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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$178K - $289K *

Champion the architectural vision for Digital Marketing solutions, leading delivery teams to implement Adobe Experience Cloud technologies while ensuring alignment with client objectives and business...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $289K *

Unlock potential by guiding the design of impactful digital marketing solutions. This role defines strategies and leads diverse teams to deliver innovative Adobe Experience Manager projects that drive...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $289K *

Transform enterprise digital marketing solutions by leading architectural plans, guiding diverse teams, and aligning strategies with client objectives to ensure high-quality outcomes for our global cu...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $289K *

Inspire digital transformation as you define architecture strategies, lead cross-functional teams, and design innovative content-driven solutions for global enterprises using Adobe Experience Manager...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $289K *

Innovate solutions as you lead teams in delivering exceptional Digital Marketing experiences and strategic architectures for enterprise clients, ensuring alignment with customer goals and effective pr...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$260K - $370K *

Oversee and optimize project pipelines for premium live broadcasts, collaborating closely with creative leads and technical teams to deliver flawless on-site execution in dynamic, high-pressure enviro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$277K - $500K+*

Redefine the future of federal data protection by acting as a trusted technologist, engaging with agency leaders and partners, and influencing strategies on cyber resilience and data security within t...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive the evolution of our cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure, automating deployments and enhancing security. Foster collaboration across teams to support operational excellence and tackle comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $170K *

Transform internal developer experiences by designing, building, and operating a robust cloud platform. Drive automation and security best practices while collaborating with cross-functional teams to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $136K *

Join a team that's transforming education technology by developing innovative features for teachers and admins, enhancing user experiences, and championing an AI-first software development lifecycle...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading software development operations, providing guidance and expertise in full-stack technologies while collaborating with key stakeholders to optimize processes and enhance...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Shape the future of scalable Salesforce solutions by leading technical initiatives, designing robust applications, and mentoring a high-performing team in a collaborative environment that values innov...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $146K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable Salesforce solutions, utilizing Apex, LWC, and Flow to drive business value. Lead technical initiatives and ensure solutions ar...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform complex eDiscovery projects by overseeing execution, coordinating teams, and providing client support. Guide solutions that meet diverse legal and business needs while mentoring and developi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise AI capabilities by defining architecture and integration processes, ensuring scalable, secure, and reusable solutions across business systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to al...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $180K *

Lead complex projects by providing expert technical guidance and mentorship, ensuring high-quality delivery while cultivating strong client relationships and contributing to the advancement of team pr...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to execute large-scale data center projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure safety, accuracy, and efficiency. Drive project success through meticulous planning...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $116K *

Lead the charge in driving cross-functional project initiatives, ensuring successful delivery from inception to completion while managing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder communications across mult...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and enhancement of complex web-based software products, ensuring high-quality implementation through collaboration in design, coding, testing, and maintenance within a dynamic re...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$182K - $251K *

Join our team to lead the strategy and vision for innovative data products, enhancing our data platform and customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to drive exceptional insights and deliver sol...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $356K *

Grow your career with transformative reinforcement learning infrastructure, optimizing for performance and scalability across diverse systems, while enhancing collaboration among key teams in a rapidl...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $123K *

Lead the charge in architecting data-driven solutions and enhancing data governance for a robust analytics ecosystem while mentoring teams to drive innovation and best practices in scalable data infra...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Champion quality assurance practices by enhancing project controls, ensuring regulatory compliance, and conducting inspections across engineering and construction activities for nuclear energy and com...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$114K - $252K *

Shape the future of digital engineering by leading solution architecture, applying MBSE methodologies, and ensuring comprehensive integration across complex DoD systems to enhance transportation manag...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to our Commercial Data team by driving strategic partnerships and sales initiatives. Engage with executives to identify revenue opportunities and foster insightful collaborations, while uti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business 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.