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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$181K - $248K *

Advance interplanetary science by owning and developing operating systems for Linux-based hardware, ensuring reliable configurations and seamless recovery for payloads in space...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining infrastructure management through AI-driven solutions to automate operations and enhance reliability, governance, and performance across mainframe and midrange compute pl...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Empower cutting-edge satellite operations by crafting resilient networking architectures. Define strategies to connect systems and enhance performance across production and global operations, ensuring...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $200K *

Lead the AI strategy for Mainframe and Midrange Compute, guiding innovative solutions to optimize infrastructure management and operations. Foster a high-performing team while collaborating across fun...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $227K *

Join a team that's defining cutting-edge satellite communication software. Shape the development of embedded modules and 5G NTN management stack for high-reliability connectivity in low Earth orbit...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$320K - $405K *

Lead the evolution of scalable Kubernetes infrastructure to support large-scale AI training and deployment, ensuring reliability and performance for state-of-the-art models across diverse environments...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$320K - $405K *

Join a leading Kubernetes Platform team to build and operate scalable control planes, enhancing cluster services and scheduling for frontier AI models across vast accelerator fleets while ensuring hig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$320K - $405K *

Join our Kubernetes Platform team to help scale and enhance critical control plane services, ensuring robustness and availability for frontier AI workloads across massive clusters. Your expertise will...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a talented team of engineers in designing high-quality software solutions. Utilize your expertise to deliver reliable applications while mentoring peers and driving continuous improvement in our...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving innovation by architecting a cloud-based platform to simplify financial management services for Veterans, enhancing self-direction capabilities with scalable, secure solutio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$211K - $286K *

Lead innovative embedded software solutions for avionics systems, overseeing design, development, and testing processes. Collaborate across engineering teams to ensure compliance with industry standar...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $286K *

Transform embedded software engineering by leading diverse teams in developing, testing, and integrating cutting-edge solutions for avionics systems that meet safety and quality standards, while foste...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead in a collaborative environment, driving software development and engineering solutions while utilizing advanced technologies and best practices to achieve remarkable results for dyna...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a key player in developing cloud strategies and solutions, focusing on machine learning capabilities. Collaborate across teams to ensure robust and efficient cloud infrastructur...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$193K - $261K *

Innovate cutting-edge cloud infrastructure solutions for critical enterprise applications. Collaborate with experts to enhance AI capabilities, driving operational efficiency and delivering high-quali...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Drive the transformation of simulation results into actionable insights with a robust reporting system. Collaborate across teams to deliver customer-ready analyses, enhancing the quality and speed of...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $180K *

Shape innovative data infrastructure by building a robust data lake and scalable data services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data strategies and optimize performance in a fast-pac...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$228K - $331K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable data processing workflows and microservices for high-visibility applications. Collaborate with teams to optimize big data solutions and mentor peers while delive...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $233K *

Drive a transformative engineering culture by leading a high-performing team focused on AI-native development and enhancing the consumer car shopping experience through intelligent features and collab...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$220K - $250K *

Champion the creation and scalability of data systems that drive customer-facing analytics across AI platforms, blending engineering prowess with product insight to deliver quality and impactful data...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $280K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing cutting-edge CNO software solutions that enhance critical government operations. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to deliver impactful technolog...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $280K *

Lead the charge in shaping system architecture and enhancing code quality. Collaborate with the CTO to guide engineering execution and mentor engineers, improving workflows and delivering scalable sof...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$198K - $248K *

Lead the design and implementation of scalable search infrastructure, enhancing content discovery through advanced ranking and retrieval systems while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading project planning and management for high-quality deliverables. As a key strategist, ensure client satisfaction and safety while fostering team collaboration and maintaining...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $150K *

Take ownership of a core area in our retail service cloud by setting technical direction, writing code daily, and mentoring engineers, while driving improvements and modernizing legacy systems across...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.