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 - $160K *

Lead and shape the engineering team while actively coding and driving delivery of scalable solutions. Oversee development processes and integrate AI to enhance product innovation in a dynamic, fast-pa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Strategize the integration of AI to enhance engineering workflows, lead cross-functional teams, and develop automation solutions that improve productivity and drive business outcomes across R&D operat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $140K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by developing high-performance, cloud-native applications using .NET and React. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance patient outcomes through scalable an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at building and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring quality and reliability in support of analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data-driven insights and maxi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Develop cutting-edge software solutions as a Principal Engineer, guiding teams in .NET and data technologies while leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to drive exceptional results for diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize software solutions by leading a talented team in architecture and development, driving impactful projects with advanced technologies, while ensuring high standards of software quality, securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join a team that's innovating the future of energy by integrating large-load facilities into the electric grid, solving complex challenges, and ensuring reliable power supply for high-performance comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Help us shape the future of customer engagement by building innovative internal tools that empower our go-to-market teams and enhance user experiences through technology-driven solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI in finance by designing and implementing cutting-edge features that enhance digital banking experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$176K - $237K *

Champion the development of robust computing systems across Temporal Cloud. Drive innovation in managed compute primitives and architect high-performance solutions while ensuring seamless multi-cloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Play a key role in leading and coordinating the technical execution of advanced SCADA solutions, ensuring quality and alignment with project objectives through effective collaboration with engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $313K *

Drive impactful change by building highly scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems. Collaborate with a top-tier team to enhance performance and quality while participating in dynamic software d...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $163K *

Develop and deliver scalable microservices architectures using AI techniques, Kubernetes, and Golang, while collaborating closely with teams to enhance network management solutions for diverse custome...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Empower our engineering team by architecting and optimizing AWS cloud infrastructure. Lead automation, security, and reliability practices while shaping scalable solutions to meet organizational growt...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive your career with a dynamic role focusing on scalable platform development, mentoring engineers, and enhancing infrastructure practices for optimal performance and growth...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Collaborate to design and enhance a secure identity platform, ensuring reliable authentication and authorization systems that support our products and customer needs, while working with a dedicated te...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Grow your career with a leading team focused on building secure identity solutions. You'll develop and enhance critical authentication systems, driving reliability and security across our platform in...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Advance your engineering career by embedding with operations teams to streamline complex workflows, enhance automation, and improve risk management in a fast-paced financial services environment. Make...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $192K *

Unlock potential by leading an innovative AI Platform team focused on design, delivery, and technical guidance for scalable backend services and shared AI solutions, while fostering collaboration and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of shared services by developing robust APIs and backend solutions in a cloud-native environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and elevate your coding...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $140K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing software development, enhancing product reliability and security, and driving innovative solutions to complex challenges while collaborating across functions to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $240K *

Advance your career as a Principal Consulting Engineer, driving large-scale technology solutions, collaborating with clients and teams, and innovating on technical strategies to deliver exceptional se...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $267K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our multi-cloud compute infrastructure through innovative software solutions, while ensuring optimal performance and high availability for millions of users across the glo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.