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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$210K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of a consumer platform, driving architectural innovation, and enhancing engineering practices to deliver high-quality user experiences while scaling...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$176K - $230K *

Develop scalable infrastructure solutions, enhance system architecture, and streamline deployment processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and directly support customers in optimizing their...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by supporting system operations and lifecycle management in a dynamic tech environment. Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to deliver robust solutions and ensure system stab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Optimize engineering efficiency by leading software projects, enhancing system design, and driving operations in a dynamic environment. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to deliver innovative solu...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Lead the development of AI solutions by translating technical requirements into scalable systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, production-ready solutions while ment...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of AI in healthcare by designing robust, scalable ML infrastructure, guiding engineering teams in product innovation, and establishing technical standards while mentoring future leade...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Take ownership of architecture strategy for enterprise-scale P&C insurance platforms. Lead the design of scalable solutions across Policy, Billing, and Claims to drive business outcomes and enhance in...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$183K - $206K *

Shape the future of AI observability by designing and delivering robust backend systems, while leading cross-functional projects and mentoring engineers to enhance team capabilities and drive impactfu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Drive platform evolution as a Senior Engineer, leading architecture and development of scalable services while mentoring teams and optimizing infrastructure for growth and reliability...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Join our innovative Platform team as a strategic Senior Engineer, enhancing core products through scalable services and optimized infrastructure while mentoring engineers and leading technical initiat...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $185K *

Lead the evolution of core platform systems, collaborating with teams to enhance scalability and resilience while mentoring engineers and guiding complex technical initiatives in a hands-on role...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $228K *

Lead software engineering initiatives, focusing on comprehensive design, development, and testing of advanced applications, while mentoring junior team members and collaborating with stakeholders to m...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Drive platform integration and enhance capabilities through systems engineering expertise. Collaborate on future planning and analysis tasks, ensuring robust documentation and integration support whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $180K *

Accelerate growth as you lead global Solutions Engineers, shaping pre-sales strategies. Define methodologies, engage technically with prospects, and create impactful POCs, while balancing team develop...

US-AnywhereRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving impactful programs by leading project workflows, ensuring compliance with PMO standards, and optimizing team productivity in a dynamic government consulting environment. You...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$171K - $306K *

Drive the architectural vision for a cutting-edge water infrastructure platform. Lead technical strategy across diverse products, ensuring seamless integration of desktop and cloud solutions while col...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Champion user-centered design by leading impactful UX strategies for education products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, influence product direction, and mentor designers while crafting excep...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Elevate CRM transformation with expertise in Salesforce, consulting, and solution architecture. Collaborate with manufacturing clients to design, implement, and optimize tailored Salesforce solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $190K *

Shape the future of AI in finance by designing and implementing cutting-edge features that enhance digital banking experiences, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and mainta...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $200K *

Transform an engineering team as you lead them in delivering high-quality music experiences. Drive AI implementation, enhance team culture, and ensure reliable sprint execution while collaborating wit...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at building and maintaining robust data pipelines, ensuring quality and reliability in support of analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data-driven insights and maxi...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$159K - $206K *

Drive the Internal Platform Infrastructure program, enhancing cross-functional integrations and security initiatives while managing multiple complex workstreams and vendor relationships for operationa...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $188K *

Support the platform infrastructure program, enhancing internal tooling and integrations while aligning with cross-functional teams to drive effective technical solutions and strategic initiatives acr...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team as you take ownership of release management for critical infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance across various systems. Engage in hands-on deployments, enhance...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $150K *

Join a team that's redefining theoretical physics through innovative AI tools. Collaborate to develop groundbreaking technology solutions that enhance research, streamline processes, and drive scienti...

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.