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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$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

$102K - $146K *

Transform technical initiatives by architecting scalable software solutions while mentoring a dynamic engineering team. Drive excellence, influence decisions, and lead projects from conception to deli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Deliver strategic technology solutions by managing complex projects, aligning stakeholders, and leading cross-functional teams. Drive continuous improvement and ensure program objectives are achieved...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Software Developer, creating scalable, high-performance software for a cutting-edge telematics platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to process real-time data from...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform your career by leading a full-stack engineering team, optimizing solutions, mentoring talents, and driving innovation while ensuring SDLC health and adherence to governance standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Empower the development of transformative frontend solutions by integrating backend systems, ensuring reliability and quality across the product layer. Engage with dynamic teams to define workflows th...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining e-commerce for scientific users. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll lead initiatives in technical design and implementation, enhance marketplace analytics, and create...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$113K - $169K *

Unlock potential by leading quality engineering efforts, driving automation innovation, and mentoring teams to ensure high standards are met in software delivery across multiple Agile streams, enhanci...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $169K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering by implementing innovative automation frameworks and driving best practices across Agile teams to enhance software delivery and customer experience through robus...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Integrate satellite systems and flight software for mission management. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex requirements into scalable solutions, ensuring effective debugging...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by joining a dynamic team focused on backend and data engineering in cybersecurity. You will build scalable infrastructure, drive innovation, and contribute to impactful projects...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $190K *

Drive the development of cross-platform applications by creating innovative, polished user experiences in React Native, while collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance existing iOS and Android prod...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$135K - $160K *

Coordinate engineering activities across teams, ensuring effective planning and execution. Manage dependencies and risks while fostering collaboration for successful engineering initiatives. Drive ope...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$213K - $263K *

Transform the autonomous driving landscape by architecting robust metrics systems, ensuring timely data analysis for rapid deployments, and collaborating across diverse teams to support groundbreaking...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$123K - $153K *

Oversee a dynamic team of software engineers, driving innovation and collaboration for software solutions that support advanced astronomical data acquisition and scheduling systems across multiple obs...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$200K - $250K *

Lead a high-autonomy engineering team to deploy AI solutions across departments, ensuring real-world adoption of cutting-edge software while bridging technical and business domains for impactful workf...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $153K *

Pioneer software innovation by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop and maintain vital systems for astronomical data acquisition and scheduling. Collaborate closely with scientists and stakeh...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion secure Kubernetes deployments in cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with teams to automate and monitor infrastructure, ensuring security and performance for critical cyber operat...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$209K - $266K *

Shape the future of AI infrastructure by leading the development and enhancement of scalable systems that promote innovation and operational excellence across diverse applications and platforms, while...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$179K - $204K *

Champion the development of innovative cloud-based solutions while leading a skilled team in creating microservices and full-stack systems, driving financial empowerment for millions through cutting-e...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive the innovation of next-gen infotainment systems by developing and optimizing display and input subsystems, ensuring a fluid and responsive user experience across various electric vehicles...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that values innovation as you develop and execute test plans, ensuring software quality through manual and automated testing while collaborating with users to meet operational needs and en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine the integration of modeling and simulation capabilities across product development, ensuring alignment with mission needs and system architectures while enhancing technical performance acros...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead a dynamic software engineering team, shaping high-performance solutions for our next-gen BCI platform. Oversee architecture, guide complex dependencies, and establish engineering best...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $193K *

Accelerate innovation by designing and developing robust platform solutions for software deployment, testing, and validation, empowering teams to enhance their engineering workflows for autonomous veh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

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.