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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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team to design, develop, and integrate software solutions for complex military systems, enhancing capabilities and delivering innovative solutions in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Engage with us to design and develop robust software solutions for mission-critical systems, utilizing your skills in Agile methodologies, Linux environments, and various programming languages while c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Drive the transformation of Vanta’s data platform by leading the migration from Mongo to Postgres, ensuring integrity and performance while collaborating across teams during this critical transition p...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $155K *

Elevate your career by leading a talented team in re-architecting innovative verification systems. Collaborate on cutting-edge AI technology and full-stack development to ensure the highest software q...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $213K *

Unlock your potential by leading the development of innovative narrative technology in immersive games that blend storytelling and gameplay. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape emotionall...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $232K *

Elevate system validation processes by designing and executing tests for cutting-edge SoCs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive silicon integration, improve testing efficiency, and suppor...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading technology solutions that enhance investment capabilities. Collaborate with teams to drive engineering excellence and foster a culture of innovation, coaching your colle...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation and excellence by leading a high-performing software engineering team, delivering robust solutions through agile practices, and mentoring aspiring developers to enhance their technica...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving data integration and modernization initiatives. Collaborate across technical teams to enhance operational workflows, ensuring data integrity and synchronization in dynamic...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance your career by designing, building, and operating core security services, ensuring robust identity management and authorization systems for optimal user protection and operational efficiency a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of electric drive systems by designing, testing, and integrating control components for advanced naval propulsion, ensuring top-tier performance and adherence to rigorous quality stan...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $215K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions for the Intelligence Community, driving critical missions and delivering high-quality systems while collaborating with diverse teams and tec...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$77K - $110K *

Transform business challenges into efficient software solutions. Collaborate with teams to develop automation tools using modern technologies, ensuring best practices in a dynamic environment that fos...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of critical system management interfaces, provide technical leadership, and mentor engineers while ensuring operational readiness and reliability in complex environments with evolving c...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering automation in QA for B2B SaaS. Drive test automation, mentor engineers, and ensure quality in fast-paced releases while maintaining hands-on involvement in testing and CI...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$139K - $230K *

Elevate engineering maturity by leading the integration of GenAI technologies, driving innovation, enhancing automation, and empowering teams to deliver resilient, modular solutions that adapt to busi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the advancement of cloud technologies by leading secure Azure infrastructure projects and implementing automation solutions for optimal and compliant operations, while mentoring teams and ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$199K - $265K *

Shape the future of machine learning infrastructure by engineering robust systems that empower data scientists to develop and deploy ML models efficiently. Collaborate across teams while leading compl...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $180K *

Shape the future of space electronics by leading the design, development, and validation of critical electronic subsystems. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure reliability and performance for nex...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead a talented Agile team in delivering critical APIs and services while ensuring operational excellence and team development. Champion a culture of ownership and accountability while driving continu...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform operations by leading a seasoned Agile team to enhance the reliability and performance of vital APIs and services, ensuring operational excellence and seamless delivery in a fast-paced devel...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $189K *

Transform your career by building cutting-edge software solutions for space missions. Drive modernization efforts, collaborate with engineers, and shape innovative applications in a fast-paced environ...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining defense solutions by designing cutting-edge hardware systems, leading multidisciplinary projects, and tackling complex technical challenges to enhance performance and rel...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $165K *

Empower advanced engineering by leading the development of complex hardware systems. Drive innovation and performance standards while guiding cross-functional teams to create reliable, cost-effective...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $400K *

Champion the design and operation of scalable data systems that power AI products, optimizing performance and reliability. Collaborate across teams to create effective data solutions while elevating t...

1 week 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.