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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$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of IoT systems integration by leading sensor integration, data pipelines, and automation. Collaborate across teams to drive quality assurance and foster innovation in IoT technology...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by designing and implementing cutting-edge software and firmware solutions. Lead teams in transforming complex sensor data into actionable intelligence for tactical applications...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative software solutions while driving generative AI capabilities, shaping technical direction, and enhancing team collaboration in a remote and agile environment fo...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $180K *

Advance software solutions by designing and supporting Java-based applications. Engage in troubleshooting, automation, and collaboration across teams to enhance system performance and reliability in d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Innovate and enhance software solutions while troubleshooting diverse issues. Engage in all phases of development for embedded systems, collaborating with teams to drive technical excellence and resol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $180K *

Join a team that's designing and developing innovative software solutions. You'll tackle diverse challenges, providing application support, debugging, and enhancing products while collaborating with c...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $129K *

Join a dynamic engineering team to lead the development and customization of embedded operating systems. Collaborate across functions to tackle challenging technical issues and deliver innovative solu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$124K - $170K *

Accelerate innovation by developing scalable cloud solutions and enhancing complex data workflows. Collaborate with diverse teams to improve stakeholder outcomes while ensuring compliance and reliabil...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement agentic AI applications, driving innovative solutions across enterprise systems with a focus on security, scalability, and rapid iteration for optimal perfo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead engineering managers in delivering innovative transmission planning solutions for utilities and ISOs, ensuring project excellence while fostering client relationships a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in transforming the future of energy by overseeing a team that delivers innovative solutions in transmission planning, ensuring actionable insights for utilities and ISOs while maintai...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead a team of engineers in optimizing transportation operations. You'll drive continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, ensuring...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing advanced AI applications. Collaborate across teams to deliver innovative AI solutions that enhance decision-making and customer interactions in a fast-pace...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion the reliability and performance of IT infrastructure, providing expert support to clients and optimizing cloud solutions. Collaborate with the IT team to enhance system security and stability...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion your career as you lead technical design and delivery initiatives, guiding a skilled team to achieve business objectives and optimize software performance in a fast-paced environment. Collabo...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's creating innovative AI-powered go-to-market solutions. This role entails designing, building, and scaling large distributed systems that support significant revenue technology platf...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Build and scale AI-driven healthcare solutions, enhancing medication access through a full-stack approach. Collaborate with teams to deliver impactful features and streamline complex workflows while m...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the transformation of engineering practices by utilizing MBSE tools to develop innovative system models, collaborating with diverse teams, and enhancing MDA's approach to future engineering solut...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $135K *

Innovate efficient manufacturing strategies to enhance new product development, collaborating with global teams to ensure design integrity, timely launches, and maintain cost targets for high and low...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $215K *

Innovate technical alignment and operational workflows within cross-functional engineering teams. Build automation tools and enhance data-driven decision-making capabilities, directly impacting engine...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a high-performing engineering team to design a scalable back-end architecture for a flagship collector platform, enhancing user experiences across web and mobile applications and impacting a larg...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape innovative thermal management solutions from concept to production, leading projects that tackle complex challenges across military and commercial sectors. Leverage cutting-edge technologies to...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cloud-native SaaS solutions, developing high-performance .NET applications for the construction industry. Leverage your full-stack expertise while mentoring ot...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $150K *

Lead the charge in software development with a focus on high-performance Windows applications. Enhance collaboration, support features, and solve complex challenges in an innovative energy solutions t...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $207K *

Lead the charge in designing cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure, delivering secure and scalable infrastructure. Collaborate with architects and engineers to transform complex challenges into effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.