Principal Software Engineer Jobs at Ladders

The role of a Principal Software Engineer is one of the highest-level individual contributor positions in software development. Our goal is to connect you with the most outstanding job opportunities in this sector.

What Does a Principal Software Engineer Do?

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be responsible for managing complex software development tasks, taking the lead on architectural decisions, and mentoring junior software engineers. This is a high-impact role where you can influence the direction of your team's software.

Why Choose Ladders for Your Job Search?

At Ladders, we specialize in high-paying jobs ($100K and over). With our platform, you can find Principal Software Engineer positions in top-tier companies who are looking for your skillset.

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$120K - $160K *

Champion robust data infrastructure to drive insights and growth in a dynamic, healthcare-focused environment. Collaborate across teams to ensure clean, actionable data pipelines that empower strategi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Champion the technical direction and lead complex projects as a Senior Software Engineer, mentoring a talented team while delivering high-impact products and infrastructure to scale our fast-growing b...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and evolving an advanced Voice AI platform, managing a team of engineers to deliver high-quality, real-time telephony experiences in hospitality, while ensuring operati...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $140K *

Pioneer the enhancement of cloud-based systems as a Senior DevOps Engineer. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability, optimize performance, and drive automation across infrastructure workflo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$87K - $157K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team of engineers to design and develop mission-critical software solutions for the US Air Force, utilizing modern programming languages in an exciting, collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $195K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and development of enterprise APIs, ensuring seamless integration and automation while mentoring a skilled team to adopt best practices in software engineerin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate CRM transformation with expertise in Salesforce, consulting, and solution architecture. Collaborate with manufacturing clients to design, implement, and optimize tailored Salesforce solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance our payment gateway services by developing and maintaining microservices in Java/Spring Boot, collaborating across teams to deliver reliable solutions for our diverse custom...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform innovative reactor development by leading regulatory strategy and compliance efforts. Drive engagement with DOE and NRC to ensure seamless authorization, delivering on cutting-edge safety pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Innovate core infrastructure and systems for agent-native applications, ensuring high availability and performance while enabling a culture of developer efficiency and confidence in delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and scaling enterprise AI/MCP Server solutions that enhance multi-agent workflows, ensuring seamless integration, high performance, and reliability across diverse syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the developer experience with innovative tools and surfaces. Contribute end-to-end in a core engineering role, focusing on impactful web and CLI features that delight users...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Innovate large-scale backend systems to ensure precise money movement, leveraging both traditional and crypto platforms. Collaborate seamlessly with diverse partners to enable Ramp's rapid growth and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Reimagine financial infrastructures by designing and building scalable backend systems for money movement. Ensure correctness and reliability while integrating traditional and crypto payment rails, tr...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $180K *

Champion innovative distributed systems that enhance research and trading workflows. Drive core services, cloud platforms, and orchestration, enabling robust and scalable solutions across diverse envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Transform technology innovation by designing and developing cutting-edge, user-focused systems. Collaborate in a fast-paced environment to enhance user interaction through full-stack solutions, emphas...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join us as you lead strategic data science initiatives, aligning technical solutions with client needs across diverse industries while mentoring teams and fostering innovation throughout the project l...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to mentor engineers and lead the development of complex financial systems. Drive architecture decisions while remaining hands-on. Collaborate across domains to enhance payment, fra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining quality standards in automation-rich environments. You'll architect a new system testing framework, establish critical metrics, and ensure reliability and performance acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $221K *

Elevate operational efficiency by leading AI transformation initiatives across Finance, HRIS, and Legal. Deliver impactful projects that enhance automation and drive measurable business outcomes, ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate engineering team growth by driving full-cycle recruitment, crafting effective sourcing strategies, and engaging top-tier talent as a trusted partner to hiring managers in this impactful, 10...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$388K - $500K+*

Shape the future of internal employee productivity by designing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-friendly, scalable applications, leveraging AI to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Execute innovative solutions for a multi-tenant storage engine, ensuring high availability and performance in cloud environments while collaborating with stakeholders to drive software projects to suc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $242K *

Lead the enhancement of backend systems for an innovative shopping experience. Drive collaborative product development while leveraging cutting-edge technologies to create a smooth user journey tailor...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$178K - $228K *

Lead the strategy and operations of Developer Environments, enhancing engineer productivity and system reliability while mentoring a high-performing team. Collaborate across engineering to implement s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Principal Software Engineer?question toggle

    A Principal Software Engineer typically has a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, along with several years of experience in the industry, particularly in software development. Leadership skills and the ability to manage complex projects are also essential.

  • What is the average salary of a Principal Software Engineer?question toggle

    The salary greatly varies depending on the location and company. However, high-paying positions such as these often command six-figure salaries.

  • Can I search for job opportunities by location on Ladders?question toggle

    Yes, Ladders allows you to search for Principal Software Engineer job opportunities by location and other parameters to better tailor your job search.