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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$95K - $115K *

Empower your software engineering skills by driving the development of essential features within a collaborative, agile team environment while maintaining the integrity of a diverse codebase...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$160K - $175K *

Architect secure, scalable cloud solutions on Google Cloud Platform for federal workloads. Leverage expertise in compliance, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code to innovate enterprise en...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $225K *

Grow your career with us by leading the engineering strategy for our innovative, data lineage platform. Drive a collaborative team, enhance deployment practices, and ensure product excellence for regu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a talented team in crafting a high-quality, scalable object storage product that enhances the developer experience, balancing technical execution with product thinking to drive meaningful improve...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that is shaping the future of data-driven insight in education. As a technical leader, you'll design and scale data systems that power internal strategies and enhance partnerships, ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading the architectural strategy and hands-on execution across cloud, data, and AI systems. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to implement durable, scalable solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of deep learning by optimizing AI frameworks. Collaborate with researchers to build high-performance solutions, enhancing numerical computing for diverse applicat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic development team migrating to .NET 10. Leverage your .NET expertise to manage code upgrades and SQL Server transitions in an Agile environment, delivering robust applic...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Develop and enhance enterprise web applications, APIs, and database systems to support financial transparency initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams in an Agile environment to deliver im...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Empower innovation by developing backend software for fleet orchestration, managing tasks, state, and routing for robotic systems in dynamic environments, ensuring timely and efficient operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$171K - $248K *

Drive the adoption of innovative technologies, shaping product direction through strategic collaboration with cross-functional teams and customer engagements. Validate new capabilities and create impa...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive technical strategy and architectural design for enterprise-level monitoring solutions, ensuring robust performance and integration across systems, while leading cross-functional teams towards su...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by managing complex projects that enhance veteran healthcare. You will lead initiatives within a high-visibility program, ensuring successful execution and alignment with broader...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's building and evolving our design system while collaborating with design and engineering to enhance frontend performance, accessibility, and adoption across products. Your engineerin...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the AI landscape by building innovative, agent-based systems that deliver real value. Collaborate with SMEs and end-users to create production-grade solutions, ensuring robust evaluations an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Engage in the advancement of high-performance simulation by enhancing Warp for Python on NVIDIA GPUs, driving integration with key software teams, and expanding its usability in scientific computing a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your leadership potential by guiding product engineers in creating exceptional developer experiences. This role blends technical expertise and product vision, enabling you to drive impactful in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$245K - $344K *

Grow your impact by shaping the advertising experience at the intersection of design and engineering. Lead UX engineering strategy across teams, create high-quality prototypes, and drive product direc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$112K - $193K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of healthcare technology. As a Backend Tech Lead, you'll drive backend platform design, deliver scalable software solutions, and mentor engineers while ensuring h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $260K *

Empower cross-functional teams to deliver AI decision-support capabilities while owning technical strategy, architecture, and execution. Transform mission needs into integrated plans and mentor a high...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $196K *

Empower our engineering teams to optimize production systems by building robust tooling, enhancing observability, and streamlining incident responses. Collaborate on AI-driven solutions to drive relia...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $315K *

Drive best-in-class software delivery by partnering with engineering teams, optimizing workflows, and leaving behind reusable tools to enhance productivity across diverse environments. Contribute to a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Developer, taking ownership of a large-scale enterprise application. Drive innovative solutions within a cloud-native environment, enhancing system performance, scalabi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $356K *

Develop high-performance parallel numerical applications. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, lead software projects, and optimize algorithms leveraging GPU acceleration. Shape the future of comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $158K *

Join a team that's building innovative infrastructure platforms to enable rapid, secure, and user-friendly code deployment for engineers and AI agents alike. Collaborate on scalable solutions and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information 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.