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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$122K - $159K *

Transform infrastructure engineering by delivering strategic solutions that align technology with business goals. Lead cross-functional teams and drive operational excellence in a hybrid environment t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Innovate internal engineering platforms to streamline software delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to design cutting-edge CI/CD systems, enhance infrastructure, and integrate AI tools, driving ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead transformational initiatives in financial services, leveraging AI and modern banking expertise to drive digital change. Collaborate across teams while adhering to regulatory standards, ensuring e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Shape innovative cloud-native solutions through leadership in design, development, and integration. Mentor teams and translate business needs into reliable architectures, ensuring operational excellen...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $170K *

Contribute to building and scaling secure cloud services that enhance voice-based authentication, utilizing AI/ML signals. Collaborate across teams to design, implement, and optimize high-performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$109K - $145K *

Transform your career by leading complex programs and initiatives across functions. Drive significant change through effective stakeholder management and strategic delivery, ensuring alignment with bu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Transform legacy systems into innovative cloud solutions by creating robust APIs and applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to design full-stack solutions, enhance user experience, and employ be...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic team as you develop innovative software solutions using C#, Angular, and React while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance application functio...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $176K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of healthcare innovation. Lead an engineering team to develop critical APIs and backend services, mentoring talent while driving technical excellence and deliverin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $168K *

Unlock potential by transforming technical capabilities into monetizable, standardized service offerings. Drive product management, pricing strategy, and lifecycle ownership for mission-critical manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$107K - $159K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing scalable systems for automation and DevOps, delivering technical guidance while ensuring high standards in security and performance across development fr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Innovate as you lead complex project implementations for public safety clients, coordinating cross-functional teams while managing scope, budget, and risks to ensure successful project deliveries from...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform project management practices across the utility and energy sector. Lead PMO initiatives, providing strategic guidance to executives while enhancing governance, resource optimization, and ope...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Manage and coordinate diverse project teams to successfully deliver complex software implementations for public safety clients, ensuring effective communication and adherence to scope, schedule, and b...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by overseeing staffing, project management, and technical oversight for substation projects while fostering relationships with clients and internal teams for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading and scaling a multidisciplinary engineering team in full-stack and data engineering. Drive impact through collaboration and technical excellence, ensuring quality and in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of contract management by leading complex negotiations, collaborating across teams, and ensuring adherence to compliance and business objectives while driving improvements in process...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$137K - $254K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced search systems, enhancing search relevance and quality across legal content through neural information retrieval and deep learning techniques in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $250K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading multiple teams, ensuring alignment with strategic goals, and fostering a culture of innovation, excellence, and collaboration that meets the needs of a high...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping vital consumer-facing products that enhance public trust and safety during outages. Drive strategy, design, and delivery of user-centric experiences while managing high-stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $175K *

Transform the future of GTM systems by architecting AI-powered automation solutions. Collaborate with engineering and business leaders to implement innovative architectures and drive scalable systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $205K *

Pioneer the development of scalable microservices and AI-enabled tooling, enhancing software delivery experiences. Collaborate with teams to design resilient systems and monitor operational excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $230K *

Drive design excellence and lead a growing UX team for a significant healthcare technology client. Empower collaboration with cross-functional leaders while ensuring high-quality design outputs and a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $120K *

Analyze and enhance customer support processes, ensuring quality triage of technical issues while documenting solutions and patterns for product improvement. Drive self-service initiatives and maintai...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $145K *

Drive the integration of client APIs and enhance third-party services within the Activations squad, ensuring efficient online account opening processes and high-quality, maintainable code...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days 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.