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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$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$203K - $345K *

Join a team that optimizes complex technical programs to drive AI-focused initiatives. Collaborate across product, engineering, and security to translate strategy into impactful execution, enhance cap...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with opportunities to design and deliver scalable web applications and systems. Collaborate across departments to enhance internal operations and contribute to innovative AI/ML techn...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Drive excellence as a Lead Software Engineer, guiding an Agile scrum team to design and develop backend services and APIs for a federal digital content system. Leverage Python and Django expertise to...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$190K - $230K *

Lead the charge in transforming raw opportunities into real products through fast prototyping and collaborative decision-making in an AI-driven venture studio focused on innovative solutions and entre...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $230K *

Join a team that's shaping products from the ground up and driving venture creation. Collaborate closely with designers and strategists to turn raw ideas into impactful solutions, influencing both tec...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $280K *

Lead a talented Android engineering team to deliver user-centric mobile solutions. Drive the evolution of architecture and technical strategy while fostering a collaborative team culture that champion...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the engineering organization for Enterprise Applications, championing solutions in Salesforce and DevOps while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Engage directly in architecture, c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $203K *

The Sr. Software Engineer will specialize in safety-critical self-driving middleware, focusing on the design, development, and deployment of software for essential self-driving features. This role inv...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $278K *

Lead the charge in architecting and delivering innovative software features, translating complex requirements into robust designs, coordinating cross-team efforts, and mentoring peers to ensure high-q...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$216K - $264K *

Empower customer satisfaction as a Senior Manager, leading application development teams. Drive innovation, shape culture, and align technology initiatives to enhance customer experiences for millions...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $230K *

Champion cutting-edge, scalable systems to drive financial automation and data integrity across Upstart's operations, ensuring the reliability and performance of critical financial workflows and pavin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $170K *

Drive your career with a hands-on leadership role that combines coding, architectural decision-making, and mentoring in a fast-paced environment, impacting financial advisors through core applications...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $225K *

Drive innovative software solutions by developing and enhancing complex systems while ensuring optimal performance and adherence to design requirements. Collaborate with teams to tackle real-time data...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse software development projects, enhancing complex systems, and utilizing cutting-edge technologies to solve impactful challenges. Collaborate with experts in a dynam...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $252K *

Engage your expertise to lead technical execution for a large-scale government program, ensuring high-quality delivery and mentorship for a distributed team of 45+ engineers, while executing complex r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Drive the technical execution of high-impact government programs by leading a distributed engineering team. Ensure delivery quality on complex software solutions within a modern data lake environment...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $252K *

Lead technical execution and delivery for a large-scale government program, overseeing a distributed team of engineers to realize complex data solutions and cultivate customer relationships for missio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $140K *

Drive application development as a Lead Application Engineer, bridging customer needs with technical solutions while ensuring optimal material processes in a collaborative environment. Engage with div...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $195K *

Drive innovation in network software by collaborating with cross-functional teams, implementing features for large data centers, and providing quality solutions from design to deployment while mentori...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $175K *

Lead and enhance the DevOps function, managing a small team while driving infrastructure, CI/CD, and operational excellence. Collaborate across teams to improve delivery speed, reliability, and AWS co...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $234K *

Grow your career with innovative technology solutions, bridging pre-sales and delivery. Lead engagements in custom development, integration, DevOps, AI, or Azure, transforming client needs into action...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $279K *

Bring your expertise to a dynamic environment, providing advanced system administration support for a complex network, optimizing performance, and ensuring efficient operations across distributed syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$113K - $279K *

Transform your career by providing crucial system administration support in a dynamic, complex network environment. Collaborate with engineering teams and contribute to maintaining and optimizing adva...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $174K *

Advance software innovation by leading complex design and development projects, mentoring junior engineers, and translating user needs into effective solutions while enhancing team collaboration acros...

2 weeks 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.