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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$90K - $115K *

Join a team that's leading software architecture and development while mentoring engineers. Shape technical strategies, ensure quality, and drive innovation in a collaborative environment focused on e...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that pioneers advancements in satellite systems by providing senior-level engineering and scientific support to NOAA's Low Earth Orbit program, driving mission science and algorithm manage...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative solutions by leading systems engineering for LEO programs, collaborating with teams on mission effectiveness, sensor performance, and project management to ensure seamless operatio...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Unlock your potential as a senior software engineering leader focusing on AEGIS software capability development, guiding teams, defining architecture, and implementing innovative solutions to complex...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $170K *

Advance software engineering capabilities by leading architecture, development, and mentoring. Collaborate with teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions for defense missions, enhancing the AEGIS po...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $164K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of secure user and account management systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance features within a data-driven platform aimed...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $164K *

Join us in shaping secure user management systems for cutting-edge health data solutions. As a Technical Lead, you'll collaborate with teams to enhance access features, drive innovation, and support s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead electrical engineering projects, fostering team development and ensuring successful project delivery. Utilize your expertise to tackle complex challenges while managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a role that champions software development, fostering innovation and collaboration while taking ownership of Embedded, Desktop, and Cloud Systems to create scalable solutions an...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $217K *

Lead the design and support of software solutions in ECM and workflow automation. Collaborate with stakeholders in an Agile environment to implement best practices that enhance service delivery, scala...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $166K *

Empower the development and operation of advanced cloud security solutions, enhancing automated guardrails and vulnerability management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secure applications...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $195K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing precision health by developing full-stack software solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to bridge research and care, creating personalized experiences tha...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $215K *

Join a team that's advancing precision health by developing innovative full-stack software solutions that bridge research and patient care. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to create personalized...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $144K *

Lead and mentor a high-performing software engineering team, driving the development of innovative cloud-native applications using Agile methodologies and advanced technologies while ensuring code qua...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer innovative AI systems in healthcare; architect scalable solutions while driving impactful design. Collaborate closely with leadership to tackle complex challenges and elevate patient communica...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Invent scalable architectures for high-growth AI applications in regulated healthcare environments. Contribute your deep technical expertise while directly addressing complex challenges alongside exec...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine platform architecture and define AI usage in a rapidly growing engineering hub, leading system design and mentoring engineers to build complex systems that enhance patient care across health...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Deliver innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, leveraging your full-stack development expertise across diverse technologies like Java, Python, and JavaScript to create impactful software...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Bring your expertise to develop innovative full-stack solutions leveraging Java, JavaScript, and more. Collaborate in a dynamic environment while adapting technologies to enhance user experience and m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $163K *

Lead a high-performing engineering team to innovate and optimize data transformation workflows, harnessing AI and cloud technologies, while enhancing collaboration and improving customer outcomes thro...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Advance our engineering capabilities by overseeing multiple teams, shaping technical strategies, and ensuring swift execution of complex software projects that drive significant business value across...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion cross-functional teams to drive strategic software initiatives, optimize delivery, and foster a culture of excellence in engineering. Lead the evolution of high-impact projects aligning with...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful software solutions by leading a dynamic team in developing high-performance, GCP-based prototypes while fostering cross-functional collaboration and innovation...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $170K *

Innovate within our dynamic software team as you lead the development of cutting-edge AI-driven solutions, enhancing efficiency and quality through expert coding, collaboration, and architecture desig...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of LVC environments by leading system design, integration, and collaboration among multi-disciplinary teams to create innovative simulation ecosystems that enhance training and operat...

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.