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 - $195K *

Transform connectivity by developing cutting-edge Layer1 software solutions, enhancing performance and reliability for critical network infrastructures. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innov...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $195K *

Join a team that's focused on crafting innovative Layer1 software solutions. You'll manage projects from conception to deployment, ensuring robust connectivity for diverse hardware platforms while col...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $160K *

Grow your career by architecting resilient, zero-downtime systems for real-time AI trading infrastructure, ensuring operational excellence in a high-stakes financial environment where reliability is p...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Optimize integration capabilities by building reliable APIs and security-focused systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance workflows and elevate engineering quality in a dynamic, rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Drive end-to-end project delivery in SaaS Operations, managing multi-workstreams while collaborating with cross-functional technical teams to ensure execution, elevate risk management, and maintain al...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$388K - $500K+*

Shape the future of internal employee productivity by designing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-friendly, scalable applications, leveraging AI to...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to develop key platform capabilities, drive technical strategy, and enhance the user experience for millions. Join us in shaping the future of mental...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Empower an engineering team to enhance the software development lifecycle. Lead initiatives in developer experience, cloud services, and operational reliability, driving collaboration and innovation w...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $240K *

Lead the evolution of vital financial systems handling real funds, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability. Own the lifecycle of transactions while integrating with external partners in this c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Transform the healthcare landscape as a Software Engineer, collaborating on innovative applications that leverage cutting-edge technology. Deliver high-quality solutions, maintain robust infrastructur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $110K *

Empower a motivated technical support team to deliver exceptional customer service and resolve complex issues efficiently, ensuring high satisfaction and loyalty through effective leadership and innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$247K - $275K *

Champion innovative attack strategies for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, driving offensive security research and development by collaborating with diverse teams. Build, document, and refine cloud attack...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $215K *

Shape innovative security solutions by leading cross-functional projects, driving insights into product development, and advising stakeholders across all levels to enhance operational effectiveness an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions as a Senior Developer, leading the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge applications while mentoring junior developers in a dynamic, fully remote env...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$263K - $341K *

Shape the future by leading the design and integration of internal systems, unifying business workflows and advancing AI capabilities, while managing teams to solve operational challenges with precisi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Unlock potential by leading a talented engineering team to enhance the foundational data layer of our platform. Drive technical excellence, foster collaboration, and ensure strategic alignment while c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $181K *

Shape optimal technical solutions for large-scale projects, leading bid management and cost estimation for VFD systems and related technologies. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and competi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Help us develop innovative GenAI applications using Python and AWS. Collaborate in a full-stack environment to create and deploy cutting-edge solutions that leverage AI/ML technologies and enhance use...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Join a team that's defining the security posture of critical DoD software platforms. Lead RMF lifecycle ownership and ensure compliance while guiding stakeholders through complex authorization and sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in architecting AI-driven tools, enhancing developer workflows, and fostering innovation at scale through collaborative problem-solving and mentorship across teams, driving productivit...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $312K *

Drive identity innovation by leading IAM Engineering, ensuring secure and scalable platforms for workforce and non-human identities while guiding teams towards excellence in modern identity solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $297K *

Drive a team of engineers to deliver innovative solutions and foster a high-performance culture by empowering individuals to excel and aligning technical execution with business objectives, ensuring i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Lead a team of engineers to develop and enhance scalable platform capabilities across data ventures. Foster collaboration, manage projects, and drive innovation while ensuring technical excellence and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Advance customer satisfaction as a Principal Customer Success Manager, driving engagement and growth for high-value accounts through strategic partnerships and technical expertise. Collaborate across...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Help us develop innovative agentic platforms to enhance smart-home experiences, enabling systems that reason, maintain memory, and ensure safety while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   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.