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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$195K - $245K *

Transform the onboarding experience as Lead Product Manager. Shape strategy, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and mentor PMs to enhance advisor workflows and client engagement in a high-impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $263K *

Join us to lead a dynamic team focused on maturing and executing enterprise security programs, enhancing proactive controls, and driving cross-functional initiatives to strengthen our organizational s...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation in building a robust control plane for managed streaming services. Lead a talented engineering team to enhance customer interactions, ensure reliability, and foster the next generatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $178K *

Champion comprehensive validation strategies to enhance system quality, ensuring reliability and performance across complex systems. Leverage technical leadership to mentor teams and improve testing p...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $261K *

Transform AI/ML potential into impactful business solutions by managing product lifecycles, collaborating across teams, and delivering intuitive tools that enhance user efficiency and customer value...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $154K *

Bring your expertise to complex industrial projects, leading process design and coordination across disciplines. Drive execution from concept through detailed design while ensuring high-quality delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $140K *

Drive end-to-end project delivery in SaaS Operations, managing multi-workstreams while collaborating with cross-functional technical teams to ensure execution, elevate risk management, and maintain al...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in managing complex programs that drive enterprise-wide initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, monitor progress, and implement best practices to ensure strategic alignme...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform our data infrastructure by leading design and deployment of scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data management, mentor engineers, and shape our technical ro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of high-quality, scalable software solutions by mentoring developers, driving code quality, and optimizing performance across modern frontend and backend frameworks...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engineer exceptional customer experiences by leading product strategy for compliance offerings. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver AI-driven solutions that solve complex challenges and enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $130K *

Lead and optimize complex customer implementations of enterprise SaaS solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, managing risks and promoting clarity throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $214K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise software solutions. Drive technical sales cycles, build strategic relationships, and deliver impactful presentations to executives and technical audiences whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Champion innovative solutions as a Senior Backend Engineer, driving impactful features for families. Collaborate cross-functionally, utilizing Java and AI to enhance solutions while growing within a s...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $179K *

Empower the software engineering team to design, develop, and test innovative applications and platform solutions. Collaborate across the SDLC while adhering to best practices and proactively resolvin...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $160K *

Reimagine the future of project workflows by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to drive AI-powered business transformations, enhancing decision-making and operational efficiency throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $130K *

Join our dynamic engineering team to architect and develop scalable software solutions that empower users globally, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance performance and drive innovatio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$238K - $265K *

Drive innovation by leading engineering efforts on cutting-edge AI-driven applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user experience and build scalable solutions, while mentoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Shape integration solutions by designing and maintaining SAP Process Orchestration tools to enhance enterprise-wide business processes. Collaborate with teams to ensure data flow, performance, and com...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize enterprise product strategy by managing integrations, APIs, and custom configurations that serve diverse health systems and partners. Enable scalable solutions to enhance platform offerings a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $145K *

Transform global cloud networking by architecting scalable, secure solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to design and implement next-gen networking services while enhancing production systems and fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate automation capabilities by collaborating with engineers and data scientists to create scalable AI solutions that enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful results across the organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative SaaS solutions by developing scalable platform services, APIs, and UI as a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer. Collaborate across teams to enhance product delivery and maintain high...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$388K - $500K+*

Accelerate progress at Netflix Playground by creating robust features and seamless integrations for kid-friendly gaming experiences, leveraging both Android and backend expertise to ensure quality and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Drive the development of innovative worker deployment solutions, enhancing the scalability and management of Temporal workers across diverse compute environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure seam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.