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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions by designing, optimizing, and supporting enterprise applications and backend services, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to en...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing enterprise Java applications while optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to modernize architecture and support mission-critical...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative software solutions through agile development, integration, and maintenance. Work with cutting-edge technologies to enhance a suite of applications and collaborat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$112K - $135K *

Transform software solutions by developing and maintaining a suite of applications. Engage in implementation, testing, and integration with various technologies to enhance operational efficiency and p...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $145K *

Discover innovative AI solutions as a Senior Software Engineer. Lead the design, development, and optimization of machine learning models, APIs, and infrastructure to drive impactful AI features for m...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $135K *

Drive backend services innovation by leading an engineering team, enhancing data integration on AWS, and ensuring operational excellence through structured vendor transition and improved engineering p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Champion seamless loan management and customer relations as you lead initiatives that optimize collections and enhance user experience. Contribute to automation and process improvements to empower our...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $180K *

Explore a vibrant tech landscape as a Senior Software Engineer, utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Collaborate on innovative solutions, mentor peers, and impact software quality while advocating for...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Lead the charge in platform projects across teams, enhancing middleware interoperability and ensuring resilience at multi-tenant scale while driving observability standards and guiding software develo...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Transform your skills by leading cross-functional platform projects to enhance middleware interoperability and scalability, while driving observability standards and improving developer experience acr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $234K *

Advance the evolution of platform projects by leading cross-team initiatives, optimizing middleware patterns, and enhancing software design practices to support multi-tenant scalability and interopera...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $234K *

Develop robust test frameworks and applications to ensure high-quality software, collaborating across teams to enhance testing tools and processes while driving efficiency in testing for core Java tec...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing a scalable artifact management platform. Drive architecture and technical decision-making while collaborating with cross-functional teams for robust CI/CD i...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Architect innovative cloud-native platforms that enhance developer productivity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver AI-driven solutions, ensuring high reliability and performance stand...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Transform data center operations by designing and building cloud-native solutions that enhance performance, streamline workflows, and empower teams through automation and analytics, while leading comp...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Accelerate OCI's Artifact Management transformation by leading the design and implementation of a highly scalable and reliable system, driving cross-team collaboration, and ensuring seamless integrati...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing high-impact AI solutions, integrating backend services and ensuring scalability, security, and operational excellence across platforms and enterprise work...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Shape the future of platform software development by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing interoperability, and evolving middleware strategies. Drive observability standards and optimize system p...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Champion cross-team platform projects, enhancing middleware patterns for multi-tenant scalability. Spearhead issue resolution and observability standards, while driving innovation in software architec...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Lead transformative software development initiatives to standardize middleware interoperability while enhancing software architecture and performance across teams, ensuring high-quality deliverables a...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $234K *

Drive innovation by designing and developing robust cloud-native solutions within Oracle's managed Kubernetes service, ensuring high reliability and scalability in a collaborative environment that pri...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $234K *

Seeking a dynamic leader to drive cross-functional platform projects, ensuring smooth interoperability, scaling, and resilience in software architecture and development. A key role in enhancing develo...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Optimize cross-team middleware projects to enhance interoperability and scalability. Drive observability standards and enforce safe rollout practices, ensuring consistency and improving the overall de...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $234K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of robotics through cloud-native services. You'll develop AI-driven onboarding solutions, integrating diverse robot fleets seamlessly while enhancing the scalabil...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $234K *

Shape the future of robotics by developing cloud-native services for managing robot fleets. Collaborate across teams to build secure, scalable, and AI-driven integration solutions that simplify onboar...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.