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 - $150K *

Join a team that's defining and driving HDX strategy across enterprise VDI/DaaS environments. Lead engineering teams to enhance user experience and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a talented team to architect and build foundational services for a scalable platform, tackling complex distributed system challenges and enhancing developer productivity while ensuring high relia...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Architect and build scalable core services for a high-performance platform, collaborating across teams to deliver cutting-edge solutions while addressing complex distributed systems challenges in a dy...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of backend engineering as a technical leader driving architectural decisions and solving complex challenges to ensure scalable, secure, and resilient platform systems, while collabora...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of engineering in the Consumer Goods sector, leading a 100+ member team to innovate and execute scalable customer solutions. Drive AI adoption, cultivate talent, and establish industr...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $210K *

Join our team to lead software development projects, mentor teams, and optimize processes for product delivery in the healthcare sector, enhancing patient care and driving innovation across projects...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $215K *

Champion cutting-edge web applications as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, influencing design and architecture from front to back. Utilize modern tech stacks and collaborate cross-functionally in a dynam...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead innovative software solutions by designing custom applications that enhance modeling, simulation, and analysis capabilities, addressing complex customer needs in a collaborative, fast-paced envir...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, driving design and implementation by leading teams and mentoring others. Elevate quality and delivery standards while building stro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the Platform division by defining engineering standards, prioritizing investments, and ensuring AI-native strategy to enhance organizational effectiveness across multiple teams at scale...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the Platform division by setting engineering priorities and standards, managing cross-team dependencies, and driving a high-growth engineering strategy while ensuring reliability and compliance a...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$240K - $290K *

Join us to lead our infrastructure platform team, enabling rapid feature deployment and establishing SRE practices for operational excellence, driving engineering quality and team development in a col...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by developing innovative solutions that enhance clinical documentation and improve patient care, collaborating with a diverse team to tackle complex challenge...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Engineer high-performance embedded flight software for advanced missile systems. Lead software design and integration while collaborating with a multi-site team. Ensure reliability and accuracy in rea...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading complex IT projects! Leverage your extensive experience to drive cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment with business strategies while navigating challenges in a fas...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of end-to-end feature development, delivering high-quality, scalable applications using React, TypeScript, Django, and Python while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape and deliver complex IT projects by employing Agile methodologies, managing cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with business strategies to drive innovation and organizational change...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Explore exciting opportunities in IT project management, driving end-to-end delivery with Agile methodologies while collaborating across teams to enable transformational change and elevate project out...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Help us pioneer innovative IT project management by leveraging Agile methodologies. Engage with large teams to drive end-to-end project delivery while fostering collaboration and stakeholder relations...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion innovative IT solutions by leading complex projects with end-to-end management. Leverage Agile methodologies to drive transformation and inspire large teams while fostering collaboration and...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform mission-critical capabilities by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on Command & Control software and systems integration, ensuring robust architecture and delivery for complex gover...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Pioneer mission-critical software solutions as you lead diverse engineering teams and architect innovative command and control systems for aerospace and defense applications. Drive excellence through...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Champion mission-critical solutions by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on Command & Control software and systems integration, driving technical excellence and strategic program execution in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Lead technical execution and drive innovation in complex command & control software systems. Mentor engineering teams while delivering mission-critical capabilities for government and commercial space...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a team to deliver critical mission systems. Drive software architecture and integration for defense programs, bridging technical execution and strategic objectives while...

2 weeks 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.