Welcome to Principal Software Engineering Lead Jobs at Ladders

Here, you can explore many opportunities that meet your career aspirations and offer salaries over $100000. Our platform focuses on well-paid positions and is dedicated to leading professionals like you to your next impactful role.

What is a Principal Software Engineering Lead?

As a Principal Software Engineering Lead, you are responsible for leading teams that develop, test, and maintain applications and software systems. These experts typically work at the highest level of technical complexity.

The Value of Principal Software Engineering Lead Roles

The value of Principal Software Engineering Leads is immense. They are critical to driving technological innovation and maintaining operational efficiency within organizations.

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$213K - $273K *

Lead the technical vision for scalable backend systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to translate product goals into executable strategies. Mentor engineers, drive architectural design, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $270K *

Empower innovation by leading the design and development of scalable software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the technical vision and mentor engineers in best practices, e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving technical innovation through scalable, secure software solutions. As a senior leader, you'll architect, develop, and mentor while leveraging modern technologies and best pra...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Oversee system design and integration across multi-tier applications, ensuring scalable solutions in DevSecOps CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, reliable architectures while g...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$128K - $200K *

Explore the design and execution of transformative GTM systems. Partner with Sales and Engineering to create scalable solutions that integrate industry-leading platforms and elevate operational effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$223K - $259K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading cross-functional teams, shaping technical strategies, and driving large-scale initiatives that enhance business performance and customer satisfaction...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $368K *

Drive innovation by building cutting-edge AI tools that streamline sales operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create robust backend systems and ML models that improve decision-making...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform user experiences as a Senior Full-Stack Engineer. Lead projects end-to-end, bridging backend systems with intuitive front-end interfaces. Collaborate within a dynamic team to drive impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Deliver data-driven solutions as a Lead Engineer, Business Intelligence. Collaborate cross-functionally, architect scalable solutions, and mentor team members to optimize workflows and meet client obj...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Lead the charge in transforming our data platform, developing scalable systems, and guiding teams through technical strategies to enhance our analytics capabilities for over 170,000 customers in a col...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining the future of AI and data architecture. You'll translate complex system concepts into innovative, production-grade solutions, building a core platform for evidence-govern...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive innovation as you design and implement AI solutions for clinical trials, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to enhance data utilization and streamline processes through advanced m...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of nonprofit tech by driving innovation through AI. As an Engineering Lead, you'll guide a talented team, oversee technical execution, and foster a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$148K - $198K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead embedded Linux development on custom hardware. This hands-on role involves guiding engineers while actively contributing to the platform, setting priorities, and drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Transform the future of medical technology by designing software solutions that enhance device performance and ensure patient safety. Lead projects within a dynamic team, ensuring compliance with regu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $183K *

Join a dynamic engineering team focused on building innovative, scalable software solutions to enhance educational assessments, balancing reliability with experimentation in a collaborative, mission-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$166K - $210K *

Innovate mission-critical AI solutions as a technical authority, driving enterprise architecture, modernization, and compliance for federal systems while leading cross-functional teams and engaging ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $195K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and development of enterprise web applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance user experiences using modern technologies like React and AI, ensuring s...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $192K *

Drive search-based technology solutions and lead engineering teams to design, build, and enhance scalable search systems, ensuring relevance, reliability, and innovation across diverse products and us...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $192K *

Unlock potential by leading an innovative AI Platform team focused on design, delivery, and technical guidance for scalable backend services and shared AI solutions, while fostering collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting cloud-native solutions for a cutting-edge multi-component AI platform. Set technical direction, establish standards, and ensure scalability across diverse university en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $204K *

Transform connected vehicle IoT solutions by leading the architecture and development of scalable Azure-based cloud platforms while mentoring teams to drive engineering excellence and collaboration ac...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$151K - $189K *

Lead diverse high-impact projects by guiding technical direction, ensuring best practices, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders while delivering high-quality, scalable software solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading EMT studies and model development in power systems. Collaborate with senior leadership while mentoring junior engineers. Drive project success and provide client management...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K - $170K *

Lead transformative software development initiatives by leveraging your expertise in Salesforce and cloud technologies, driving performance and best practices while mentoring diverse teams to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for Principal Software Engineering Lead jobs?question toggle

    To qualify for Principal Software Engineering Lead jobs, you typically need a degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with considerable experience and demonstrated leadership in software development projects.

  • What are the typical duties of a Principal Software Engineering Lead?question toggle

    Principal Software Engineering Leads generally manage software development teams, oversee the development and implementation of software systems, enforce best coding practices, and plan for future system upgrades.

  • How much do Principal Software Engineering Leads earn?question toggle

    Salaries can vary depending on experience, industry, and location. However, jobs featured on Ladders are all positions that pay over $100000.