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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$229K - $258K *

Join a team that's redefining open-source library management. You'll lead architectural strategies and automation efforts across multiple ecosystems, influencing the future of platform scalability and...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the Libraries Platform by architecting a scalable, automated ecosystem-building solution. Collaborate across teams to implement efficient workflows, optimize security patch processes, and el...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Engineer robust cybersecurity applications that drive risk analytics in regulated environments. Leverage full-stack skills in design, APIs, and CI/CD processes while collaborating across teams to enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $431K *

Drive innovation by leading the development of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design robust cloud-native solutions, enhance Kubernetes management, and optimize depl...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower software innovation by leading a team in coding and architecture, guiding performance, conducting technical discussions, and driving process improvements for a high-performing product delivery...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $205K *

Elevate your career by architecting and developing secure, scalable AI applications that streamline workflows and enhance operational efficiency in a collaborative environment, driving productivity an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

The Principal Software Engineer at Vanta will lead strategic technical initiatives and set the tone for engineering excellence within the Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) product team. This role...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize AI solutions by designing, developing, and deploying cutting-edge models while collaborating across teams to enhance capabilities and drive innovation in a fast-paced environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$230K - $368K *

Champion the design and maintenance of resilient systems powering real-time operations. Drive technical strategy while ensuring scalability and performance, mentoring the next generation of engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$206K - $224K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Drive development on product features using Java and agile methodologies to enhance application performance and usa...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer a transformative journey in AI-driven software engineering, shaping technical standards and building critical infrastructure across platforms, while directly influencing product development an...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $182K *

Shape the future of our technology by leading the design and development of scalable systems. You'll drive modernization, enhance collaboration across teams, and mentor engineers to bolster innovation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Bring your expertise to lead critical software projects, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the timely delivery of innovative compilers. Engage with global teams and implement efficient...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $155K *

Lead the charge in application development by architecting, designing, and deploying high-quality software solutions while mentoring teams and optimizing development practices for business growth and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $155K *

Lead the modernization of digital experiences using AEMaaCS, enabling innovation through Full Stack development, AI-first practices, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance customer e...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the design and development of mission-critical distributed application architectures. Combine hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight to create scalable and secure backend systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by shaping technical strategies and driving large-scale programs that enhance the Analytics Platform, ensuring seamless cross-organization collaboration and delivering reliable soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $220K *

Lead the charge in developing agentic AI systems for a high-scale automotive SaaS platform. Own technical architecture, drive AI-driven automation, and mentor teams to deliver innovative solutions tha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovation by shaping AI agent interactions with Pinecone’s API, SDK, and web surfaces. Collaborate across teams to create scalable, efficient systems that enhance developer and agent experience...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Champion the IGA/IAM landscape, overseeing technical solutions and engineering teams. Lead end-to-end architecture for identity engagements while ensuring integration strategies, governance, and effec...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud-native applications and solutions, utilizing cutting-edge technologies, and drive modernization efforts for clients, enhancing both efficiency and val...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $159K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software for satellite products, driving design and implementation across front and back-end systems in a collaborative engineering team. Embrace new technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer the future of AI security by designing and building core identity and authorization systems. Lead cross-team technical decisions that impact agent identity, trust establishment, and real-time...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $273K *

Innovate within a remote team to enhance fullstack solutions. Drive product strategy, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor engineers to achieve software excellence while delivering impactful fea...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 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.