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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$120K - $150K *

Optimize product launch strategies in a dynamic B2B SaaS environment. Lead cross-functional go-to-market efforts, ensuring readiness and impactful messaging. Collaborate closely with teams to drive gr...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$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

2 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 1 week 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 3 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

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in driving customer success by overseeing complex engagements, mentoring Solution Architects, and bridging technical needs between teams. Provide strategic guidance in deploying cloud...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the modernization of enterprise data architectures by designing scalable data models and migrating systems to relational databases, while ensuring data quality and performance optimization for mi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the development and optimization of innovative, AI-driven digital solutions across cloud platforms, guiding teams in delivering scalable, secure applications that enhance healthcare experiences t...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $130K *

Advance cloud platform reliability by owning AWS systems, enhancing deployment pipelines, and supporting edge infrastructure. Collaborate with teams to build observability tools and promote automation...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive projects to success by managing timelines, budgets, and cross-functional teams. Ensure quality delivery, align resources, and proactively address risks while communicating effectively with stake...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a dynamic engineering team as you lead innovative sustainable projects. Leverage your expertise to ensure quality, mentor others, and shape engineering solutions that positively impact communitie...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $120K *

Lead and oversee multi-part projects, managing timelines, budgets, and resources while ensuring quality control and team communication to meet client expectations and deliver successful outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$238K - $330K *

Champion the future of transformative decision systems by guiding teams on optimizing offer strategies, conversion modeling, and systems design to enhance borrower experiences and improve marketplace...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $148K *

Empower enterprise customers in navigating security transformations, driving software adoption, and shaping effective DevSecOps strategies. Forge trusted relationships that transform security obstacle...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $160K *

Transform operational excellence by leading a dynamic engineering team to build scalable infrastructure that addresses complex regulatory challenges and unlocks real-world outcomes for users across di...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $285K *

Reimagine product management by owning initiatives that drive the strategy and execution of AI-powered features in a high-impact B2B platform. Leading cross-functional teams, you'll create value and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $289K *

Drive digital transformation by leading enterprise architecture projects that leverage Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) to deliver scalable, high-quality marketing solutions. Collaborate with cross-func...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $150K *

Elevate client success by partnering with credit unions to optimize technology adoption and operational efficiency. Drive value realization through tailored engagement, ensuring the voice of the custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$175K - $285K *

Drive impactful product initiatives across a dynamic platform. Lead cross-functional teams to shape product vision and strategy, enhance user experience, and innovate AI capabilities while creating me...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $280K *

Unlock your creativity as you transform ideas into tangible prototypes daily. Collaborate with a dynamic team, pushing the boundaries of AI-driven user experience to enhance family connectivity throug...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $140K *

Champion efficient service delivery by ensuring compliance with customer contract requirements across diverse data center operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improvement and...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 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.