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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$103K - $142K *

Engage in product marketing to drive pipeline and revenue through strategic GTM initiatives. Collaborate across teams for effective launches, content creation, and sales enablement while optimizing th...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$163K - $217K *

Join our talented engineering team to design and develop cloud-based search solutions that power critical data handling services while ensuring the efficiency and scalability of our platform as we inn...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $310K *

Transform your leadership skills as you guide a team of Solutions Engineers in delivering innovative, AI-powered solutions that enhance customer success and drive organizational growth in a rapidly ev...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Manage complex technical escalations for VMstore products, providing expert resolution and preventing issues in high-pressure environments, while advocating for customer needs to engineering and ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $297K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud spend visibility. Utilize your FinOps expertise to optimize costs, build dashboards, and analyze data-driven decisions that enhance product feature delivery and imp...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by redefining design-to-code processes and enhancing team collaboration in a dynamic environment. Shape the future of production-ready components using cutting-edge AI tools while fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $335K *

Lead the evolution of compilers and model exports for autonomous vehicles, ensuring optimized performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance AI compilation tools integ...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $215K *

Elevate cloud architectures by designing, implementing, and optimizing scalable solutions in a collaborative DevSecOps environment, ensuring secure and efficient cloud migration and development practi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $210K *

Lead the charge in architecting enterprise-scale data solutions, driving innovation in cloud data platforms, integration strategies, and modernization initiatives. Shape data governance and enable rel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $175K *

Optimize application security for a dynamic SaaS platform by leading vulnerability assessments, implementing secure coding practices, and advancing AI-integrated application governance across the full...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Create high-quality software solutions by designing, developing, and debugging applications. Collaborate effectively, contribute to complex projects, and lead junior engineers while maintaining high c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise-level GitLab adoption through strategic engineering, technical discovery, and architecture design. Shape scalable solutions and reusable assets that enhance custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $212K *

Shape technology solutions by collaborating with clients in the Financial Services sector. Drive innovative strategies and improve business performance as you navigate complex technical environments a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$190K - $304K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative AI product design strategies that elevate user experiences across multiple platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise data architectures by designing scalable data models and migrating systems to relational databases, while ensuring data quality and performance optimization for mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower clients to innovate by driving AI transformation in digital CX strategies, merging technology with strategy to create impactful business outcomes in contact center operations...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud and AI technologies. Contribute as a key team member in developing and managing cloud infrastructures, ensuring optimum security and service availability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Engage in shaping user-centric features using Rails and React. You'll mentor peers, balance tech debt, and foster a culture of excellence while delivering quality front end software solutions that enh...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$350K - $500K+*

Explore impactful identity experiences at the intersection of user trust, scalability, and privacy, driving innovative design solutions for diverse platforms while collaborating with cross-functional...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $180K *

Drive the design and delivery of robust data center network infrastructure, ensuring scalability and reliability through cross-functional collaboration and strategic initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $208K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data center infrastructure. Drive innovative designs and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable and scalable network solutions that support global...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate enablement at our company by designing impactful training programs that enhance product understanding, drive adoption, and enable the GTM teams to engage customers effectively, all while close...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $135K *

Drive scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD for healthcare applications. Collaborate closely with security and compliance teams while automating reliable deployments and addressing complex productio...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $193K *

Elevate your career as a Program Manager, leading diverse projects from inception to completion. Drive collaboration among teams, ensure client satisfaction, and implement innovative solutions, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive high availability and performance in cloud platforms. Influence architectural decisions and lead reliability improvements across engineering teams while establishing b...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.