Software Technical Lead Jobs

Explore Software Technical Lead opportunities with Ladders, where experienced software professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Software Technical Leads combine deep engineering expertise with technical direction, helping teams design, build, and maintain reliable software products.

What Does a Software Technical Lead Do?

A Software Technical Lead guides technical decisions across a project or engineering team. Responsibilities may include reviewing architecture, setting coding standards, mentoring developers, coordinating implementation, and partnering with product, design, and operations teams. The role often remains hands-on, balancing software development with planning and technical leadership.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a strong background in software development, system design, and one or more relevant programming languages or technology platforms. Communication, problem-solving, code review, and team collaboration are also important. Depending on the organization, roles may call for experience with cloud services, distributed systems, security, data platforms, or agile delivery.

Find Software Technical Lead Jobs

Use Ladders to explore vetted Software Technical Lead openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by location, industry, seniority, and work arrangement to find a role that aligns with your technical strengths and leadership goals. Job requirements and compensation vary by employer and position.

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$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading full-stack Java development teams to drive innovative AI solutions. Lead architecture and design while mentoring engineers, ensuring scalable and secure enterprise systems...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovation by leading a dynamic software engineering team to design, develop, and deploy cutting-edge applications across diverse platforms while ensuring alignment with strategic business goals...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Innovate in a hands-on leadership role, guiding software development while driving technical excellence. Collaborate across teams, mentor engineers, and ensure scalable, maintainable applications that...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable applications using TypeScript, Node.js, and AWS technologies. Mentor teams, design cloud-native solutions, and collaborate across departments to deliver high-qua...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $105K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable applications using TypeScript, Node.js, and React. Mentor engineers, drive technical delivery, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-qualit...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $194K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Agile team to design and build modern web applications. Leverage your technical expertise to mentor junior developers and drive innovation in cloud environment...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the design and delivery of robust financial systems, leading a skilled team through complex challenges, while ensuring high-quality standards in production-grade software and effective collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading software development and upgrade efforts for an Enterprise Content Management Suite, ensuring integration and performance of multiple applications while driving innovation...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $140K *

Transform enterprise application environments by leading upgrades and enhancements. Collaborate on complex integration projects, ensuring compatibility and performance across multiple platforms while...

Mclean, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading software development initiatives for a suite of applications. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance system integration and drive innovative solutions in a dynamic fe...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Transform software solutions by leading development efforts and enhancing Enterprise Content Management applications. Collaborate on diverse projects, ensuring system compatibility and delivering inno...

Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$108K - $130K *

Lead the technical delivery and growth of a software development team focused on creating high-performance marketing websites and digital experiences while collaborating across multiple departments to...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of secure software solutions, modernizing applications for enterprise environments. Collaborate with teams to ensure successful delivery of scalable architectures and k...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and development of secure software solutions for enterprise environments, driving modernization efforts, and mentoring engineering teams to deliver scalable...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading agile teams in delivering innovative full-stack applications and microservices. Drive technical excellence and collaboration while modernizing platforms to enhance busin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in architecting and delivering secure, scalable software solutions while mentoring engineering teams in a high-tempo environment. Drive Agile practices, DevSecOps, and continuous impro...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $170K *

Transform enterprise software systems by leading design and development efforts, ensuring scalable, secure applications that meet federal mission needs while mentoring engineers and driving best pract...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $114K *

Join a team that's committed to ensuring seamless operations of USDA's eWCMD application. You'll oversee maintenance, coordinate issue resolution, and maintain compliance while managing resources to d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $295K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of defense simulation by leading innovative software systems. You'll architect scalable platforms, mentor teams, and act as a trusted advisor to government stakeh...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Pioneer innovative cloud solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, driving development from concept to deployment in a fast-paced, flexible environment with a strong impact on product excellence and us...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust Quality Assurance strategy, overseeing global QA delivery and vendor management. Collaborate across teams to ensure software reliability, performance, and security...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Engineer scalable health solutions! Lead full-stack development focusing on robust Python backend and intuitive JavaScript front-end while mentoring a high-performing team and optimizing AI-driven fun...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $199K *

Lead the charge in SAP modernization and S/4HANA transformation by providing hands-on technical leadership, ensuring scalable solutions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive strategi...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$127K - $199K *

Champion SAP technical excellence by leading solution design, integration, and modernization initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable SAP solu...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Lead software development for robot testing and evaluation, driving team priorities and execution. Collaborate closely with hardware and engineering teams to enhance testing infrastructure and analyze...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Software Technical Lead do?question toggle

    A Software Technical Lead guides engineering execution and technical decisions, such as architecture, code quality, implementation planning, and developer mentorship. Many leads also contribute directly to software development.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Software Technical Lead jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial software engineering experience, strong system design and coding skills, and the ability to communicate decisions and support a development team. Some roles require expertise in particular languages, platforms, or industries.

  • How is a Software Technical Lead different from an engineering manager?question toggle

    A Software Technical Lead typically focuses on technical direction and implementation while remaining close to engineering work. An engineering manager generally has broader responsibility for people management, performance, hiring, and team operations, though duties can overlap.

  • Do Software Technical Lead jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as employer, location, experience, and scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more, including qualifying Software Technical Lead opportunities.