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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$128K - $188K *

Shape strategic programs to enhance processes and deliver impactful products. Collaborate across teams, promote continuous improvement, and lead change initiatives to drive alignment and achieve busin...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving the transformation of financial products through effective program management and collaboration. You'll lead cross-functional initiatives, streamline processes, and foster i...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $180K *

Pioneer innovations in nuclear power plant engineering, driving efficiency through power uprates. Collaborate on technical projects, mentor junior staff, and streamline processes for cleaner energy so...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of global quoting processes by owning the end-to-end CPQ workflow. Drive innovation and efficiency through Salesforce integrations, leading implementation projects while enhancing...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $145K *

Empower product teams by transforming complex data into actionable insights. Drive decision-making by defining success metrics and leading experiments while collaborating across functions to create AI...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $195K *

Drive impactful mobile solutions as a Sr Mobile Software Engineer, leading design, architecture, and implementation from ideation to delivery. Engage with cross-functional teams to create user-centric...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in oncology by managing projects to advance approved imaging agents and late-stage products, enhancing lives through strategic planning, execution, and collaborat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of user experience by leading impactful research initiatives. Collaborate across industries, define strategic insights, and drive evidence-based product innovation, enabling organizat...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform the future of payments by designing scalable systems that empower global transactions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create seamless, high-quality financial solutions for a di...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$118K - $180K *

Lead transformative electrical engineering projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex solutions for nuclear power plants while ensuring quality, scope, and budget compliance for all...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead quality assurance initiatives for healthcare software. Collaborate closely with development and project teams to design and execute manual test cases, ensuring the delivery of robust applications...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining energy solutions. As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you'll lead design and execution of cutting-edge Solar and Battery Storage projects while mentoring peers and driving t...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$152K - $241K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you develop advanced system software for next-gen O-RAN infrastructures. Collaborate across hardware, software, and networking groups to enhance performance and efficien...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Join an engaging team to drive innovation and change initiatives across multiple projects, enhancing processes and stakeholder collaboration. Support business analysis and project management in a dyna...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join as the GTM Enablement Lead to design and implement comprehensive sales training programs, collaborating with Sales, Marketing, and Product to ensure new hires excel and adapt swiftly in a dynamic...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $112K *

Join a team that's transforming software quality through automation and cloud innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing efficiency and ensure high-quality software deliver...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Empower your engineering career by driving platform reliability and improving incident management across teams. Engage in high-impact problem-solving while shaping best practices and standards in a co...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $160K *

Unlock potential by owning the end-to-end product strategy for e-commerce and data delivery systems, ensuring a seamless customer journey for aviation products from purchase to cockpit integration...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $300K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of Partner/Support Engineers to enhance advertiser relationships, drive program success, and innovate technical solutions across multiple market se...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $165K *

Drive complex project implementations as a Technical Project Manager, coordinating diverse teams and stakeholders. Lead the delivery process, ensuring high quality and on-time results while shaping th...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in creating scalable Duck Creek solutions, utilizing your deep expertise to mentor teams and translate client needs into technical designs, while driving project success and enhancing...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$172K - $246K *

Lead the charge in shaping security governance by partnering with engineering teams, driving high-priority initiatives, and automating compliance processes to enhance operational efficiency and securi...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive security innovation by architecting advanced defenses for a cloud-based platform. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to embed security into processes, ensuring robust safety measures whi...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in high voltage substation design. You will create detailed engineering deliverables and conduct safety assessments for projects up to 765kV, ensuring quality and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise security insights through innovative reporting and integrations. Collaborate with a passionate community to build features that matter, enhancing user safety...

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4 weeks ago

  •   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.