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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's transforming global Pharmacovigilance systems by leveraging cutting-edge data platforms and driving innovation in product safety solutions through modern engineering practices and m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$172K - $203K *

Shape the future of wearables by leading innovative design and development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prototype and refine consumer devices with precision and passion in a dynamic, fa...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $234K *

Engineer scalable, resilient infrastructure systems for cloud computing. Lead automation of server lifecycle management, collaborating across teams to enhance reliability and performance in a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and implementation of scalable software solutions for infrastructure planning. Collaborate with cross-functional experts to de...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Tackle complex challenges by designing and building scalable software solutions that enhance infrastructure demand and capacity planning, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qual...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Transform your career by leading the design and development of scalable, fault-tolerant distributed systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, ensure reliability, and im...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Drive the design and evolution of scalable distributed systems, ensuring high throughput and fault tolerance. Optimize data paths, establish KPIs, and lead incident recovery while mentoring peers in o...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Empower the future of cloud security by leading the design and development of scalable, high-performance services that protect applications from web threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Lead the charge in architecting scalable distributed systems for high-throughput workloads. Optimize performance and reliability, ensure operational readiness, and mentor peers while addressing comple...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing innovative cloud solutions, driving software delivery and operational excellence for large-scale distributed systems while mentoring engineers and ensuring...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Pioneer innovative automation for GPU infrastructure, elevating performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency across multiple regions, driving...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team of engineers to develop innovative software solutions across diverse technologies, enhancing systems for data processing, AI, and real-time analytics while fostering collaboration...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by developing scalable Python microservices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design secure, reliable systems while leveraging tools like...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $152K *

Lead the charge in technical excellence for unit substation design, guiding complex engineering solutions while mentoring peers and ensuring alignment across teams to drive operational success and cus...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $234K *

Champion innovation by designing scalable automation services for database infrastructure. Lead complex projects, enhance operational safety, and mentor engineers while collaborating across teams to i...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Architect and develop cutting-edge distributed systems for OCI's control-plane storage, ensuring high availability and scalability. Lead technical initiatives, mentor engineers, and enhance service pe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Advance the future of cloud services by designing and developing scalable, reliable backend systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance performance and operational excellence in distributed sy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's pioneering the future of energy by designing and optimizing high-power electrical systems integral to fusion power generation. You will lead efforts to deliver reliable, clean elect...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$85K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Electrical Engineer, focusing on shipboard power systems. Leverage your expertise in electric propulsion and power distribution to enhance U.S. Coast Guard programs, en...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform product development by ensuring compliance with design controls and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive risk management and validation processes from concept...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Grow quality engineering excellence by supporting product development, ensuring compliance with design controls, and collaborating across teams to drive innovation from concept to commercialization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$101K - $169K *

Shape the future of product quality by providing expert guidance in quality engineering for New Product Introduction and Life Cycle Management, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and drivin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of IT infrastructure by managing Microsoft 365, enhancing cybersecurity, and optimizing network systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational resilience and support busines...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $160K *

Transform data center designs by leading electrical engineering projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative solutions for mission-critical facilities, and addressing com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$87K - $112K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing network reliability and operational integrity. Collaborate on complex enterprise solutions, applying your expertise in Cisco technolo...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.