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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing robust applications using C#, .NET, and front-end frameworks like Angular and React. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders while adapting to various technology stacks and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $192K *

Elevate the myFICO platform by designing and deploying secure, scalable Java microservices that incorporate AI features and improve user experiences, while collaborating cross-functionally to drive in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Inspire excellence in quality assurance through strategic oversight, compliance adherence, and methodical improvement across critical projects. Collaborate with teams to elevate standards and mentor j...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $220K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Engineer, where you'll design scalable solutions that empower thousands of customers. Work with a collaborative team to address IT challenges while enhancing h...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $148K *

Unlock potential by leading zero-to-one product initiatives from concept to validation for enterprise clients, ensuring evidence-based decision-making and effective team collaboration across multiple...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing substations, ensuring compliance with codes and standards. Oversee projects from conceptual design to final QA/QC, showcasing expertise in electrical layouts, grounding, a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance CI/CD pipelines and secure automation practices. Leverage your DevSecOps expertise to implement robust security and compliance measures for Oracle applications, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive the vision and execution of a 2D/3D design tool to enhance user experience, leveraging innovative workflows and robust metrics while collaborating closely with engineering, design, and various b...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team of engineers in the design and implementation of protection and control systems for major utility substations, coordinating efforts and ensuring design integrity while mentoring junior eng...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic team of engineers in developing protective relaying systems for major utility substations. Cultivate relationships and ensure QA/QC in engineering projects whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive the product vision and strategy, owning the lifecycle from discovery to launch, focusing on scalability and performance in a cloud-based platform. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure innovat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$150K - $240K *

Champion cutting-edge software development in endpoint management, shaping high-impact solutions for diverse platforms. Collaborate to enhance patching processes and mentor engineering talent while ta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that designs and develops innovative Salesforce solutions, collaborating with architects and analysts to enhance functionality, ensure quality delivery, and support enterprise processes wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of game development by leading a skilled team of engineers. Drive collaboration, ensure technical excellence, and foster a creative culture while tackling complex engineering chall...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Drive the technical vision and architecture for the platform, leading engineering across multiple teams, ensuring reliability and compliance while fostering a collaborative environment for innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$215K - $250K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by leveraging AI to transform traditional engineering practices and drive end-to-end product ownership, collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality, produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $179K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing high-quality software solutions, mentoring teams, and ensuring successful project delivery while fostering a culture of innovation and excellence within the...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team enabling mainframe DevOps transformation through toolchain design, build automation, and deployment management. Leverage expertise in COBOL, JCL, and SCM processes to enhance devel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Elevate the future of autonomous software systems by building and optimizing AI agent evaluation frameworks, enhancing usability, reliability, and performance with a collaborative engineering team ded...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in developing innovative, data-driven software solutions for biopharmaceutical processes, enhancing digital transformation efforts through cutting-edge techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by driving Go development for our global Endpoint Agent. Collaborate in a fast-paced, remote environment, while delivering scalable, robust software solutions that ad...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of enterprise security by designing and implementing cutting-edge solutions that bolster cybersecurity and advance Zero Trust maturity in a fully remote capacity. Collaborate cross-fu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform product vision and engineering for a dynamic platform that connects teams and AI, driving impactful user experiences. Shape strategy, lead development, and collaborate across disciplines to...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading design teams and innovative solutions for large-scale data centers, ensuring compliance with industry standards and optimizing project outcomes through strategi...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.