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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$91K - $163K *

Drive innovation in analytics solutions by designing and enhancing cloud-based data pipelines, implementing scalable architectures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet client needs e...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $212K *

Join a high-performing team to design advanced signal systems for transit and rail projects. Your expertise will ensure successful and safe operations while working on complex engineering challenges i...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $95K *

Advance your career by ensuring passenger railcar integrity through inspections, structural calculations, and design verification. Collaborate with teams to uphold safety standards while supporting pr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining release management. Oversee the planning and execution of application and infrastructure releases while ensuring compliance, minimizing downtime, and driving process impr...

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3 days ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Champion the architectural vision for cloud-native platforms, driving innovation and excellence across systems while mentoring engineering teams to elevate technical standards and operational resilien...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion impactful client engagements by driving pre-sales design, managing project delivery, and fostering executive relationships. Leverage strategic vision and leadership skills to enhance account...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the development of scalable solutions while mentoring a dynamic team. Shape technical strategy through hands-on engineering, influence architecture, and foster collaboration across product initia...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $177K *

Empower the development process by enhancing CI/CD pipelines and implementing AI tooling, fostering seamless workflows. Collaborate with teams to ensure operational excellence and drive innovation in...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate your career by developing impactful training solutions that address client needs. Collaborate with stakeholders to design effective learning tools and facilitate workshops, ensuring alignment...

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5 days ago

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

$144K - $288K *

Unlock potential by leading architectural innovations and technology solutions that drive AI advancements in healthcare. Collaborate with teams to shape revenue-enhancing strategies and optimize impac...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$220K - $276K *

Innovate customer solutions by integrating technical expertise in enterprise sales. As a key player, you'll drive customer engagement and establish relationships that enhance product integration and o...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Support our mission by architecting innovative, enterprise-scale marketplace platforms, leveraging backend Java systems and guiding front-end development, ensuring seamless transactions and user exper...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Design and optimize robust backend platforms for real-time data processing, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and Spark to solve complex engineering challenges and drive scalable, efficient system...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Develop scalable services driving Last Mile Delivery solutions impacting millions. Lead cross-functional teams in creating innovative software, ensuring performance excellence and agile practices whil...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $154K *

Drive your career by developing integrated power conversion solutions for diverse industries. Leverage your technical expertise to create innovative applications and enhance business opportunities in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $286K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions as a technical leader, driving architecture and engineering excellence. Collaborate on enterprise-scale platforms, optimizing performance and scalability while men...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $198K *

Design innovative data curation and search applications to enhance ML data generation. Collaborate across teams to seamlessly integrate solutions, deliver impactful projects, and mentor junior enginee...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $103K *

Drive innovation by delivering clinical and technical support in spine surgeries, enhancing surgeon collaboration, and utilizing advanced technology for patient-specific solutions, all while improving...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance the technology experience for clients by bridging sales and technical teams. Drive client engagement and propose innovative software solutions while ensuring seamless produc...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative AI-driven SaaS solutions, ensuring high-quality, secure, and scalable software delivery. Collaborate on complex challenges while mentoring peers in a suppor...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $254K *

Grow your career with a high-impact HRBP role, partnering with R&D leaders to shape strategic people initiatives, influence org design, and drive performance cultivation across a diverse tech organiza...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $250K *

Transform mission critical operations as a Senior Mechanical Advisor, managing commissioning services, conducting audits, and providing technical training and guidance to ensure operational efficiency...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$266K - $442K *

Join a team that's redefining game quality by architecting testing strategies and robust CI/CD pipelines for a platform that spans TV, mobile, and cloud, ensuring seamless performance across diverse g...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$104K - $145K *

Empower innovation within our Business Acquisition Tooling team by driving feature development, mentoring colleagues, and enhancing system security. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform cloud infrastructure through innovative deployment and optimization. Collaborate across teams to enhance performance and scalability for mission-critical federal applications. Drive initiati...

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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.