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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$164K - $242K *

Champion innovative software solutions by designing and implementing scalable, multi-tier systems. Collaborate across teams while ensuring quality through Agile practices and secure coding, enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $207K *

Deliver robust backend systems that ensure high performance and reliability. Lead design and deployment processes, mentor engineers, and drive architectural improvements across teams, while enhancing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $223K *

Champion the engineering of cutting-edge Compute GPU/HPC solutions, developing Linux infrastructure that enhances customer performance and reliability through a collaborative and innovative approach t...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable software solutions for Customer and Commercial platforms, enhancing the engineering quality and delivering end-to-end capabilities, while collaborating closely w...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$157K - $298K *

Champion the development of AI-powered software that enhances early childhood education. Collaborate with teams to create, evaluate, and iterate on intelligent systems that engage teachers, staff, and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $185K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Engineer, driving technical excellence across our platform. Collaborate with teams to enhance scalability, optimize infrastructure, and mentor engineers in a d...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Champion technical leadership in building scalable systems and services, mentoring engineers, and driving platform growth with a focus on reliability and performance across both technology and team de...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $267K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our multi-cloud compute infrastructure through innovative software solutions, while ensuring optimal performance and high availability for millions of users across the glo...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Empower your career by architecting robust AWS infrastructure solutions. Join a senior team to innovate, optimize, and deliver high-performance systems that enhance AI products and drive excellence in...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Lead and innovate as you design end-to-end infrastructure for AI products. Collaborate within a senior team to implement scalable, reliable, and secure solutions in AWS, impacting real-time decisionin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of our platform systems as a Senior Engineer, driving scalable solutions in Node.js, TypeScript, and AWS. Collaborate across teams to enhance development velocity, reliability, and...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $165K *

Drive advanced software engineering for avionics systems, focusing on innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance pilot situational awareness and safety in high-stakes environm...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$183K - $205K *

Drive the development of core observability features, leading backend and frontend systems. Collaborate across teams, mentor peers, and ensure high-quality software solutions with a focus on scalabili...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the fintech landscape by leading integration architecture and solutions for consumer lending platforms, driving technical quality and mentoring a dedicated engineering team to deliver secure...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Lead a team of software engineers to innovate applications that enhance business operations, drive strategic initiatives, and maintain competitive advantages in a collaborative and dynamic environment...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building innovative applications with a talented team, driving critical initiatives and enhancing collaboration to advance our software engineering capabilities and achieve business...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $182K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable cloud-native data platforms, mentoring engineers while ensuring robust, secure systems align with business objectives and technical excellence in a dynamic te...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $182K *

Transform your career as you lead the design and delivery of scalable data systems, mentor engineers, and ensure robust technical strategies align with business goals in this dynamic software engineer...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $182K *

Lead technical strategy and execution of scalable cloud-native data platforms, enabling innovative solutions in the marketing space. Mentor engineers and drive cross-functional alignment to ensure pla...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate to build and enhance full-stack software solutions, ensuring excellent performance and user experience for clients and internal teams while meeting project deadlines and improving applicat...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$182K - $251K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading architectural strategies and delivering innovative solutions that enhance value and drive critical business solutions in a collaborative...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead dynamic software initiatives, mentor engineers, and drive innovation through complex problem-solving and collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality solutions...

Yesterday

  •   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.