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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$117K - $160K *

Transform your career and drive innovation in software engineering. You'll build integrations and automate data flows, collaborating with cross-functional teams while shaping our modern tech stack and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the intersection of technology and retail by owning end-to-end architecture for product-to-market processes. Drive AI adoption, integrate operations, and enable transformative d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Champion the architecture for Product-to-Market, ensuring seamless integration across multiple domains. Drive transformation and decision-making for sourcing, pricing, and delivery within a fast-paced...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$153K *

Unlock your potential by architecting advanced Python applications and APIs. Engage in cloud-native services, database optimization, AI governance, and collaborate with diverse teams to ensure strateg...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $167K *

Join a dynamic team as you enhance and create high-quality full-stack web applications, developing APIs and modernizing platforms while ensuring best practices to deliver exceptional user experiences...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate scalable platforms and empower teams to deliver AI-powered solutions. Lead the design of distributed systems, ensuring security and reliability, while driving technical excellence in a collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of in-flight connectivity by designing robust systems for commercial aviation, integrating advanced technologies to ensure seamless communication and entertainment experiences for pas...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead high-performing engineering teams to execute innovative digital banking solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and effective systems while meeting...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and enhance software solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining robust code. Collaborate in agile teams to deliver secure, scalable applications while leveraging modern technologies...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Join us in developing innovative software solutions while ensuring application quality, security, and performance. Collaborate with business partners and thrive in a dynamic environment dedicated to c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Transform the hardware testing landscape by validating and enhancing Android-based device reliability, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure stellar product performance and user experien...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software products and secure APIs, while mentoring team members and ensuring a top-notch customer experience through cutting-edge technology and design...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's transforming the CRM landscape with visionary engineering. Lead architectural innovation, enhance user experience, and drive AI integration in a high-impact role focused on developi...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Drive innovation in software development by creating scalable, customer-centric solutions using AI tools. Collaborate with a dynamic team to transform ideas into impactful products, embracing experime...

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5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$248K - $406K *

Innovate core infrastructure strategies and enhance system efficiencies across networking, storage, and messaging. Collaborate with senior engineers to lead initiatives that drive quality and scalabil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Lead the charge in end-to-end delivery of retail software solutions while driving innovation through AI-assisted development, mentoring teams, and ensuring operational excellence across diverse techno...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Engineer high-performance trading solutions by innovating and collaborating with teams to enhance Fidelity’s brokerage platform. Drive cutting-edge technology to ensure exceptional scalability and res...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $200K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of web engineering, leading technical direction and mentoring engineers while delivering high-impact frontend experiences for millions of users on major streaming p...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$152K - $349K *

Advance your career by designing and implementing innovative backend solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud systems and contribute to impactful projects that drive efficie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovative software solutions as a Senior Developer, leading complex projects while enhancing application performance and stability through strategic technical insights and guidance to the de...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Engineer innovative AI-driven voice solutions, utilizing cutting-edge LLMs and cloud architecture to enhance patient interaction and streamline healthcare processes while ensuring high-quality perform...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Contribute to the development of innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to manage, design, and deploy scalable distributed services in dynamic production environments...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Join a team that's pioneering innovative technology solutions to enhance market-leading products. As a core contributor, you'll drive critical development in high-performance data visualization and an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$223K - $305K *

Advance your career by designing and operating scalable CI/CD infrastructure, leading cross-functional projects, and embedding AI tools to enhance developer productivity in a global team of engineers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engage with a multi-site team to develop, integrate, and validate software solutions for military aviation systems, ensuring mission-critical performance and safety through hands-on testing and automa...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.