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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$140K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead complex software development, driving technical direction and scalable solutions across cross-functional teams within a fast-paced digital banking environment. Collaborate...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $300K *

Contribute to the technical direction and architectural excellence by leading large-scale initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-impact software solutio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform IT strategy and infrastructure at a leadership level, driving innovation and efficiency across teams while ensuring seamless technology integration and robust disaster recovery planning...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in resolving complex technical issues for customers and collaborators. Work closely with engineering, QA, and support teams to enhance product reliability and ensure a seamless experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of engineering by designing innovative civil structures for substations, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness while collaborating with clients and mentoring juni...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$199K - $270K *

Tackle the complexities of backend engineering by developing robust API integrations, building ETL pipelines, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$232K - $368K *

Lead the development of innovative manufacturing models, ensuring alignment between design intent and production realities. Employ AI strategies to optimize workflows and enhance product yield, drivin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Champion the development of a robust Android platform, focusing on app architecture, UI/UX quality, and integration with various technologies to deliver exceptional mobile experiences in a fast-paced...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $135K *

Transform your career by leading data engineering projects focused on Power BI reporting and application integration. Utilize your expertise in SQL and databases to streamline processes and drive effi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive innovative web solutions by leading front-end modernization efforts, leveraging AI tools, and collaborating across teams to deliver impactful features while ensuring a delightful user experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Engage in cutting-edge AI innovation by leading the development of an open-source, plugin-based platform that enhances agent optimization and efficiency for scalable AI systems. Drive technical leader...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $250K *

Join a team that owns product development from strategy to launch. Collaborate with engineers, designers, and clients to solve real-world problems while driving architecture decisions and delivering h...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$213K - $355K *

Tackle high-impact research in frontier industrial AI, developing innovative models, algorithms, and evaluation frameworks. Lead initiatives that push the boundaries of technology while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver leadership and management of contractor performance to ensure efficient program execution, integration, staffing, and quality control while maintaining robust communication with stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$184K - $356K *

Accelerate progress at a leading cloud team by developing scalable automation solutions, integrating systems, and optimizing high-performance GPU infrastructure to enhance operational efficiency acros...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development of custom software solutions by applying your expertise in Node.JS and cloud technologies to meet diverse client needs, while ensuring a robust and agile development process from...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Overhead Transmission Line Engineer, leveraging your expertise to design high voltage transmission lines while mentoring others and ensuring project success through...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$301K - $414K *

Empower teams to define the future of experimentation in an AI-driven world. Lead product strategy, ensure high standards in statistical rigor, and drive innovation across data infrastructures for sop...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$124K - $196K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality, scalable frontend applications using React. Collaborate with designers and product managers to create exceptional user experiences while driving projects f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data solutions and lead advanced analytics initiatives for federal clients. Utilize strong database expertise and collaborative skills to enhance project delivery and manage client relationsh...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$169K - $254K *

Architect innovative Citrix solutions to address client needs, ensuring technical leadership and collaboration with stakeholders. Enhance existing deployments while adhering to regulatory standards an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Elevate Benepass's capabilities by designing and building a robust internal AI platform. As a Lead AI Systems Engineer, you'll drive automation and enhance workflows across multiple teams, ensuring sc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape delivery excellence by leading strategic engineering projects across multiple time zones, driving commitments, managing risks, and ensuring client satisfaction through effective communication an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the creation of a transformative BI data warehouse, driving analytics and data integrity while collaborating cross-functionally to enhance decision-making processes across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.