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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$100K - $130K *

Drive innovation in software solutions for the Intel Community and DoD by guiding the entire project lifecycle, from research and prototyping to deployment and maintenance, using cutting-edge technolo...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $235K *

Join an innovative team to design high-performance trading systems focused on scalability. Leverage your expertise to build low-latency applications that democratize investing globally and enhance the...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$79K - $87K *

Unlock your potential in a collaborative environment, solving dynamic business challenges through innovative technology solutions. Develop leadership skills and explore diverse tech while driving impa...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Architect the future of defense launcher systems by leading mechanical design and integration for innovative UAV and missile applications. Drive end-to-end hardware development across ground and marit...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$147K - $237K *

Shape the future of client-side software development for Windows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable, efficient solutions that elevate digital experiences, ensuring top-notch p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by developing high-quality software solutions and leading projects. Collaborate with teams to define requirements, implement features, and optimize processes in an Agile environment w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Collaborate to define customer needs and drive innovative SaaS solutions, guiding product development and aligning stakeholder requirements with technical needs while ensuring value delivery across te...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead the development of high-performance embedded software, guiding a team through architecture, hands-on coding, and testing processes to deliver reliable products. Foster collaboration and drive tec...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading architectural decisions and overseeing engineering. Collaborate with global teams to enhance production systems and mentor developers while ensuring quality across releases...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Optimize technical architecture and enhance system sustainment by mentoring a skilled Bangalore engineering team, leading incident resolution, and ensuring security standards across multiple annual so...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $192K *

Engineer advanced agentic AI systems to deliver scalable, high-impact software solutions. Collaborate with partners, mentor engineers, and shape the future of content processing for essential health e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K *

Drive quality engineering initiatives, ensure compliance, and mentor staff to enhance product integrity and regulatory adherence in aerospace programs. Collaborate across teams to achieve operational...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$211K - $286K *

Drive innovation by leading a team in the full life cycle of software development for satellite programs, focusing on quality, earned value, and capability enhancement. Collaborate with diverse teams...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$222K - $334K *

Play a key role in guiding architectural decisions for large-scale cloud migrations. Lead complex integration efforts across multiple acquisitions, ensuring technical coherence and adherence to best p...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$205K - $230K *

Take ownership of the architecture and technical direction across teams, tackling complex engineering challenges while partnering with senior leadership to drive quality initiatives and mentorship for...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $258K *

Contribute to the design and development of innovative medical devices by applying multidisciplinary engineering principles. Collaborate with teams, manage projects, and ensure compliance while drivin...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$147K - $240K *

Drive enterprise solutions within Dynamics 365, focusing on Finance & Operations and cross-team collaboration. Lead architecture decisions and software engineering best practices to deliver high-quali...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $260K *

Join a dynamic team to tackle complex challenges across the stack, innovating features that enhance user experience while ensuring system resilience and scalability. Drive impactful changes in our rap...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping the technology strategy and architecture for enterprise applications, driving innovative solutions and enhancing system integrations within a collaborative, high-impact envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive strategic leadership and program governance for a major multi-billion-dollar infrastructure project, coordinating across federal and state agencies, ensuring seamless delivery, stakeholder engag...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $225K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions for analyzing chemical and biological threat data. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver scalable architectures and robust AI...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$157K - $185K *

Manage and drive core software projects, from design to rollout, for insurance and healthcare clients. Collaborate closely with teams and stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and project suc...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing team of engineers to deliver impactful reporting and visualization solutions while fostering a collaborative and innovative culture...

1 month ago

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

$207K - $227K *

Transform intelligence workflows by leading the development of advanced AI/ML solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and operationalize applications that enhance mission outcomes across mu...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$151K - $266K *

Engineer the future as a Principal Engineering Project Manager, overseeing software development and release initiatives. Ensure project success through effective planning, coordination, mentoring, and...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.