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 *

Join a pioneering data platform initiative, utilizing your data engineering expertise to enhance the platform's capabilities and collaborate with diverse teams for secure and efficient data solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$181K - $251K *

Elevate our card product growth by driving customer activation and onboarding. Shape user experiences through data-driven experiments and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance engagement...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$132K - $251K *

Drive product strategy and lifecycle for software solutions, ensuring alignment with market and business goals. Collaborate across teams to optimize product performance from inception to launch based...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of DDC-based building automation systems for large-scale data centers. Drive technical excellence, guide engineering execution, and mentor teams to deliver high-qual...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$189K - $267K *

Advance privacy initiatives by leading technical reviews and embedding privacy controls in products. Collaborate across teams to align legal requirements with engineering standards, ensuring complianc...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in shaping impactful solutions as a Senior Product Manager, orchestrating product strategy and delivery in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment to enhance customer experiences an...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative civil engineering solutions for diverse transportation projects, collaborating with multi-discipline teams and influencing impactful designs, all while ensurin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $145K *

Take ownership of a global PMO, ensuring strategic projects deliver on scope, time, and budget. Lead a team to innovate and implement best practices, driving excellence in customer onboarding and serv...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Transform AI initiatives by leading cross-functional teams, aligning Gen AI strategies with business goals, and delivering impactful solutions in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of high-performance retirement applications, optimizing business logic with Oracle PL/SQL and Java. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable solutions while mentoring...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $180K *

Champion high-quality data solutions as a Senior Manager, leading a team of engineers and data scientists. Shape strategies, maintain data integrity, and empower business analytics through effective c...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower regional growth by leading the civil engineering practices, enhancing team performance, and fostering client relationships while driving sustainable success across multiple locations and shapi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform key PeopleSoft initiatives as a strategic delivery leader, mentor, and trusted advisor, driving operational excellence and client success across multiple projects and internal initiatives in...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $350K *

Join a team dedicated to transforming AI inference through technical product planning, bridging engineering and market needs to deliver scalable software solutions and drive product innovation in a fa...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $188K *

Champion seamless user experiences by driving backend solutions and internal tools that enhance luxury retail, while collaborating cross-functionally to activate high-value customers and improve techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving product solutions for Financial Services by bridging client needs and technical development. Collaborate with teams to create innovative, user-centered applications while en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $160K *

Manage diverse IT projects, collaborating with teams to drive innovative solutions, ensuring projects meet business needs regarding scope, schedule, and budgets, while enhancing operational efficiency...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $187K *

Transform partner engagement by strategically aligning global solutions with market needs, driving growth through collaboration, innovative approaches, and operational excellence to enhance the Servic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$203K - $275K *

Own and enhance our global security awareness program to reduce human-risk. Leverage behavior change principles and innovative learning content to engage teams, manage phishing simulations, and foster...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $96K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative web solutions while managing projects. Leverage your expertise in coding, database design, and team leadership to drive successful outcomes in a fully remote e...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock innovative packaging solutions for automotive parts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and sustainability through collaboration with suppliers and internal teams. Lead design, improve processes, and...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $156K *

Champion project success by leading comprehensive program delivery and ensuring high-quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to align resources and strategies, driving strong customer engageme...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $268K *

Build robust SaaS applications by leading architectural vision, mentoring engineers, and collaborating cross-functionally to shape product strategy and tackle data-intensive challenges in a high-scale...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $150K *

Contribute to successful technical implementations across diverse client projects. Support project management tasks while collaborating with cross-functional teams and enhancing documentation practice...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$164K - $229K *

Help us shape the future of online conversations by leading technical and product strategy for one of the largest platforms in the world, driving innovative solutions that enhance user experience and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.