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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$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of operational excellence in a large federal IT program, leading teams in service delivery, compliance, and performance metrics while leveraging AI innovations to enhance processes and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform the future of enterprise risk management by leading front-end development, crafting scalable UI solutions, and integrating innovative AI workflows to enhance user experience on our Risk Clou...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Empower AI capabilities by overseeing infrastructure for production AI solutions. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to enable operational readiness, monitor performance, and drive contin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $172K *

Empower innovation by leading a dynamic team of engineers in building AI foundations at scale. Drive design, enhance agent observability, and foster collaboration, all while navigating fast-paced chal...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $195K *

Drive impactful change by managing large-scale renewable projects efficiently and effectively. Lead cross-functional teams, ensure project alignment, and maintain stakeholder communication to achieve...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $195K *

Drive Linux kernel innovation with our team, enhancing EOS, integrating new features, and collaborating with upstream communities to ensure top-quality performance and scalability. Join us to lead pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Make your mark at the forefront of hardware development by shaping user experience. As a senior frontend engineer, you’ll drive the design and development of cutting-edge applications that enhance tea...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Help us lead customers in mastering telemetry strategies, optimizing their observability practices, and achieving technical goals through expert guidance, effective collaboration, and innovative probl...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the development of robust data platforms in a collaborative environment, enhancing reliability and accessibility while addressing technical needs of software and data engineering teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of dental technology by leading software development for specialized machines, shaping the future of custom prosthetics manufacturing in a dynamic, high-growth env...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $221K *

Shape the future of digital workplaces by leading endpoint engineering, driving technology innovation, and fostering operational excellence across diverse teams, enhancing employee experience in a sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $155K *

Join our team to enhance cloud security solutions by integrating best practices in DevSecOps, risk assessment, and compliance. Collaborate across functions to ensure safe cloud environments while ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $197K *

Champion analyst relations by building key relationships and driving Atlassian's AI Software Delivery narrative to influence market positioning and buyer decisions through strategic insights and intel...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage in developing cutting-edge AI tax agents that streamline processes for CPA firms and corporate tax departments. Collaborate closely with engineers and clients to enhance the tax lifecycle, prio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Transform project execution by overseeing team performance, managing deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Engage with stakeholders to enhance project success and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$87K - $135K *

Lead the modernization of applications through Agile practices, managing diverse projects and ensuring compliance with DoD standards. Collaborate effectively across teams to achieve mission-critical o...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$120K - $135K *

Deliver innovative IT solutions to enhance system performance and availability. You'll play a key role in modernizing software applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform our systems through innovative Site Reliability Engineering, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices, integrate AI t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $173K *

Pioneer in security automation by building agentic systems to enhance vulnerability detection and remediation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate offensive security practices into mo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $173K *

Build and operate AI-enabled security automation systems to enhance vulnerability discovery and remediation. Collaborate with teams to implement robust workflows and automate testing processes using m...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as you innovate automated testing solutions for AWS infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance deployment confidence and streamline v...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer resilient backend solutions for privileged account discovery, enhancing security while navigating complex, customer-deployed environments. Collaborate on data-processing workflows using cutti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Pioneer automation solutions in customer environments to streamline processes, integrate systems, and empower teams. Collaborate across departments to build standards that advance enterprise services...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $110K *

Pioneer end-to-end localization operations, enhancing systems and workflows while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive quality and scalability in multilingual content delivery and incide...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to impactful software implementations through data analysis, system configuration, and consultative training. Engage directly with clients to ensure projects meet their needs and adhere to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.