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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$156K - $235K *

Drive technical excellence as you lead a 10-15 person software engineering team. Shape the adoption of generative AI tools to enhance developer productivity and deliver top-notch enterprise SaaS solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $120K *

Empower our team to develop innovative software solutions by leveraging .NET and JavaScript frameworks. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experiences and drive impactful projects that ele...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks 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

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading our Partner Engineering team to define strategies that enhance cloud and API integrations, ensuring successful partnerships and driving global adoption of innovative video...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional teams in delivering complex software initiatives within budget and timeline. Leverage your deep project management and agile expertise to drive results...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $160K *

Collaborate in designing and optimizing key build systems for a robust cloud-based pipeline. Drive improvements in package management and streamline processes, ensuring a reliable and efficient infras...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in product development by collaborating with teams, defining features, and enhancing user experiences. Drive Agile processes and communicate effectively to ensure timely delivery of hi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

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

$500K+*

Transform data protection by leading a team to develop innovative privacy solutions that meet regulatory standards while enhancing data enablement. Collaborate cross-functionally to build effective to...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $300K *

Drive platform evolution by leading large-scale architectural initiatives across teams. Ensure cohesive changes and enhance developer experiences while executing cloud migrations and integrations effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engage in shaping enterprise architecture strategies, guiding IT decisions, and delivering impactful solutions. Leverage deep industry knowledge to lead cross-functional teams and drive digital initia...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $110K *

Innovate with us to enhance applications using AI-native workflows. Join our collaborative team to implement and maintain high-quality solutions while continuously learning and growing in your softwar...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize and support the design of robust databases for a large-scale IVR and contact center platform, ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $160K *

Innovate programs with cross-functional teams to enhance engineering strategies. Drive delivery from concept to execution in a dynamic environment, ensuring risks are managed and objectives met while...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $177K *

Lead the charge in software development across a cross-functional team while ensuring quality and technical excellence. Balance hands-on coding with team leadership to deliver high-value applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing customer success through skilled project management. Drive complex onboarding and expansion projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to delive...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $135K *

Lead the charge in building high-quality custom software solutions while ensuring adherence to coding standards. Collaborate with a team, tackle complex projects, and utilize your extensive experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Pioneer high-quality software solutions by designing and developing robust applications utilizing Java and C#. Collaborate with teams and contribute to project success while adhering to best practices...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$193K - $309K *

Contribute to the evolution of network traffic infrastructure, enhancing request routing and security at scale. Lead multi-team initiatives, mentor engineers, and leverage AI tools to design systems t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $115K *

Develop and implement scalable automation frameworks for robust testing of AI-driven cloud-native applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance quality assurance across multi-cloud envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $254K *

Join a dynamic team to innovate and enhance web solutions, actively collaborate on projects, and drive business strategies using modern technologies. Embrace agile methodologies and make impactful con...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $217K *

Transform complex, cross-functional initiatives with strategic insights and leadership, uniting Product, GTM, and Operations teams. Drive accountability and measurable outcomes while designing adaptiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Join a team that's building innovative solutions by creating autonomous accounting agents and integrating financial data, all while driving fast-paced feature development in a dynamic environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$238K - $330K *

Champion the future of transformative decision systems by guiding teams on optimizing offer strategies, conversion modeling, and systems design to enhance borrower experiences and improve marketplace...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$245K - $265K *

Empower your career by leading a team that shapes innovative developer platforms. Collaborate on strategic roadmaps and drive exceptional developer experiences through technical leadership and communi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of radar and wireless technologies. As a Principal Engineer, you will lead innovative projects, collaborate across disciplines, and ensure high-quality design and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.