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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$115K - $170K *

Elevate employee experience by owning, optimizing, and enhancing Workday systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and effective solutions while navigating a dynamic environment to supp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$128K - $164K *

Develop scalable AI workflows for clinical applications, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and explainability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish robust evaluation standards and enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Transform the digital experience by owning the product vision and strategy for our corporate website. Collaborate across teams to enhance functionality and drive user engagement while ensuring the pla...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $255K *

Help us build and own foundational cloud infrastructure that enhances self-service capabilities for various teams, focusing on security, cost-efficiency, and pipeline automation as you design a safe a...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of product strategy by leading complex client engagements, managing the full product lifecycle, driving cross-functional alignment, and mentoring teams to deliver impactful solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$119K - $202K *

Drive innovative software solutions by collaborating with teams, optimizing code, and enhancing performance while mentoring junior engineers in a fully remote role that prioritizes impact and creativi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $260K *

Inspire innovation by leveraging your expertise in software engineering while supporting critical government projects. Collaborate with a team of skilled engineers to develop advanced solutions in a d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $231K *

Contribute to the development of robust, scalable systems that enhance near-real-time pricing strategies and data insights. Partner with cross-functional teams to lead cloud-native, distributed applic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $230K *

Transform strategic visions into reality by owning product lifecycle from ideation to impact. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative solutions, drive customer satisfaction, and ensure business...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower the mobile delivery landscape by leading CI/CD automation and enhancing engineering practices, while mentoring teams and shaping scalable solutions for high-quality mobile applications across...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $282K *

Contribute to transforming engineering experiences by enhancing development tools and processes. Collaborate with teams to eliminate obstacles, streamline testing, and foster a culture of excellence a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $155K *

Join a team that's building the data foundation for innovative product solutions. You will design and implement ETL pipelines, model core data, enable analytics, and collaborate closely with Engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Discover a pivotal role in shaping scalable cloud architectures and modernization strategies. Lead technical initiatives supporting critical applications while collaborating with diverse teams to ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive enterprise growth through technical strategy, ownership of pre-sales cycles, and development of repeatable processes. Be a key player in shaping strategies that resonate with...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower a team to coordinate power outages by analyzing impacts and bundling shutdowns effectively. Lead cross-functional meetings, manage project assignments, and drive continuous improvement initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $200K *

Transform the AI landscape by shaping a global technical vision and strategy for leading systems integrators, fostering partnerships, and driving adoption of innovative AI architectures in a collabora...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive technical excellence and delivery as a hands-on leader managing full-cycle document capabilities. Balance engineering quality with effective team management while ensuring compliance and stakeho...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $226K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of Voice and Video SDKs for Android. Collaborate across teams, ensure quality, and enhance customer experiences by delivering impactful features that empowe...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$171K - $226K *

Join a team that's building innovative Android SDKs for Voice and Video, enhancing real-time communication for thousands of users. Collaborate cross-functionally, own technical direction, and ensure h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $160K *

Play a key role in leading multi-discipline projects with growing independence. You'll ensure quality deliverables through engineering judgment, strong client relationships, and mentoring of team memb...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $195K *

Drive impactful change by managing large-scale renewable projects efficiently and effectively. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure project alignment, and maintain stakeholder communication to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $155K *

Drive innovation by leading the design and evolution of robust data traceability solutions, ensuring transparency and compliance while guiding cross-functional teams in data architecture and implement...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative storage solutions while enhancing cloud platforms globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop features, optimize systems, and contribute to open-source projects, d...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $234K *

Join an innovative team to enhance GPU-accelerated simulation systems for autonomous vehicles. You'll bridge rendering, simulation, and infrastructure ensuring performance and reliability at productio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$210K - $256K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth and transformation initiatives, leveraging AI and data expertise to elevate Consumer Products, Retail, and Logistics clients through tailored, impactful sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.