Welcome to Principal Software Engineering Lead Jobs at Ladders

Here, you can explore many opportunities that meet your career aspirations and offer salaries over $100000. Our platform focuses on well-paid positions and is dedicated to leading professionals like you to your next impactful role.

What is a Principal Software Engineering Lead?

As a Principal Software Engineering Lead, you are responsible for leading teams that develop, test, and maintain applications and software systems. These experts typically work at the highest level of technical complexity.

The Value of Principal Software Engineering Lead Roles

The value of Principal Software Engineering Leads is immense. They are critical to driving technological innovation and maintaining operational efficiency within organizations.

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$115K - $228K *

Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex software solutions, ensuring high-quality code through oversight of design, testing, and stakeholder collaboration while mentoring junior en...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $280K *

Help us shape the future of AI-Native engineering by designing innovative backend services for international markets while enhancing workflows that leverage AI to accelerate product delivery and impro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead a cross-functional team to architect and deliver scalable GenAI platforms, focusing on reliable and efficient production systems. Drive technical excellence across multiple services, ensuring qua...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $179K *

Deliver exceptional leadership in executing multi-disciplinary defence projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations, quality standards, and budget adherence. Foster high-performing teams and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Optimize enterprise product strategy by managing integrations, APIs, and custom configurations that serve diverse health systems and partners. Enable scalable solutions to enhance platform offerings a...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $170K *

Champion a high-performing team in delivering technical value and customer success. Act as a player-coach, leading crucial accounts and coordinating with cross-functional teams for optimal product ado...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$184K - $356K *

Optimize large-scale GPU cluster operations in a dynamic environment by leveraging automation and enhancing reliability while collaborating across teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $194K *

Join a team that's dedicated to empowering enterprise leaders with tailored insights and strategic guidance in the software engineering domain. Drive member success and enhance their initiatives by le...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform the engineering recruitment landscape by partnering with leaders, shaping hiring strategies, and driving talent acquisition efforts to secure top-tier technical professionals in a competitiv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $140K *

Lead the transformation of AI-driven testing solutions by configuring intelligent Test Case Agents. Engage with global teams to ensure high-quality AI outputs and streamline platform adoption, driving...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$212K - $265K *

Seeking an experienced engineering leader to build data infrastructure that supports vital AI products, partner with cross-functional teams, and oversee high-quality data models for enhanced trip inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape quality assurance processes for external suppliers, ensuring compliance and excellence to support innovative nuclear initiatives, manage audits, oversee evaluations, and collaborate across teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and drive TPRM initiatives, enhancing risk management across vendors while fostering stakeholder trust. Shape compliance and audit readiness, authoring strategies that elevate enterprise risk...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $154K *

Drive innovative Kubernetes solutions by configuring and securing AKS platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance infrastructure, deliver operational excellence, and mentor peers while ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $202K *

Shape the future of grocery shopping by building AI-powered systems that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain large-scale applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$159K - $240K *

Elevate your career by leading the design of AI platforms that enhance customer experiences, boost engagement, and drive business growth in a high-impact, hands-on engineering role that requires strat...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $163K *

Launch innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, building scalable platforms for automating complex tasks across diverse teams, while shaping the future of IoT and enabling smarter operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping innovative AI solutions and systems. Drive a high-performing team through technical leadership, fostering engineering excellence while actively contributing to code, archite...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $173K *

Drive the design and deployment of secure, scalable cloud infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to enhance CI/CD pipelines and maintain optimal operations while ensuring cybersecurity and regulatory...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $233K *

Lead the charge in building a high-performing Solutions Engineering team to drive complex enterprise deals. Focus on coaching talent, optimizing operations, and enhancing collaboration across function...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $220K *

Lead the development of scalable backend services that enhance routing and dispatch systems, optimizing fleet management and delivery logistics while collaborating cross-functionally to deliver except...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $171K *

Elevate your career by developing cutting-edge simulation software for tactical aircraft. Join our dynamic team to enhance pilot training and operational effectiveness using advanced technologies and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $110K *

Shape the future by managing complex customer deployments, ensuring successful integration and collaboration across teams. Engage with stakeholders to drive project success in a trusted, dynamic envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$155K - $185K *

Drive the architecture and implementation of scalable backend systems, enhancing core services and AI capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high performance and reliability f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Support us in architecting and deploying secure application infrastructures. This role focuses on developing scalable security solutions while ensuring compliance and resiliency within business initia...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What qualifications do I need for Principal Software Engineering Lead jobs?question toggle

    To qualify for Principal Software Engineering Lead jobs, you typically need a degree in Computer Science or a related field, along with considerable experience and demonstrated leadership in software development projects.

  • What are the typical duties of a Principal Software Engineering Lead?question toggle

    Principal Software Engineering Leads generally manage software development teams, oversee the development and implementation of software systems, enforce best coding practices, and plan for future system upgrades.

  • How much do Principal Software Engineering Leads earn?question toggle

    Salaries can vary depending on experience, industry, and location. However, jobs featured on Ladders are all positions that pay over $100000.