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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$120K - $150K *

Elevate automation capabilities by collaborating with engineers and data scientists to create scalable AI solutions that enhance customer experiences and deliver impactful results across the organizat...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $181K *

Lead and innovate complex multi-span bridge projects, ensuring technical excellence from design to delivery. Collaborate with clients, mentor teams, and shape engineering strategies to advance the pra...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$196K - $207K *

Design scalable data solutions, enhance off-platform integrations, and lead cross-team collaborations. Drive architecture modernization and AI-first initiatives while mentoring engineers and optimizin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $270K *

Pioneer the future of cloud infrastructure by leading a hands-on team to enhance developer enablement and operational efficiency, ensuring scalable AI-native solutions that drive business success and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead cloud application initiatives by architecting solutions, migrating systems, and enhancing applications. Collaborate with teams to advance cloud technologies while ensuring compliance and quality...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's designing and implementing scalable enterprise solutions utilizing Oracle E-Business Suite on Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Ensure security compliance and enhance customer experience...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $253K *

Unlock opportunities by designing and deploying software solutions that simplify network management. Collaborate with engineers on cutting-edge distributed systems for Google Cloud and AI, enhancing i...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive the strategy and roadmap for RPM, CCM, and RCM programs, ensuring alignment across teams and accountability for performance. Innovate to scale operations while maintaining quality and compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Empower your engineering career by leading a dynamic team in building a transformative cloud data platform that delivers actionable insights through cutting-edge data technologies. Enjoy a collaborati...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building and optimizing AWS environments for our SaaS products. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure scalability, security, and compliance while automating deployments and enha...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $130K *

Lead and optimize complex customer implementations of enterprise SaaS solutions. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery, managing risks and promoting clarity throu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform project delivery as a vital Agile leader to enhance Scrum practices, foster team collaboration, and ensure alignment with mission objectives, driving impactful and measurable results across...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $172K *

Unlock transformative potential in a hybrid role where technology meets sales. Collaborate across teams to architect AI-driven systems, replacing manual outreach with automated intelligence aimed at t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$104K - $166K *

Join a team that's transforming software development through agile practices while designing innovative solutions. You'll collaborate on cloud capabilities and support comprehensive project lifecycles...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's passionate about transforming healthcare design! As a design engineer, you'll create intuitive user interfaces for innovative healthcare solutions while collaborating with engineers...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$215K - $300K *

Drive platform evolution by leading large-scale architectural initiatives across teams. Ensure cohesive changes and enhance developer experiences while executing cloud migrations and integrations effe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the Global Security Operations Center (GSOC) vision by managing product strategy and execution. Lead a team while guiding product lifecycle and customer success for industry-leading solution...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $225K *

Shape the future of infrastructure as a Principal Civil Project Engineer, leading multidisciplinary teams on high-profile projects in New York. Manage project scope, budgets, and schedules while ensur...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$69K - $125K *

Support a dynamic team by enhancing DevSecOps practices and infrastructure automation, driving efficiency, and collaborating across departments to streamline delivery processes while maintaining high...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer II by architecting and implementing robust cloud infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation, mentor peers, and drive infrastruct...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $278K *

Play a key role in leading technical planning and execution for a complex development and integration program, ensuring system integrity and quality standards while delivering advanced network service...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $128K *

Join a team that's paving the way in systems engineering for global communications. Contribute to innovative modeling projects, collaborate with experts, and ensure mission success through meticulous...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $220K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of AI, designing and developing LLM-powered systems for actionable insights from vast data. Collaborate with engineers and product managers to shape innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Collaborate with teams to enable AI platform adoption, configure User Story Agents, and support onboarding. Gather feedback and create documentation, contributing to process improvements and team effi...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $110K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic technical leader in designing scalable, secure technical solutions that drive federal modernization initiatives while collaborating with diverse teams to create im...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 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.