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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$149K - $166K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical electrical hardware systems by guiding an engineering team through all phases from analysis to production, while ensuring solutions meet customer needs a...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $304K *

Accelerate progress at our innovative team, driving platform product management for a leading data organization. Own the roadmap and enhance self-service experiences, empowering domain teams to thrive...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing quality assurance for cutting-edge radiopharmaceuticals. Oversee development quality, regulatory compliance, and team leadership, ensuring alignment with GMP and enhancing...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $165K *

Shape the future of customer experience by developing innovative software solutions that streamline claims intake and enhance user interactions with our digital platforms. Collaborate with cross-funct...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $260K *

Lead the charge in unifying Upstart's experimentation platform, crafting strategic roadmaps and capabilities that enhance experimentation practices. Collaborate across teams to elevate data-driven dec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as you design and enhance cutting-edge cloud solutions for diverse web and mobile platforms. Collaborate across teams to translate product vision into robust software while drivi...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading distribution projects, ensuring optimal resource management, and fostering cross-functional team collaboration to drive strategic goals and client satisfactio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $193K *

Manage multi-team engineering initiatives, driving accountability for delivery and quality. Elevate engineering practices within a hybrid Agile model while mentoring teams to embrace ownership and fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $152K *

Help us design and implement robust data pipelines that scale across various architectures. Engage with stakeholders to ensure data quality and observability, while continuously improving solutions in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise data solutions using Snowflake and SQL. Collaborate across healthcare data domains to ensure data quality and prepare trusted assets for advance...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer streamlined design and engineering processes while supporting project delivery. Manage document control, coordinate multi-discipline reviews, and ensure compliance across a dynamic portfolio...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $125K *

Contribute to optimal product delivery by engaging in requirements definition, backlog management, and cross-team communication. Validate features, monitor compliance, and track product metrics to ens...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, overseeing project execution and team development to meet strategic goals in the energy sector while ensuring quality and productivity standards are upheld...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Manage and oversee complex technical projects, ensuring timely completion and alignment with budget and scope while collaborating with diverse stakeholders to achieve objectives and enhance operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that transforms client requirements into impactful technical solutions. Your expertise will directly influence client success while fostering collaboration and innovation in a supportive e...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower Fortune 500 clients by driving post-sale success, enhancing value, and ensuring long-term relationships. Act as a strategic advisor while collaborating across functions to optimize outcomes an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $198K *

Champion information security by managing systems, analyzing threats, and implementing effective policies. Collaborate across teams to enhance security protocols and response strategies in a fully rem...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of veterans' health initiatives by leading project operations that enhance VHA's recognition of support organizations, ensuring quality, accountability, and effect...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, overseeing complex projects that enhance Veteran health outcomes within a prominent national healthcare initiative. Drive project execution through structured...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful health initiatives by managing the Elevated Risk Care Management program. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance care for Veterans at risk, ensuring project success through rigorous...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career by managing cutting-edge AI projects that enhance federal healthcare services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery and compliance with federal standar...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in coordinating and executing technical deployments of next-gen infrastructure solutions within NATO environments, ensuring readiness and compliance across multiple engineering discipl...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential in orthopedic innovation as you drive global strategy, enhance product adoption, and shape the future of surgical technology through collaboration with surgeons and cross-functional t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Unlock innovative biosignal solutions by leading algorithm development, enhancing machine learning tools, and engaging with stakeholders to improve health-related therapies in a collaborative remote t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Transform autonomous operations by leading a skilled engineering team. Engage in technical direction, drive product initiatives, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable systems whi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks 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.