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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$230K - $280K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge platform engineering solutions, guiding teams in Infrastructure, SRE, and DevOps. Balance delivery speed and operational excellence while driving innovation...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the technical enablement of partners in the EPM market, guiding their strategic execution and improving delivery quality through innovative solutions, training programs, and deep architectura...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the Machine Learning Platform team, enhancing our foundational systems for model training and evaluation. Drive innovative solutions, reduce technical debt, and foster a cu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $200K *

Join a team that's building an innovative AI-driven platform for hardware development. As a backend engineer, you'll craft core services, implement APIs, and ensure reliable system performance while c...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $250K *

Unlock your potential by joining an innovative team dedicated to revolutionizing medical technology. Collaborate with talented engineers and leverage cutting-edge tools to enhance products that positi...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$499K - $500K+*

Shape the future of system security by architecting robust solutions for edge and gaming appliances. Collaborate across teams to enhance security measures while ensuring high performance and efficienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer the operational reliability of advanced lab environments, enhance automation strategies, and tackle complex technical challenges with a skilled team. Elevate performance standards and drive in...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Analyze emerging AI workloads and optimize performance models to enhance hardware/software integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to inform design improvements and drive innovative solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative solutions as you lead full-stack development, architect scalable platforms, and mentor talent while ensuring top-notch performance and collaboration across technical teams to deliver...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $197K *

Lead the charge in shaping the engineering vision and scaling architecture to support rapid growth, driving organizational effectiveness while ensuring platform resilience in a high-performance, remot...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $209K *

Empower engineering productivity and system reliability as you lead innovative platform initiatives, design robust tools, and shape the architecture that drives operational excellence within engineeri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $315K *

Elevate the engineering landscape by leading transformative AI initiatives with portfolio companies, enabling scalable architecture and hands-on implementations across software development lifecycles...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, multi-faceted programs from award to completion, ensuring safety, quality, and customer satisfaction while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous im...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of secure browser experiences by leading architectural design, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving the evolution of a robust browser extension platform aligned...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive impactful solutions by leading the development of scalable systems that enhance marketplace efficiency, improve provider utilization, and increase patient access while collaborating with cross-f...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$106K - $130K *

Transform projects into success stories by leading cross-functional teams, managing deliverables, and driving process improvements to enhance efficiency and alignment with strategic goals. Your leader...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $150K *

Drive impactful SAP solutions by leading enterprise architecture projects. Collaborate with teams to assess client landscapes, deliver innovative strategies, and enable successful digital transformati...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $220K *

Innovate user experiences for AI-driven software by simplifying complex workflows and designing engaging interactions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape product visions and deliver high...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead the charge in developing enterprise-level applications that enhance U-Haul’s business operations. Utilize your full-stack expertise to build solutions, mentor team members, and drive technical in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Champion advanced AI innovation by designing and deploying large language model capabilities that drive transformation across a cloud-based analytics ecosystem, ensuring effective governance and perfo...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $278K *

Drive the development and launch of Managed Credentials, guiding an engineering team to enhance governance capabilities. Lead projects, create strategic roadmaps, and foster a positive team environmen...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $260K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable backend components for our blockchain network. Collaborate within a dynamic team to design, code, and enhance production-grade software, ensuring reliability and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $431K *

Join a pioneering team at the forefront of quantum computing! You will architect and operate a cutting-edge hybrid computing platform, integrating HPC and quantum systems to drive impactful research a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$217K - $326K *

Advance cross-functional delivery and transformation initiatives by uniting strategic and operational goals. Lead AI governance and manage holistic roadmaps while ensuring effective communication at e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by building scalable, maintainable applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver exceptional end-to-end experiences and drive innovation i...

US-AnywhereRemote

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.