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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$112K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving growth in facility-focused software and SaaS solutions. Lead sales strategy, cultivate partner relationships, and ensure customer success while navigating a competitive land...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team of Forward Deployed Engineers committed to transforming customer operations with innovative AI solutions. Collaborate closely with clients, manage multiple engagements, and deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Lead a cross-functional team of engineers to enhance foundational systems, delivering exceptional value through scalable, reliable engineering solutions. Drive collaboration, technical excellence, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$188K - $235K *

Engage with clients by providing expert technical guidance and collaboration. Showcase solutions through tailored demonstrations and workshops, while driving revenue growth by addressing client-specif...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $150K *

Elevate your career as a hands-on technical leader, guiding a team of DevOps and Security engineers to enhance infrastructure, drive security improvements, and implement best practices in cloud enviro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $232K *

Engage in shaping the future of AI workforce development by owning and optimizing a transformative platform that empowers organizations, trains AI fellows, and drives measurable outcomes—your strategi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $190K *

Drive critical product development for government connectivity solutions, collaborating across teams to define user needs and technical specifications. Own the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$140K - $170K *

Develop and grow a high-performing team while overseeing multiple application projects. Lead projects, enhance engagement strategies, and ensure quality outcomes across clients. Mentor analysts and ma...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Lead the scaling of technology in mental healthcare by building and guiding high-performing engineering teams. Ensure operational excellence and drive innovation, while directly impacting quality and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $150K *

Collaborate with sales and technical teams to identify opportunities, translate customer needs into design requirements, and launch new products effectively, ensuring alignment with market trends and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$102K - $190K *

Champion sales excellence by enhancing pre-sales processes with AI and automation. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize workflows, improve win rates, and ensure a seamless experience for prospec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $277K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving customer technical engagement, analyzing workflows, and developing strategic proposals that enhance user experience and revenue. Collaborate with stakeholders t...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance cloud systems reliability and scalability, driving continuous improvement in a modern SaaS environment. Lead technical initiatives to optimize Kubernetes, CI/CD processe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $140K *

Drive the evolution of our platform as a Senior Platform Engineer, enhancing reliability, scalability, and security in a dynamic environment. Lead technical initiatives, support cloud systems, and ena...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $234K *

Innovate customer-centric mobile applications as a Senior Software Engineer, tackling Android development for high-impact features and seamless integrations, ensuring performance and reliability while...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading platform engineering initiatives. You'll drive the evolution of our core capabilities, enhance integrations, and collaborate across teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $128K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by automating and securing SaaS platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational excellence and drive modernization and scalability wi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $191K *

Lead a high-impact team as a Principal iOS Developer, driving architectural standards, fostering collaboration across Agile product development, and mentoring engineers to deliver innovative mobile ap...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$94K - $131K *

Analyze business needs and deliver optimal SAP solutions, collaborating with teams to transform requirements into actionable strategies while providing training and support for enhanced operational ef...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing security services by building scalable, secure applications and frameworks. Collaborate on AI-driven workflows to drive efficiency in vulnerability management...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $164K *

Drive your career forward as you lead the Data Center infrastructure services, collaborating across teams to define strategies, execute plans, and build impactful solutions in a rapidly evolving marke...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $275K *

Lead the design and implementation of advanced AI agent frameworks, optimizing decision-making processes for analysts while ensuring safety and scalability. Foster a culture of ethical AI and rapid ex...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Optimize cloud engineering solutions to drive efficiency, enhance system reliability, and mentor teams. Partner across departments to scale platforms that improve performance and reduce costs, impacti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead large-scale geotechnical and environmental projects, ensuring timely completion within budget. Engage clients and manage resources to deliver exceptional project outcomes while fostering team gro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$76K - $128K *

Empower our team by shaping customer experience initiatives globally. You'll drive strategic lifecycle programs, collaborating with diverse partners to enhance product adoption and retention across ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.