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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$165K - $205K *

Contribute to the design and implementation of control firmware for battery energy systems. Drive development of real-time control loops, ensuring safety and performance standards are met while mainta...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in modernizing legacy trade processing systems by developing cloud-ready, event-driven architectures. Drive solutions that enhance resiliency, scalability, and real-time capabilities...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer data-driven innovation by designing and implementing secure, scalable backend solutions that empower enterprise-wide data discovery and governance. Collaborate across teams to enhance analytic...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$198K - $248K *

Pioneer secure authentication systems, architecting high-quality microservices while integrating cutting-edge technologies to enhance identity and security infrastructures that support AI-driven servi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming legacy systems into modern, cloud-ready architectures. Drive design and implementation of backend services, ensuring operational excellence and enhancing trade processi...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Accelerate modernization by leading software engineering initiatives to transform legacy systems into resilient, cloud-ready applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver reliable solutions...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a leading role in modernizing trade processing systems by transforming legacy applications into cloud-ready solutions, enhancing scalability, resiliency, and real-time processing...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Engage with development teams to enhance software reliability and safety through automation. Drive improvements in coding practices, deployment processes, and testing strategies, ensuring rapid releas...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building foundational AI solutions that transform enterprise applications. Collaborate cross-functionally to shape architecture while enhancing customer experiences at a fast-paced...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Execute cloud infrastructure strategies to enhance reliability and performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate deployments, maintain security, and optimize costs while driving ope...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $232K *

Champion transformative cloud solutions by leading Azure and GitHub architecture initiatives, ensuring secure, scalable, and automated platforms while guiding clients through complex digital transform...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading the development of scalable applications and tools in an agile environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance high-performance features and deliver innovat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage diverse teams and projects by leading initiatives that deliver technology solutions on time and within budget. Foster client collaboration and ensure project integrity while utilizing cutting-e...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $350K *

Seeking a Principal Engineer to lead cross-team initiatives, define platform architecture, and coach engineers. Drive AI adoption, enhance reliability, and improve customer outcomes while owning techn...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $200K *

Champion the modernization of our AdTech Workflow Platform by designing and building reliable distributed services. Own projects end-to-end, enhancing platform health while mentoring fellow engineers...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $149K *

Lead high-impact, cross-functional programs as a Principal Business Systems Analyst, tackling complex problems that shape Core IT's operations. Collaborate with senior leadership to define strategies...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $157K *

Unlock your potential as a lead technologist, guiding teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Collaborate with diverse clients, innovate in AI and ML, and foster a culture of learning and me...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $289K *

Join a team that's leading the way in automotive software engineering, overseeing project lifecycles from conception to production while engaging directly with executive stakeholders. Drive innovation...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $160K *

Champion the end-to-end development of a large liquid rocket engine system, ensuring technical ownership and directing complex projects through design, testing, and flight operations while mitigating...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$210K - $300K *

Join a team that engineers innovative backend solutions, designing scalable systems for complex transactions, while partnering across teams to establish engineering standards and support transformativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $210K *

Help us evolve the performance and analytics platform with cutting-edge tech, impacting investment management. Collaborate with engineers to design and build scalable applications, contributing to a c...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $174K *

Engineer intelligent agents to transform complex business workflows using Vertex AI. Collaborate on multi-agent systems, data pipelines, and real-time processing to enhance operational efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$153K - $246K *

Shape the future of our cloud ecosystem by leading complex platform engineering, automating infrastructures, and mentoring teams to enhance efficiency and scalability in internal capabilities with a f...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Oversee the development of innovative products for the waterpark industry, leading cross-functional teams through engineering, prototyping, and commercialization. Ensure adherence to safety and qualit...

Richmond, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$114K - $234K *

Champion innovation by driving technical solutions that enhance customer experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage complex projects in the cloud infrastructure space, ensuring sc...

Reposted 3 days 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.