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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$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing finance operations by overseeing Source to Pay and Record to Report processes, ensuring excellence in reporting and financial controls while partnering with key stakeholde...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $230K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading a high-performing team to deliver innovative cloud solutions. Drive modernization efforts and ensure optimal end-user experience while adhering to security s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $259K *

Innovate user experiences at the forefront of game development by leading UX/UI strategies for a new franchise. Collaborate across disciplines to enhance player engagement and ensure design excellence...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $300K *

Join a team that's transforming ideas into real products by pioneering innovative solutions at the intersection of technology and business problem-solving. Shape early-stage startups with your experti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Lead strategic engagements as a trusted advisor in complex enterprise sales, influencing C-suite decision-makers and driving success in high-stakes opportunities. Collaborate with sales teams to shape...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $172K *

Lead the development of scalable platform systems and API-driven experiences, integrating AI capabilities while ensuring operational rigor and innovative problem solving across partnerships...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $176K *

Elevate your career by managing critical supply chain strategies and supplier performance, ensuring timely delivery, and supporting U.S. Government contracts. Take charge of project management and int...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Champion technical excellence by guiding architectural solutions and leading project delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to turn client needs into scalable, robust systems, ensuring technical acc...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex federal programs with a focus on healthcare, technology, and mission support initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$138K - $170K *

Shape the future of quality assurance in software development. As a key member of Agile teams, design robust testing strategies, mentor peers, and ensure superior quality across complex applications i...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $182K *

Engineer innovative search and AI visibility solutions to optimize data-driven marketing efforts. Collaborate cross-functionally to create automated insights and decision frameworks enhancing brand pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Shape robust software solutions that enhance real-time communication services, balancing speed and stability while collaborating across teams and improving existing systems with thoughtful design and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of distributed systems by designing resilient architectures and enhancing core platform capabilities. Your leadership will directly impact performance and dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$156K - $215K *

Optimize IT operations by transforming ITSM and TLM through automation and AI. Lead efforts to streamline workflows, enhance data quality, and improve operational efficiencies, enabling intelligent de...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

Manage SaaS implementation programs by leading a cross-functional team, ensuring timely delivery, quality, and client satisfaction. Act as a player/coach to drive efficient project execution, promotin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $152K *

Elevate customer onboarding experiences by driving early adoption for key accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless transitions and high-value engagements that set customers...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to design and develop cutting-edge network software for embedded systems. This role focuses on enhancing system security, performance, and interoperability within a real-time opera...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$85K - $170K *

Transform legacy systems by developing cloud-native Python microservices. Engage in designing and deploying efficient REST APIs and batch jobs in modern environments while utilizing Agile and DevSecOp...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$268K - $325K *

Lead the charge in transforming our data platform, driving strategic direction and innovation while empowering teams to excel in analytics, data infrastructure, and engineering excellence across the o...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in Android experimentation by designing impactful A/B tests, enhancing user engagement, and driving product growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to create innovative solutions and fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead operational excellence by coordinating sustainment and service delivery across diverse IT functions to ensure mission stability. Collaborate with Agile teams and stakeholders to maintain high ava...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $195K *

Drive the development of innovative packet forwarding and system software for complex networking ASICs, ensuring high-quality solutions from design to deployment while collaborating closely with engin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by transforming satellite-derived vegetation intelligence into actionable insights for utility customers while enhancing climate resilience and optimizing workflows with geospatial an...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving excellence as a hands-on Software Engineering Team Manager, mentoring talent and ensuring top-tier ServiceNow implementations. Foster a high-performing culture while deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Lead the charge in enhancing our API platform by integrating AI capabilities, simplifying user experiences for developers, operators, and data scientists while driving strategic initiatives and measur...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week 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.