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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$120K - $150K *

Help us design and implement cutting-edge software for predictive maintenance and logistics initiatives. Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative solutions that enhance data p...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $150K *

Innovate software solutions by designing, developing, and enhancing embedded systems for optical networking. Collaborate with teams, coach junior engineers, and ensure high-quality product performance...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$168K - $183K *

Lead the charge in advancing offensive security initiatives through high-impact red team engagements. Shape the strategy, execution, and measurement of security assessments to enhance organizational r...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $144K *

Drive innovation by leading cross-functional teams in the full engineering design process, ensuring adherence to product requirements, cost goals, and quality standards while guiding designs from conc...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $130K *

Engage in technical leadership to design, develop, and maintain innovative web applications leveraging cutting-edge Java/J2EE technologies for impactful user experiences and seamless client interactio...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Develop robust, full-stack solutions while taking ownership from design to deployment. Collaborate with teams to deliver user-focused products and elevate engineering standards in a dynamic, mission-d...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K *

Join a team that's passionate about crafting innovative cloud-based solutions. As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll design, develop, and enhance features while collaborating with cross-functional par...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$243K - $318K *

Shape the future of software engineering by leading AI integrations that empower developers. Drive innovation through foundational systems, influencing tools used internally and by millions, while men...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $170K *

Develop cutting-edge software solutions for training and analytical simulations. Engage in innovative projects spanning modeling, game-based systems, and user interface design, contributing to the exp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $185K *

Drive innovative solutions with us as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the development of safety-critical software for groundbreaking aerospace vehicles. Collaborate with a diverse team from concep...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $221K *

Unlock innovation as you lead and empower remote engineering teams to transform the education technology landscape. Drive agile product delivery focusing on customer experiences and measurable success...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $225K *

Develop innovative software solutions, leading a team of engineers through the full software development life cycle while ensuring strong collaboration and high coding standards in a fast-paced enviro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading feature development and fostering innovation as a Full Stack Software Engineer with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset. Drive projects while mentoring team...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to shape the future of software and web applications. Leverage your expertise in design, integration, and documentation to enhance development processes while leading projects and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $169K *

Lead the charge in ensuring robust test strategies and evaluations for complex systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement test plans, analyze performance metrics, and su...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$198K - $249K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing weapon systems through innovative software design, development, and integration. Leverage your expertise to drive complex projects in a dynamic environment and mento...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Partner with us to design and develop innovative software and web applications. Oversee integration, documentation, and performance tracking while guiding junior engineers in a collaborative and fast...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Elevate your career by building and enhancing mission-critical software in a dynamic Kubernetes environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to design, develop and deliver scalable solutions while ensu...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $140K *

Shape the future of our mission-critical applications by designing, developing, and implementing software solutions in a dynamic containerized environment. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver sc...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Solve complex challenges by leading design and implementation efforts. Coordinate DevOps activities for standalone deployments, leveraging Infrastructure as Code. Collaborate on architecture using Kub...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Drive impactful AI/ML applications in healthcare by leading software development initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, guide engineering excellence, and ensure secure, scalable solutio...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Software Architect, driving system design and leading teams to deliver advanced national security software architectures, ensuring performance, scalability, and cust...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$200K - $250K *

Shape the future of software development as you lead full-stack projects, driving innovation and delivering high-quality applications that engage users. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and men...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead and elevate engineering efforts, guiding teams through technical choices and ensuring delivery success. Foster innovation in software development, driving operational excellence while mentoring a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $238K *

Inspire the engineering team by shaping innovative architecture for high-quality software products, driving architectural changes, and optimizing development efficiency, while ensuring scalable soluti...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.