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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$118K - $180K *

Empower the future of nuclear energy by ensuring cyber security compliance and performing technical assessments for digital systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance safety and operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $195K *

Transform infrastructure reliability by leading innovative projects across teams. Leverage your expertise in SRE and cloud technologies to drive compliance and automation. Collaborate with cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and qualification of advanced fiber optic systems for high-speed communication networks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance produc...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$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...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career as you design and develop innovative web applications, contributing to a collaborative team that values your input and drives project success through advanced cloud-native technologie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $320K *

Champion innovation by leading complex engineering initiatives focused on AI/ML solutions and cloud technologies. Mentor senior engineers and drive software excellence while aligning technical strateg...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive the AI engineering vision by leading a team in developing innovative algorithms and solutions that meet business goals, ensuring effective collaboration across departments and adherence to ethic...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion data engineering excellence by designing and implementing robust systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and enhance data solutions, ensuring alignment with business obje...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that drives the evolution of data engineering through innovative solutions, core architecture design, and strategic project collaboration, shaping the future of robust and scalable data sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion federal compliance as a strategic partner, guiding clients through complex certifications and fostering executive relationships. Lead a team to ensure excellence in security compliance across...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovation by providing technical leadership on electrical distribution projects. You will oversee design packages, mentor junior engineers, ensure compliance with standards, and deliver reliabl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that drives innovation in electric utility distribution projects, enhancing system efficiency and infrastructure resilience. Leverage your technical expertise and leadership skills to ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $147K *

Shape the future of engineering solutions by leading technical methodologies, driving product application guidance, and collaborating across teams in a dynamic environment while ensuring compliance wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's driving backend innovation through AI collaboration, designing scalable applications that impact millions. Collaborate cross-functionally to influence product direction while settin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $300K *

Elevate your impact by owning and innovating complex systems that drive organizational success, while mentoring engineers and ensuring safety and security at scale. This role offers opportunities for...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead a dynamic team of engineers to shape the future of power systems. Oversee transmission studies, enhance client relations, and drive process improvements while developing talent and maintaining pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$195K - $234K *

Lead the Offline Perception team by driving strategy and execution of high-quality multi-modal data processing for model development. Mentor engineers, manage performance, and collaborate with stakeho...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$66K - $104K *

Make your mark at the forefront of data center project management, overseeing asset control and resource allocation while ensuring timely and budget-conscious project delivery. Collaborate with divers...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $250K *

Shape the future of developer engagement by owning technical content strategy, executing live demos, and collaborating with the community. This high-autonomy role demands credibility, hands-on experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $176K *

Unlock your potential by leading a high-performing SEO/AEO team, driving strategy, enhancing capabilities, and optimizing processes to align with organizational goals for measurable impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$105K - $187K *

Unlock potential by supporting enterprise applications and enhancing system stability. Collaborate on AWS, Java, and Salesforce platforms, driving incident management, production support, and the deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $150K *

Help us drive critical healthcare initiatives with Veterans, ensuring successful planning and execution of transformation programs. This role demands strong organizational skills and collaboration acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Create user-centered experiences that simplify complex technology processes, leveraging user research, design, and front-end engineering to build intuitive, AI-powered solutions. Collaborate across te...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $287K *

Innovate seamless SDN solutions for AI Cloud environments, focusing on design, operational excellence, and collaboration across teams. Elevate your expertise in software-defined networking while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $170K *

Transform education by leading product management for content authoring tools and CMS. Collaborate with design, engineering, and curriculum teams to enhance user experiences and ensure the scalability...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.