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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$114K - $234K *

Shape the future of secure application development by leading the design and implementation of critical software solutions for government cloud environments, mentoring teams, and improving operational...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $234K *

Shape the future of secure application services as a senior technical lead, driving the design, implementation, and operational excellence in government cloud environments while mentoring fellow engin...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $264K *

Engage in program management to drive complex initiatives forward, aligning stakeholders and executing high-priority projects key to Oracle's AI data center growth while ensuring structured visibility...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$190K - $267K *

Engage with the Home Experience team to drive innovative product development and improve user interaction for millions. You'll lead full-cycle projects, collaborate across teams, and enhance software...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by empowering project success through comprehensive civil engineering solutions, from planning and design to construction and sustainable infrastructure development within the Depa...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $225K *

Drive innovation in building modern software solutions for space missions, integrating technologies and leading engineering efforts while collaborating with diverse teams to solve challenging problems...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $160K *

Shape the future of healthcare by developing innovative full-stack products. Collaborate across teams to transform complex problems into simple solutions, integrating AI for improved efficiency and us...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Lead the design process of electrical systems for diverse building types, enhancing human experience through innovative solutions. Guide project teams, ensure efficient workflows, and mentor emerging...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform electrical design systems from concept to execution, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance functionality across various building types while ensuring excellence in detailed e...

3 weeks ago

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

$133K - $166K *

Drive innovative engineering projects by leading global teams to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency through advanced solutions in hardware, software, and mechanical development while managing...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $234K *

Drive the development and integration of cutting-edge security features across robotics platforms, collaborating with multi-functional teams and enhancing system integrity for scalable deployments in...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that designs and builds scalable, secure backend services using modern technologies, mentors engineers, and enhances platform capabilities through innovation and collaboration across funct...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to design secure, scalable back-end services using modern technologies, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across functi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic Systems Engineering team, driving the integration, verification, and validation of complex aerospace systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure success...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$205K - $269K *

Shape the future of enterprise data solutions as you design and implement data platforms that drive AI and analytics. Collaborate with senior leaders to enhance business efficiency and insights while...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $166K *

Accelerate progress at developing and debugging system software modules, enhancing automation pipelines, and collaborating with teams to improve performance across platforms while ensuring compliance...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $156K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for power generation and distribution projects. Collaborate with clients and a skilled team to enhance safety and efficiency in water and wastewater system...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $188K *

Shape the future of electrical design by creating innovative power systems across diverse projects. Collaborate with clients, manage engineering solutions, and ensure compliance while enhancing your s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $240K *

Unlock potential by enhancing automated build systems using C# and C++. Collaborate with a passionate team to streamline workflows and support developers, ensuring efficient game build delivery and op...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $205K *

Champion innovative network tooling solutions that enhance reliability and scalability across diverse infrastructure environments, impacting operations at a major cloud provider...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance and scale network tooling for critical operations, driving reliability and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. Leverage your engineering expertise to mentor others w...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

Drive the development of network tooling that enhances edge and data center operations. Collaborate with teams to ensure high availability and reliability in network management systems crucial for sca...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$77K - $84K *

Champion platform engineering initiatives that strengthen our data services. Collaborate with teams to build, deploy, and maintain backend services for high-performance applications, ensuring stabilit...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $233K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the architecture and delivery of a cloud-native workflow orchestration platform that optimizes operational efficiency across data centers while enhancing visibility, resili...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead innovation and design of next-gen optical products, driving complex programs from concept to development while mentoring junior engineers and ensuring high engineering standards throughout the pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

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.