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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$180K - $250K *

Empower a team of engineers to enhance lab informatics systems, bridging science and technology for optimal data management, sample tracking, and workflow efficiency in a fast-paced, innovative enviro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $293K *

Shape the future of cutting-edge DNA sequencing instruments by overseeing electrical system architecture and providing hands-on design and troubleshooting expertise, collaborating across multidiscipli...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Lead complex IT projects for a Federal Government Client, ensuring quality delivery and performance while guiding a dedicated team. Support critical infrastructure initiatives and coordinate project a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $183K *

Contribute to secure software development by leading design and implementation efforts, mentoring engineers and addressing complex challenges in client-side applications across multiple platforms incl...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Grow your career with us as you lead a technical team to design innovative solutions, optimize operations, and ensure quality software delivery while managing client relationships and project timeline...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$123K - $230K *

Unlock potential by leading complex electronic hardware projects. Use your expertise in PCB design, RF and mixed-signal systems to mentor a talented engineering team. Shape the future of innovative te...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and validation of advanced test systems, guiding technical decisions and mentoring engineers while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-performance pro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software development as a technical lead. Drive full-stack design, mentor engineers, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver high-quality applications th...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving software development projects that enhance applications and mentor junior team members. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance, troubleshoot, and deliver im...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of satellite technology by designing and implementing innovative software solutions that power mission operations, automation, and customer payloads while collabo...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $180K *

Deliver innovative avionics architecture and design for spacecraft, overseeing all stages from development to integration and testing, while ensuring compliance and performance standards are met for m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, enhancing software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Bring your expertise in coding, debugging, and mentoring to eleva...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K *

Elevate your career as a lead software engineer, solving complex challenges for Fortune 500 clients through innovative custom solutions. Lead teams, explore diverse technologies, and enhance project d...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Help us lead end-to-end product development, driving cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery, technical rigor, and strategic program management through all phases from concept to production i...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Transform the healthcare payer landscape by leading technical and SME efforts on claims administration software, ensuring seamless integration of business and engineering for optimal payer and TPA ope...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $198K *

Tackle the challenge of designing and implementing software pipelines for delivering critical IR mission data to government clients, ensuring robust integration with US Government architectures in cla...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $146K *

Lead the charge in architecting and delivering innovative, scalable cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, fostering agile practices, mentoring engineers, and driving AI advancements to enhance higher ed...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $352K *

Transform enterprise infrastructure strategies, ensuring reliable, secure, and cost-efficient systems across networks, cloud, and storage while leading a diverse engineering team to drive innovation a...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$216K - $264K *

Empower customer satisfaction as a Senior Manager, leading application development teams. Drive innovation, shape culture, and align technology initiatives to enhance customer experiences for millions...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Elevate software development and delivery by leading cross-functional teams to innovate and implement compilers that enhance NVIDIA’s cutting-edge technologies. Drive projects across Agile and Waterfa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$168K - $322K *

Transform the future of computing by leading cross-functional teams to enhance compiler technologies. Drive innovative software projects, ensuring timely delivery across diverse domains like AI and HP...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$168K - $322K *

Bring your expertise to lead critical software projects, drive cross-functional collaboration, and ensure the timely delivery of innovative compilers. Engage with global teams and implement efficient...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of missile defense by providing key engineering support and technical guidance for THAAD systems, collaborating with international partners, and leading design efforts to enhance inte...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$79K - $136K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, driving innovative, scalable solutions. Collaborate with a talented R&D team, enhancing product quality from design to deployment using cutting-edg...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead multifaceted infrastructure programs by merging technical and non-technical expertise. Drive program execution, advising clients on critical factors for success, while ensuring compliance and str...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.