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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$175K - $197K *

Lead the charge in driving technical initiatives as a Software Development Manager, overseeing a team of developers to deliver innovative software solutions that align with business objectives. Shape...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $197K *

Elevate your career by managing a talented team of developers, driving project execution and fostering innovation within a collaborative environment. Lead technical initiatives that enhance patient-ce...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $197K *

Lead innovative software development initiatives, managing a team of skilled developers. Drive project delivery and strategic goals while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration, ensuring...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $197K *

Lead a dynamic team of software developers to drive innovative projects, enhance technical capabilities, and ensure delivery excellence in a fast-paced environment focused on patient-centered solution...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $287K *

Join a team that's redefining the future of technology! As a key player, you'll drive innovation in graphics, computing, and AI, collaborating on thrilling projects to elevate NVIDIA's cutting-edge Sy...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$210K - $280K *

Lead a talented Android engineering team to deliver user-centric mobile solutions. Drive the evolution of architecture and technical strategy while fostering a collaborative team culture that champion...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead innovative FCBGA package development from concept to high-volume production, ensuring quality and manufacturability while collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers to resolve techni...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Transform HR operations by collaborating with teams to deliver solutions on the Infor GHR platform, enhancing system functionality and resolving issues in a dynamic, global environment that drives bus...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Collaborate with IT and HR teams to design and implement innovative solutions on the Infor GHR platform, addressing business requirements while enhancing HR operations in a dynamic environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $141K *

Join a cross-functional team to lead the development of mission-focused software solutions, translating complex scientific concepts into scalable applications while mentoring engineers and ensuring in...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$149K - $223K *

Transform AI application engineering by owning the transition from prototype to production. Collaborate across functions to define standards, design architecture and ensure readiness within an enterpr...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $223K *

Lead the charge in transforming AI application prototypes into robust, enterprise-ready systems. Collaborate across teams to define standards and drive innovations that ensure data integrity and acces...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $164K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by designing scalable, secure solutions using automation tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud capabilities and best practices, driving innovat...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer the future of AI security by designing and building core identity and authorization systems. Lead cross-team technical decisions that impact agent identity, trust establishment, and real-time...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions in HCM by investigating, analyzing, and configuring integrated HR technology applications, collaborating with diverse teams to enhance system capabilities and resolve iss...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Empower our HCM Product Team by designing, developing, and implementing innovative Infor GHR solutions. Collaborate with IT and HR Solutions teams to enhance the HCM landscape through global projects...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $278K *

Engage with us to orchestrate complex client programs, ensuring alignment across teams, effective stakeholder communication, and proactive risk management. Drive predictable outcomes in multi-product...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$209K - $273K *

Shape the future of engineering excellence by delivering scalable, high-quality software solutions. Collaborate across teams to influence product direction and mentor others while ensuring secure and...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $273K *

Innovate within a remote team to enhance fullstack solutions. Drive product strategy, collaborate cross-functionally, and mentor engineers to achieve software excellence while delivering impactful fea...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace integration by managing payload capabilities across the satellite lifecycle. Collaborate with diverse engineering disciplines to ensure successful mission execu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $220K *

Drive impactful AI initiatives and set technical standards across the organization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor engineers, and ensure high-quality, compliant AI product development...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $220K *

Lead the technical strategy for AI products with impactful architectural decisions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-quality standards and drive the advancement of agentic development in a remo...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $306K *

Shape the future of cloud infrastructure by architecting and delivering robust, highly available distributed systems. Collaborate cross-functionally, mentor engineers, and drive innovation to meet evo...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $306K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role in architecting and managing distributed systems for Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Collaborate across teams to enhance platform features and drive opera...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Unlock potential by ensuring software integrity through innovative testing solutions and effective release management processes, driving excellence in government data technology applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.