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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$156K - $181K *

Join a team that drives security excellence by conducting vulnerability assessments, managing compliance, and mentoring. Collaborate with IT and InfoSec teams to enhance cloud security measures and pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Transform data infrastructure by designing and maintaining high-performance pipelines. Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless data flow, integrity, and reliability, empowering analytics and strat...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape growth and retention strategies in the Assessments domain, guiding product direction and team development. Engage stakeholders, leverage market insights, and drive business results through innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$93K - $137K *

Partner with us to drive innovative equipment solutions in Water Treatment and Pulp & Paper sectors. Experience autonomy in design, project management, and vendor coordination while ensuring operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$118K - $184K *

Engineer robust automation script frameworks to enhance network testing workflows. Collaborate with DevTestOps teams to integrate AI solutions, optimizing verification phases and ensuring reliable sof...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Grow your skills in test automation, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure quality SaaS applications through innovative testing and development practices, all within a dynamic, fast-pace...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Transform healthcare operations by leading modernization initiatives. Collaborate across teams to optimize processes, enhance efficiency, and ensure successful implementation of enterprise initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $120K *

Drive innovation in application optimization across iOS, Android, and Windows. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and enhance performance while ensuring seamless integration and user experience in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading the enhancement of network infrastructure through effective oversight and support for hardware and software systems, ensuring seamless operations and optimum performance of...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Optimize critical firefighting operations by managing innovative software solutions for real-time intelligence. Lead a dedicated team and shape the future of safety in high-stakes environments, ensuri...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Develop optimized software solutions that bridge hardware and deep learning, enhancing performance for AI workloads. Collaborate with top engineers to advance kernel libraries, ensuring maximum effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $180K *

Empower multi-disciplinary teams to drive energy infrastructure projects, ensuring timely approvals and adherence to compliance standards while fostering client relations and mentoring project team me...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join our team as a QA Automation Engineer to enhance product reliability through scalable automation frameworks, leading end-to-end testing and securing quality software in healthcare. Collaborate acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$176K - $200K *

Pioneer the development of innovative software systems, leading architecture and design while collaborating across teams to deliver solutions that enhance quality and advance technical excellence in a...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize maintenance support for advanced biometric systems, ensuring seamless operation across military locations. Engage in installation, troubleshooting, and training to enhance user experience and...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by optimizing reliability and automation in GPU environments. Collaborate across engineering teams to enhance platforms, improve operational efficiency, and strea...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Inspire the evolution of scalable frontend systems across multiple product areas while collaborating with cross-functional teams to define technical strategy and improve user experience. Lead initiati...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $286K *

Optimize product strategies to enhance developer productivity and deliver innovative solutions while collaborating with stakeholders and driving alignment across teams in a dynamic technological lands...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $145K *

Drive customer success by delivering technical solutions and guidance that accelerate adoption of the Nylas platform. Collaborate across teams to ensure smooth implementation, optimization, and succes...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$172K - $238K *

Shape the future of technology risk management by leading independent oversight and governance at a national bank. Drive strategic framework and risk assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory s...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$157K - $216K *

Elevate security practices by owning AI-driven code and pull-request enforcement, collaborating closely with engineering teams to ensure AI-enhanced features are secure from inception, while developin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Analyze and enhance reporting mechanisms to empower restaurant operations, collaborating with AI and engineering teams. Define scalable data infrastructures, foster customer insights, and drive impact...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $130K *

Drive innovative solutions by architecting, developing, and maintaining full-stack applications while leading agile teams to deliver efficient, user-centered technology that meets business needs and e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $109K *

Develop software products and data pipelines, leveraging diverse technologies for efficient application logic. Collaborate on design, testing, and documentation while seeking to enhance user experienc...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower team success by providing technical leadership and strategic guidance. Lead complex regulatory compliance testing while mentoring staff and ensuring alignment with market standards. Drive proj...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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.