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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$138K - $154K *

Shape the future by leading the development of innovative software solutions, enhancing enterprise systems, and driving digital transformation initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure opti...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $154K *

Shape the future of enterprise software as a Principal Software Engineer, leading design, development, and modernization efforts while collaborating with stakeholders to drive innovation and technical...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$174K - $305K *

Innovate and lead the development of autonomous software systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle safety and performance while mentoring engineers and driving technical visi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead automation design for complex life sciences projects, ensuring compliance with GMP standards. Mentor junior engineers while fostering strong client relationships and executing innovative solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead complex technical resolutions and enhance customer environments while mentoring teams and fostering strategic technology improvements to ensure reliable, secure, and high-performing IT infrastruc...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading technical initiatives to solve complex challenges, guiding customer technology strategies, and mentoring teams. This influential role demands in-depth technical expert...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading technical teams in resolving complex issues, driving technology strategy, and enhancing customer environments through exceptional problem-solving and mentoring, while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical excellence by leading complex IT solutions and mentoring teams. Drive strategic technology guidance to enhance client environments, ensuring reliability and security while improving...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the Site Civil Engineering team to deliver excellence in complex TMT projects, fostering collaboration, mentoring staff, and ensuring quality throughout the design and execution phases while supp...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering design for facility-related sites, managing multi-discipline teams to deliver high-quality projects across various sectors, while mentoring staff and advocating fo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$89K - $135K *

Contribute to the advancement of cutting-edge electronics and communications technologies by leading a multi-disciplinary team in testing and integration efforts, ensuring high-quality deliverables me...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $135K *

Pioneer the testing and integration of cutting-edge systems, leading a cross-functional team to ensure high-quality deliverables that meet end-user needs while fostering continuous improvement in proc...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead cutting-edge AI projects by designing and deploying scalable machine learning solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to drive innovative technology products that support strategic business go...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence and technical leadership in aerospace engineering. Oversee project delivery, enhance client relationships, and guide cross-functional teams to meet hi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$137K - $229K *

Lead the charge in Agile software development initiatives, coordinating multiple teams to ensure timely, high-quality delivery. Your role encompasses risk management, program planning, and stakeholder...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $300K *

Unlock your potential as you lead cross-functional teams to overcome complex engineering challenges in high-speed connector and cable systems. Drive product reliability and innovation for the data sup...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $300K *

Lead the charge in launching innovative high-speed connector products by solving complex engineering challenges and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and product reli...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $300K *

Empower your career by solving complex engineering challenges in product design and manufacturing. Collaborate globally to launch innovative high-speed connector systems, enhancing the infrastructure...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$153K - $253K *

Lead the charge in advanced systems engineering, guiding design, integration, and validation across the lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to ensure technical solutions exceed mission objectives and cu...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Collaborate to ensure high-quality standards and improve manufacturing processes for luxury recreational vehicles, driving continuous improvement and supplier quality management while maintaining stro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $214K *

Partner with us to lead large-scale IT infrastructure programs that drive organizational growth and operational excellence. Elevate your career by influencing strategy, governance, and collaboration a...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive compliance and quality assurance by refining enterprise testing strategies in collaboration with stakeholders to strengthen FERC order implementations and uphold high standards across software i...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$155K - $203K *

Empower development teams to innovate through agile leadership and AI adoption. Drive project execution and architectural excellence for robust software solutions, enhancing productivity and fostering...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $184K *

Play a key role in developing innovative software solutions that redefine operational efficiencies across industries. Work throughout the full product lifecycle, leveraging AI and real-world data to d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $260K *

Transform the future of physical operations by leading a high-performing engineering team to develop cutting-edge AI and IoT solutions. Drive product innovation from concept to execution while fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 weeks 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.