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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$144K - $288K *

Launch innovative digital solutions by leading full-stack development, focusing on scalable, secure architectures and AI-driven applications, while collaborating across teams to mentor engineers and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Design and enhance a robust test automation framework using Playwright, ensuring compliance and quality across UI, API, and integration layers through innovative AI-assisted methodologies in a high-st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Drive the development and optimization of mobile applications using React Native. Lead lifecycle management, ensure high performance, and mentor junior developers while collaborating to meet business...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Empower our engineering team to enhance support for partners through streamlined processes, incident management, and self-service tools, fostering efficient operations while tackling complex technical...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable integration solutions across enterprise systems. Collaborate with technical teams to define strategies, tools, and architecture, ensuring seamless data flow in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $222K *

Engage in designing and customizing software applications to enhance functionality and user experience. The role includes mentoring junior staff, managing documentation, and collaborating with stakeho...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate security by engineering cloud infrastructures with a focus on Azure and AWS. Design and implement security architectures, automate operations, and lead technical discussions, ensuring complian...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the product vision and strategy, owning the lifecycle from discovery to launch, focusing on scalability and performance in a cloud-based platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming a mature B2B SaaS platform by owning the technical roadmap, driving architectural decisions, and integrating AI workflows. Be the sole engineering authority while enhan...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $235K *

Partner with us to lead strategic transformations, designing cross-functional workflows and promoting AI-native solutions. You'll drive customer success by bridging technical design and business archi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $195K *

Help us shape the future of our platform by ensuring scalable, reliable cloud infrastructure while mentoring engineers and guiding architectural decisions to boost engineering productivity and system...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize integration performance and architecture by designing APIs and data exchange systems, leading technical decisions, and partnering with cross-functional teams to strengthen our data ecosystem...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to drive product innovation, focusing on delivering customer value through effective execution and collaboration across functions to enhance product quality and team pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $157K *

Join us to enhance cloud-native services by ensuring high reliability, operational excellence, and automation. Collaborate with engineering teams to improve processes and provide scalable solutions th...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K *

Take ownership of innovative cloud security solutions by engineering autonomous AI tools that meet complex requirements, ensuring robust security and efficiency in high-velocity environments. Drive pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Elevate your career as a frontend technical lead, collaborating to craft user-centric, scalable web interfaces using React and TypeScript. Influence product quality and architecture decisions while dr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure, ensuring security and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support healthcare applications and syste...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Advance your career by leading architecture and development of innovative full-stack solutions in a dynamic healthcare environment, combining technical expertise with strategic vision to create secure...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in developing innovative, data-driven software solutions for biopharmaceutical processes, enhancing digital transformation efforts through cutting-edge techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in crafting powerful data integration solutions using Ab Initio and Snowflake, enhancing cloud modernization and ensuring the efficacy of data pipelines in a complex Azure environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$195K - $270K *

Champion the mobile engineering efforts for Cash Line, driving the launch of an Android app with a focus on React Native. Influence product strategy, enhance code quality, and provide mentorship, shap...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $305K *

Transform the infrastructure landscape by architecting and scaling a Kubernetes-based platform that enables rapid deployment of innovative robotics solutions while mentoring engineers across teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $150K *

Optimize database solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable relational databases to support cloud-native applications. Collaborate with engineers across disciplines to implement cut...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of the financial systems architecture, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence across Procure to Pay and FP&A processes, while leading the implementation of foundationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Define and drive identity risk strategy, working closely across multiple teams to optimize security posture and scoring models for enterprise applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 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.