testing strategy, and cross-functional technical guidance.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Principal Reliability Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for substantial engineering experience, expertise in reliability methods, and the ability to lead complex technical initiatives. Specific requirements vary by role and may include industry-specific standards, tools, or credentials.

  • Which industries hire Principal Reliability Engineers?question toggle

    Common employers operate in aerospace, energy, manufacturing, medical technology, telecommunications, and software or cloud services, among other sectors.

  • How can I find Principal Reliability Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Principal Reliability Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more and review opportunities suited to your experience.