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 - $185K *

Drive enterprise-grade data solutions, architecting scalable platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with clients and teams while mentoring others to create efficient data pipelines, ensuring performance...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Champion the development of groundbreaking AI systems by driving research, orchestrating agent workflows, and enhancing reliability of autonomous operations, while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the evolution of a Salesforce Commerce Cloud platform, ensuring robust architecture, optimizing performance, and guiding cross-functional teams in delivering seamless eCommerce solutions as you i...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize testing processes by managing client engagements, applying Workday expertise, and delivering high-quality results. Foster relationships, enhance best practices, and contribute to a growing pr...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving product strategy and execution for large-scale AI-driven solutions, partnering with cross-functional teams to meet customer needs and achieve significant business impact acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $162K *

Build seamless and scalable frontend applications with modern technologies, taking ownership of features and ensuring optimal performance. Collaborate with teams to deliver rich, interactive user expe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance network operations, leveraging AI insights to boost reliability and efficiency while mentoring peers and guiding technical solutions across various segments of the organ...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $175K *

Execute impactful networking product strategies, translating technical complexities into market-ready offerings while collaborating across engineering teams to ensure successful delivery within a high...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Build your career with a dynamic team dedicated to optimizing publisher integrations within AdTech. Collaborate with technical teams and clients to enhance ad performance and troubleshoot implementati...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive the evolution of backend systems for a leading cloud platform, enhancing API design and technical integrity while navigating a mature PHP architecture. Collaborate with engineering peers to opti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $207K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategy, ensuring cohesive go-to-market initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the product portfolio and drive growth in key marke...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $290K *

Lead the development of an innovative database observability product, enhancing visibility into database performance and query patterns across Vitess and PostgreSQL systems while collaborating with te...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $155K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure by leading a high-performing engineering group focused on identity management, billing, and administration in a dynamic tech environment. Drive moder...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a fast-paced startup by enhancing our infrastructure. You'll drive improvements across AWS, Terraform, Kubernetes, and CI/CD pipelines, ensuring robust, scalable, and secure sys...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at scaling robust infrastructure to support reliable, efficient mortgage services. Join a dynamic team committed to building tools that enhance engineering velocity and platform re...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $150K *

Elevate enterprise technology strategy and drive modernization initiatives while collaborating with key stakeholders to optimize scalable, cloud-native platforms. Shape the architecture that balances...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $170K *

Drive impactful learning experiences by designing and building dynamic training materials that empower global sales teams. Collaborate with experts to translate complex concepts into effective learnin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing a robust investor platform, driving the product lifecycle from strategy to delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally in an agile, tech-driven environment to create excepti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$83K - $154K *

Engage with commercial and defense customers to provide technical pre-sales support for GNSS, timing, and inertial navigation solutions. Drive customer integration projects and deliver product demonst...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $140K *

Design high-performance electrical systems by leading projects from concept to construction. Engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration while ensuring compliance and sustainability goals. Strengthen e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$130K - $140K *

Lead the charge in engineering innovative electrical designs for multifaceted commercial projects, ensuring compliance and sustainability while managing the entire project lifecycle from concept to co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Transform electrical design by leading complex commercial projects, ensuring compliance with codes and sustainability goals while collaborating across disciplines from concept to construction...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $140K *

Drive the electrical engineering design for commercial projects, ensuring compliance and performance. Lead cross-disciplinary teams to enhance efficiency from concept to completion, while mentoring pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$91K - $133K *

Join a team that's redefining creative operations by ensuring that marketing initiatives run smoothly, enabling creative talent to focus their energy on impactful storytelling and execution. Your role...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$159K - $220K *

Advance the creative vision of a leading brand by overseeing a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality output across campaigns and strategic initiatives while fostering talent and operational excellence...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

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.