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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$110K - $130K *

Launch innovative SaaS solutions by designing and implementing full-stack web services and APIs. Own the software modules you create from architecting to deployment, while mentoring junior developers...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower your career by designing and developing advanced software solutions for Object-Based Intelligence. Collaborate in an Agile environment to create scalable applications and APIs that leverage Se...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$134K - $181K *

Transform radar product development by defining requirements, shaping system architecture, and overseeing verification and validation from concept to design maturity while collaborating across enginee...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $234K *

Transform complex data services as a technical leader, driving architectural innovations and designing scalable systems. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to enhance Oracle Cloud Infrastructur...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you collaborate on building the backbone of OCI. Join a dynamic team to design and implement high-performance, scalable data services, leveraging your expertise in cloud...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Create innovative cloud services and optimize performance in a dynamic team focusing on scalable, distributed systems while enhancing customer experience and operational excellence...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $234K *

Lead the charge in optimizing cloud performance by designing scalable systems, enhancing operational readiness, and implementing advanced security measures. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive inn...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Drive innovation by leading the design of scalable, fault-tolerant systems in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Help optimize performance and improve customer experiences through cutting-edge c...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $234K *

Join a team focused on enhancing cloud performance through innovative design and engineering. Lead the architecture of scalable systems, drive operational excellence, and ensure security and complianc...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$272K - $431K *

Lead the design and development of cutting-edge automotive system software, optimizing performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance next-gen compute platforms...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$147K - $230K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing embedded firmware and software, ensuring seamless integration of hardware and software components while delivering high-quality products in collaboration wi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's building and maintaining innovative client-facing components using a dynamic tech stack. Lead and mentor engineers while driving project delivery, championing best practices, and en...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $168K *

Innovate platform architecture by designing multi-tenant systems. Shape complex data flows, messaging, and caching strategies while hands-on coding. Collaborate with a team to ensure a robust and scal...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$117K - $193K *

Empower innovation in data center strategies and projects by leading cross-functional programs, managing stakeholder engagement, and ensuring alignment with tech and business goals to drive seamless e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that’s shaping the future of data platforms. As a Software Engineer, you'll drive innovation and optimize performance across our tech stack, making impactful decisions that enhance our mis...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $175K *

Join a team that leads mechanical engineering initiatives for Mining, Minerals, and Metals projects. Drive engineering processes from concept to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance wh...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of secure computing by leading development, integration, and deployment of cutting-edge embedded software and firmware solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inno...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$163K - $245K *

Innovate software engineering through technical leadership and cross-team collaboration. Design and develop scalable solutions, evaluate performance trade-offs, and mentor engineers to advance enginee...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $225K *

Optimize the delivery of enterprise software products by leading cross-functional teams in design, development, and technical architecture while ensuring high standards for quality and performance to...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $225K *

Lead platform development and engineering teams to design, optimize, and deliver scalable solutions for enterprise environments, enhancing user experiences while driving technology innovation and team...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion a diverse range of software projects, blending development, technical leadership, and innovation. Lead efforts in delivering web applications while engaging with various technologies, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Bring your expertise to develop and enhance complex software systems, support large-scale analytics, and contribute to innovative solutions while collaborating with a team to meet high-impact requirem...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Advance software solutions by developing, maintaining, and enhancing diverse systems. Collaborate within teams to ensure adherence to design requirements and resolve issues while utilizing appropriate...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Innovate IT infrastructure solutions by optimizing deployments, enhancing performance, and ensuring robust security protocols while collaborating with diverse teams to deliver high-quality projects an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the technical direction for guest-facing web experiences using React and Next.js. Mentor engineers, ensure code quality, and partner with cross-functional teams to deliver high-performance soluti...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.