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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$119K - $234K *

Join our team to build cutting-edge AI infrastructure, leading design and implementation while ensuring high performance and cost efficiency. Collaborate across teams to optimize AI experiences for mi...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $214K *

Empower software innovation by leading architectural development across product lines, ensuring high-quality, scalable, and efficient system design while mentoring engineering teams. Drive strategic a...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $250K *

Shape the future of financial technology by leading innovative fixed income trading system architectures and implementations, while mentoring teams to boost productivity and efficiency using cutting-e...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $252K *

Explore your potential as a technical leader in AI model serving, driving platform design and scalability while fostering a collaborative team culture. Your impact will shape how Workday utilizes AI a...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $252K *

Join our AI Model Serving team as a Principal Software Engineer, shaping the direction of our platform. Lead technical design, drive scalable solutions, and influence AI strategy while collaborating w...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $325K *

Empower the next generation of intelligent agents by architecting complex AI systems that drive business value. Lead end-to-end system design and integration while ensuring data privacy and responsibl...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $325K *

Lead the charge in designing comprehensive, robust AI systems that integrate advanced models into functional products, ensuring responsible AI use while enhancing user experience for enterprise applic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $325K *

Elevate enterprise AI solutions as a Principal Engineer, driving architectural innovation, orchestrating intelligent workflows, and integrating cutting-edge tech to enhance user experiences with rigor...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $325K *

Join a team that's redefining AI with intelligent agents, leading system design and integration of advanced AI solutions that drive enterprise value while ensuring data privacy and governance principl...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$246K - $370K *

Help us create intelligent agents by leading the design and integration of AI systems in a production-grade environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive enterprise solutions that enha...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$246K - $370K *

Unlock potential by leading the architecture and integration of AI systems that drive intelligent enterprise products. Join a team focused on end-to-end design and impactful deployment within a collab...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$246K - $370K *

Innovate enterprise-level intelligent agents by designing AI architectures and integrating LLM capabilities. Drive product delivery while ensuring responsible AI practices, balancing system performanc...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$246K - $370K *

Join a team tasked with architecting intelligent agents that transform enterprise workflows. Lead system design and ensure responsible AI integration while collaborating across functions to deliver re...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$246K - $370K *

Shape the future of AI by architecting cutting-edge intelligent agents that integrate seamlessly into enterprise applications, driving impactful business solutions while ensuring responsible AI practi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $325K *

Join a pioneering team as a Principal AI Engineer, leading architecting and integrating intelligent agents within a cutting-edge platform. Engage in innovative challenges spanning AI, system design, a...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$246K - $370K *

Lead the design and integration of AI systems, collaborating across teams to deliver innovative intelligent agents. Shape the future of AI capabilities in enterprise software, focusing on performance...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Deliver innovative software architecture solutions while leading cross-functional teams and driving technical excellence. Shape best practices in development to enable high-quality, scalable software...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge HCM platform services. Take ownership of architecture, enhance system quality, and mentor engineers while driving cross-team collaboration and AI integration...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Champion innovative software solutions while leading cross-functional teams to drive digital retail technology and enhance technical standards, ensuring alignment with business goals and maximizing co...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative software solutions for digital media, managing cross-functional teams to drive product architecture, integration with hardware, and scaling engineering capabilities...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$152K - $229K *

Elevate your impact by leading the reliability and performance of large-scale distributed systems. Champion operational excellence while collaborating with teams to design innovative solutions in a fa...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading architectural solutions and hands-on coding. Collaborate with senior engineers in transforming business problems into technical strategies using cutting-edge tools. Driv...

North York, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Redefine software engineering by leading full-stack development, collaboration, and architectural decisions. This hands-on role empowers you to design, code, and deliver high-quality solutions while l...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $165K *

Engage as a hands-on leader in software engineering, driving architectural choices and coding solutions. Collaborate with senior engineers to shape the technical landscape and ensure high-quality deli...

North York, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $165K *

Empower innovative software solutions by leading architecture and coding efforts. Collaborate proactively with peers and product leads to create impactful end-to-end designs while integrating AI tools...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.