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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$150K - $180K *

Empower our global practitioner community by leading the strategy and operations for a vibrant ecosystem focused on scaling expertise, driving AI readiness, and fostering collaboration in a fast-paced...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Optimize the deployment of agentic AI solutions, directly engaging with clients to turn AI capabilities into integrated production systems while ensuring strong ROI through effective technical advisor...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $191K *

Champion exceptional digital product design, shaping experiences across product pillars through influence, mentorship, and collaboration. Join us to drive quality and innovation at scale while nurturi...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Innovate your career by leading complex 3D modeling for renewable energy projects. This role involves coordinating designs, mentoring teams, and enhancing engineering excellence through improved workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K - $150K *

Shape the future of manufacturing engineering by leading capital projects that enhance productivity across multiple sites. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovative solutions and opt...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$116K - $168K *

Unlock potential by transforming technical capabilities into monetizable, standardized service offerings. Drive product management, pricing strategy, and lifecycle ownership for mission-critical manag...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $180K *

Drive impactful multi-discipline projects as a trusted expert, enhancing team performance and quality standards through technical leadership and mentorship. Your strategic insights will elevate client...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by serving as the primary Informatics partner for data-driven products. Lead collaboration with Product, Engineering, and Client Services to ensure data quality and efficient delivery...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $235K *

Transform AI/ML systems by leading end-to-end development of innovative solutions. Tackle complex challenges in medical synthesis and help define and deploy advanced features that enhance user experie...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $225K *

Optimize cloud infrastructure and CI/CD processes, ensuring reliability and scalability. Collaborate closely with a small team to enhance DevOps practices by leveraging strong backend and infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Engage in innovative project management, leading cross-functional teams to deliver successful electronic product developments across various industries while balancing quality and regulatory demands...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$151K - $216K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative solutions, drive technical excellence, and foster collaboration while serving the U.S. Government in a hybrid work env...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by driving growth within enterprise accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build executive relationships, identify opportunities, and deliver technology solutions t...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of construction technology by owning the Field app strategy, enhancing user adoption, and simplifying complex workflows for field crews navigating material management...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Empower clients by architecting innovative AI solutions and leading strategic initiatives. Collaborate across teams to design secure, scalable systems that harness generative AI and machine learning...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $247K *

Lead impactful UAS projects, ensuring compliance with standards while expertly coordinating with government stakeholders and OEMs to achieve project success and drive positive outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $198K *

Build next-generation AI tooling and scale core ML infrastructure, optimizing distributed training systems for deep learning innovation. Collaborate cross-functionally to empower researchers and engin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $173K *

Lead the charge in high-complexity defense and aerospace projects, overseeing engineering execution and strategic integration. Drive mission success through collaboration, mentoring, and innovative sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $205K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical engineering projects for nuclear power plants, overseeing design phases, and mentoring engineers while ensuring client satisfaction and project succ...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Unlock potential by leading diverse electrical engineering projects focused on nuclear power plants, ensuring technical excellence and client satisfaction through effective team coordination and cutti...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $199K *

Contribute to dynamic frontend engineering, driving strategic direction and leading the development of user-centered web applications for government clients. Harmonize technical excellence with a stro...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

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

$165K - $195K *

Lead the charge in data engineering excellence on Google Cloud, driving modern architecture and analytics. Mentor agile teams, collaborate with clients, and implement robust data governance & AI solut...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$224K - $356K *

Explore a pivotal role shaping AI platforms, blending technical leadership and engineering to deliver innovative marketing solutions that drive engagement and efficiency across AI ecosystems and enter...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in transforming energy infrastructure through project management excellence. Oversee diverse teams to ensure successful execution, fostering innovation and efficiency while enhancing c...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $180K *

Engineer data architecture and pipelines, optimizing data flow across teams. Play a key role in building infrastructure for analytics tools, ensuring optimal delivery for diverse business initiatives...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   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.