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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$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance back-end systems and ML capabilities. Lead projects, optimize pipelines, and design APIs while mentoring engineers and collaborating with leadership in an innovative env...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of technical delivery by leading multi-disciplinary teams specializing in data engineering, governance, visualization, and AI. Drive excellence and practice maturation, ensuring a uni...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's committed to enhancing software quality through automated E2E testing. Utilize your JavaScript skills to develop robust frameworks, identify defects, and collaborate effectively to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of engineers in the design and implementation of protection and control systems for major utility substations, coordinating efforts and ensuring design integrity while mentoring junior eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive the creation of AI-native solutions, leveraging advanced LLM frameworks to build agent-based systems. Collaborate closely with clients and end-users to ensure systems are practical, effective, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $170K *

Transform education by leading product management for content authoring tools and CMS. Collaborate with design, engineering, and curriculum teams to enhance user experiences and ensure the scalability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of engineers in developing protective relaying systems for major utility substations. Cultivate relationships and ensure QA/QC in engineering projects whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by designing and building scalable data pipelines and architectures to drive analytics and machine learning initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with teams to deliver a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $187K *

Elevate your career by leading advanced full-stack engineering initiatives that deliver reliable, scalable solutions while mentoring others and guiding cross-functional teams to improve delivery effec...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $219K *

Drive the strategy and vision for Self-Reported Insights, enhancing developer experiences through impactful products. Lead cross-functional collaboration to translate insights into actionable value, i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in product management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define strategy, develop solutions, and achieve product vision while fostering cooperative relationships for success...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$197K - $246K *

Grow your career with the opportunity to lead Tailscale's vital dataplane platform, driving innovation in customer traffic management, ensuring seamless connectivity, reliability, and performance acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $300K *

Manage physical design for System-on-Chips, optimizing performance through RTL-to-GDSII execution, design convergence, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful tapeout readiness and rob...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $300K *

Drive the future of integrated circuit design by leading physical implementation of SoCs, optimizing performance, and ensuring robust methodologies through cross-functional collaboration and advanced...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career by conducting pivotal interconnection feasibility studies for generation and transmission projects, optimizing solutions, and collaborating with stakeholders throughout the study pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Deliver foundational customer capabilities by advancing full-stack technology solutions, enhancing authentication, and ensuring reliability for seamless experiences across diverse digital platforms in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze power systems and conduct IBR Dynamic Modeling studies to ensure compliance with NERC reliability standards. Utilize advanced software tools to deliver impactful reports and assessments while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and evolution of cutting-edge audio and video communication platforms for connected healthcare, ensuring seamless real-time interactions and superior outcomes fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $267K *

Lead the development of advanced generative products for ad effectiveness, designing robust architectures and optimizing systems to enhance advertiser performance and maintain brand integrity across c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $210K *

Optimize real-time event pipelines by leading technical innovations, mentoring teams, and ensuring system reliability. Collaborate to enhance product efficiency and operational advantages in a hands-o...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you innovate automated testing solutions for AWS infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment confidence and streamline v...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $145K *

Transform engineering productivity by shaping solutions that enhance SDLC and code reliability. Collaborate globally to build automated systems, optimize performance metrics, and bridge gaps within te...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Shape the future of scalable Salesforce solutions by leading technical initiatives, designing robust applications, and mentoring a high-performing team in a collaborative environment that values innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable Salesforce solutions, utilizing Apex, LWC, and Flow to drive business value. Lead technical initiatives and ensure solutions ar...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $150K *

Drive impactful SAP solutions by leading enterprise architecture projects. Collaborate with teams to assess client landscapes, deliver innovative strategies, and enable successful digital transformati...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.