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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$220K - $276K *

Innovate customer solutions by integrating technical expertise in enterprise sales. As a key player, you'll drive customer engagement and establish relationships that enhance product integration and o...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $160K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading multi-discipline projects with clarity and confidence. Guide teams from programming to closeout, enhancing systems and fostering relationships to ensure qual...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $154K *

Drive your career by developing integrated power conversion solutions for diverse industries. Leverage your technical expertise to create innovative applications and enhance business opportunities in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$143K - $286K *

Support our mission by architecting innovative, enterprise-scale marketplace platforms, leveraging backend Java systems and guiding front-end development, ensuring seamless transactions and user exper...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Design and optimize robust backend platforms for real-time data processing, leveraging Java, Spring Boot, Kafka, and Spark to solve complex engineering challenges and drive scalable, efficient system...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $286K *

Develop scalable services driving Last Mile Delivery solutions impacting millions. Lead cross-functional teams in creating innovative software, ensuring performance excellence and agile practices whil...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Deliver innovative backend solutions as a technical leader, driving architecture and engineering excellence. Collaborate on enterprise-scale platforms, optimizing performance and scalability while men...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Partner with us to enhance the technology experience for clients by bridging sales and technical teams. Drive client engagement and propose innovative software solutions while ensuring seamless produc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative AI-driven SaaS solutions, ensuring high-quality, secure, and scalable software delivery. Collaborate on complex challenges while mentoring peers in a suppor...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $125K *

Unlock potential by leading the automation of QA processes for AI-driven platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable testing frameworks, ensuring system reliability, accuracy...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $254K *

Grow your career with a high-impact HRBP role, partnering with R&D leaders to shape strategic people initiatives, influence org design, and drive performance cultivation across a diverse tech organiza...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$104K - $145K *

Empower innovation within our Business Acquisition Tooling team by driving feature development, mentoring colleagues, and enhancing system security. Collaborate across disciplines to deliver scalable...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Transform mission critical operations as a Senior Mechanical Advisor, managing commissioning services, conducting audits, and providing technical training and guidance to ensure operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance our growth engine by developing product systems that convert leads into trials and revenue. Collaborate across departments to drive impactful decision-making and create...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$126K - $162K *

Transform project execution by leading design and construction phases. Collaborate with teams, owners, and subcontractors to ensure project success in commercial settings. Drive initiatives and enhanc...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

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

$90K - $120K *

Drive HCM solution implementation and modernization, leveraging your expertise to configure systems, manage projects, and ensure quality deliverables while collaborating with project teams and clients...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $175K *

Architect next-gen AI solutions that empower teams across functions, driving efficiency and measurable outcomes. Embed within teams, leveraging strategic vision and hands-on implementation to revoluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you deliver high-quality security software, mentor team members, and drive a culture of technical excellence within an agile environment. Collaborate across projects to ensure...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join our team as a Senior Application Support Engineer to ensure seamless operations and drive continuous improvements. You'll optimize business applications, facilitate transitions, and enhance servi...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $129K *

Lead innovative projects in utility-scale power generation, collaborating with developers, owners, and contractors while ensuring effective outcomes through technical expertise and modern engineering...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $179K *

Empower utility planning by leading advisory projects in transmission analysis, generator interconnections, and feasibility studies, collaborating with diverse clients to ensure effective power system...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$113K - $153K *

Empower your career by overseeing partner-led SaaS implementations, ensuring project governance and customer health throughout the delivery lifecycle while collaborating across teams to elevate servic...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Empower your career by providing innovative electrical control design solutions in a fast-paced environment. Contribute to project estimation and team collaboration while ensuring high standards in co...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion the delivery of AI and automation solutions, owning execution, architecture integrity, and success metrics while ensuring compliance and innovation across high-impact projects in a collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $223K *

Transform the data platform by serving as a technical leader. Collaborate across teams to deliver scalable software solutions, ensuring operations meet standards for reliability, security, and complia...

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1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.