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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$130K - $190K *

Create innovative power system solutions by leading product strategy and development, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive growth and operational excellence in the CYME software market...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $236K *

Transform application architecture by driving migration to a cloud-ready, API-first platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish best practices while ensuring reliability, security...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $214K *

Pioneer AI-driven solutions that enhance sales and marketing efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement generative AI applications that transform customer engagement a...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$111K - $192K *

Shape the future of data-driven applications by designing and building scalable backend services, collaborating across teams to enhance performance and usability while upholding engineering best pract...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive quality assurance processes by developing, executing, and managing automated and manual tests. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure software reliability and compliance with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $232K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of medical innovation by leading a dynamic team of software engineers. Drive technical excellence and Agile practices within a FDA-regulated environment, utilizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $222K *

Lead the charge in Linux engineering by driving project success through innovative solutions and collaboration with stakeholders, ensuring customer satisfaction and continuous process improvement in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $148K *

Empower enterprise customers in navigating security transformations, driving software adoption, and shaping effective DevSecOps strategies. Forge trusted relationships that transform security obstacle...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Lead the charge in shaping architecture across diverse workstreams, driving integration and data governance for Intelligent Applications. Collaborate with leadership to translate technical tradeoffs i...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive innovative client solutions, cultivate key relationships, and leverage consultative selling. You'll influence decisions at client organizations, spearheading business growth a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise learning solutions by empowering organizations through customer-focused sales engineering, ensuring alignment of technology with growth objectives and driving impactful...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$119K - $127K *

Elevate your career by addressing project management challenges and enhancing customer satisfaction through the design and delivery of advanced visual analytics, while leading implementation processes...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $164K *

Drive your career forward as you lead the Data Center infrastructure services, collaborating across teams to define strategies, execute plans, and build impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving marke...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead engineering excellence by coordinating PV and BESS projects, ensuring timely, budget-compliant designs across multiple teams and stakeholders while driving project success through collaboration a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Grow program management excellence by leading multi-project construction teams, ensuring quality, safety, and alignment with client goals. Drive operational efficiency and mentor emerging leaders in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$105K - $300K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and enhance support for medical technologies. Contribute to impactful projects, leveraging full stack development across diverse tech...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$266K - $442K *

Join a team that's redefining game quality by architecting testing strategies and robust CI/CD pipelines for a platform that spans TV, mobile, and cloud, ensuring seamless performance across diverse g...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform enterprise AI by shaping its technical direction and architecture. As a founding engineer, you’ll lead the build of agentic AI systems while enabling teams across the company to adopt innova...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $175K *

Optimize platform solutions for complex enterprise challenges, collaborating with a skilled team to drive cloud migrations and DevOps transformations in Azure and AWS environments. Embrace continuous...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to ensure uptime and reliability of a cutting-edge HPC platform. Leverage your SRE skills to tackle operational challenges and implement systemic improvements for ongoing high avai...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join us to design and optimize AI applications, collaborating with clients to deliver LLM-driven solutions. Your expertise in Python and AI development will help shape innovative projects that enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Project Manager, leading enterprise integration projects and fostering collaboration between customers, engineering, and stakeholders to deliver innovative so...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $180K *

Contribute to successful, multi-discipline project deliveries by leading design, improving processes, and mentoring engineers. Build trusted relationships with clients while ensuring high-quality outc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee large-scale B2B SaaS implementations, managing complex projects from kickoff to go-live. Foster collaboration across teams, guide clients, and ensure organizational alig...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end delivery of K-12 EdTech projects by coordinating interdisciplinary teams, ensuring predictable execution in a SaaS environment, and applying Agile methodologies for optimal results...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

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.