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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping vital consumer-facing products that enhance public trust and safety during outages. Drive strategy, design, and delivery of user-centric experiences while managing high-stak...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $200K *

Unlock potential by architecting innovative solutions impacting digital assets. Join a collaborative team focused on security, performance, and quality, addressing complex challenges in software devel...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Play a key role in driving the successful delivery of complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring synchronization among teams while managing timelines, risks, and resource allocations for high-impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$109K - $144K *

Inspire and lead a dedicated software development team to deliver high-quality solutions. Utilize your expertise to mentor early-career developers, drive architectural decisions, and ensure collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $240K *

Contribute to building intelligent software solutions that enhance user experiences in private markets investing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects, adapting and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$184K - $356K *

Engage in the advancement of high-performance simulation by enhancing Warp for Python on NVIDIA GPUs, driving integration with key software teams, and expanding its usability in scientific computing a...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

Lead the charge in establishing a quality assurance framework, driving process improvements and audits, and partnering with program leadership to enhance operational excellence for a complex technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate cloud security excellence by designing and implementing robust AWS controls, automating security processes, integrating with engineering workflows, and ensuring compliance for scalable, sec...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Make your mark at the intersection of technology and partnership. Drive the implementation of innovative payment solutions, manage complex integrations, and foster strategic relationships that elevate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $165K *

Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $170K *

Transform your career by leading the development of AI-powered observability solutions that enhance operational efficiency and system resilience across multi-cloud environments. Drive innovation in au...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $155K *

Drive the design and delivery of scalable software solutions, focusing on enhancing healthcare platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring teams to adopt modern engineering practices and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Elevate project management excellence by shaping lunar technology missions, overseeing budgets, timelines, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful execution of groundbreaking projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful program management for critical data center projects, ensuring strategic execution of complex initiatives across global teams. Oversee budgets, schedules, and stakeholder relations f...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower engineering teams by building robust test automation solutions that enhance productivity. Design and own comprehensive frameworks that streamline workflows, and collaborate with product teams...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$70K - $123K *

Empower quality excellence across product lifecycle in this hands-on role, overseeing project management and quality assurance. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance product performance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$350K - $400K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data management through consolidation and governance. Drive the delivery of the enterprise data platform while optimizing data engineering, architecture, and science...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $150K *

Lead the design and development of advanced hardware solutions, leveraging expertise in high-speed electronics and multidisciplinary collaboration to meet stringent customer demands across complex pro...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming the MGA landscape by leading complex consulting engagements, crafting tailored solutions, and mentoring dynamic professionals. This role requires strategic influence an...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Transform financial data management by designing and optimizing data pipelines, utilizing AI tools for enhanced workflows, and ensuring data integrity in a fast-paced environment while collaborating w...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $135K *

Drive the development and management of AP Computer Science Principles assessments, collaborating with educators and experts to enhance quality, fairness, and innovation through effective use of techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your impact by leading comprehensive performance engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, risk mitigation, and collaboration across diverse teams to enhance application performanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $198K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing data solutions for impactful nonprofits. As a crucial member of our Engineering team, you'll enhance our data platform and drive analytics that support our mission...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Discover a pivotal role in shaping scalable cloud architectures and modernization strategies. Lead technical initiatives supporting critical applications while collaborating with diverse teams to ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$111K - $139K *

Lead the data security domain to define and implement robust data protection strategies. Collaborate across teams to establish standards and automate security workflows while safeguarding sensitive in...

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Reposted 2 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.