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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$145K - $175K *

Transform complex technology initiatives by bridging business strategy and engineering execution. Lead program governance, manage risks, and ensure alignment with business metrics while collaborating...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior iOS Developer, leveraging 6-8 years of experience to design and maintain high-performance mobile applications in the Retail Banking sector, ensuring security and optima...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in designing and developing robust applications using Core Java, Spring, and RESTful APIs while ensuring performance and security. Collaborate in a dynamic environment with a focus on...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform our global sales infrastructure by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing processes, and leveraging data analytics to enhance productivity and ROI. Collaborate across teams to build and i...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation at the intersection of technology and finance. Leverage your expertise in full-stack development to create scalable, enterprise-level solutions while collaborating with cross-functi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Drive innovation by designing and building scalable data pipelines and optimizing data warehousing solutions on GCP. Collaborate with analytics teams to enhance business intelligence and ensure data g...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$156K - $199K *

Transform enterprise AI operations by leading the technical management of a large-scale platform, ensuring seamless integration, security, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $199K *

Elevate enterprise AI capabilities by overseeing the Gemini platform's technical operations, ensuring seamless integration and support while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovati...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$156K - $199K *

Elevate enterprise AI capabilities by leading the technical operations of a large-scale platform, ensuring seamless integration, security, and support across diverse teams and technologies...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize IT support solutions by leading a talented team, delivering prompt Tier 2 assistance for hardware and software issues while enhancing user experience and minimizing downtime across a global l...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion innovation by leading engineering efforts within established companies. Drive modernization, mentor teams, and enhance software delivery while leveraging diverse tech stacks to deliver impact...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Elevate software engineering by leading teams in established companies. Drive modernization of development processes, coach engineers, and implement AI solutions while delivering high-quality software...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of scalable software solutions for automotive systems integration, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance vehicle communication and telematics technologie...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Accelerate software development and technical leadership across IT initiatives, ensuring system reliability and performance while mentoring engineers and collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$138K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading the modernization of enterprise platforms and client integration capabilities. Drive innovation in cloud-native solutions, enhance system resilience, and shape enginee...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Champion innovation by leading the modernization of enterprise platforms and client integration capabilities, driving scalable, cloud-native solutions that enhance operational excellence and client ex...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of optical networking by leading the development of advanced embedded software solutions. Leverage your expertise in C/C++ and optical systems to drive innovation...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and customize software solutions, leveraging your expertise in Java, AWS, and agile methodologies. Collaborate on innovative projects that meet client needs while enhanc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and implementation of embedded software for satellite systems. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, drive continuous improvement, and mentor engineers to enhance software quality...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating test systems for robots, ensuring rigorous testing and data logging. Collaborate with engineers to enhance testing efficiency and reliability in a dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$101K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative AI-driven customer experience initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance contact center operations, leveraging cutting-edge technologies...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading cross-functional teams, enhancing client relationships, and driving innovative methodologies to achieve strategic business goals while ensuring efficient resource...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful project delivery by defining objectives, enhancing client relationships, and implementing innovative methodologies. Lead teams to optimize resources, manage risks, and ensure alignment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful technology projects by defining objectives, enhancing client relationships, and driving process improvements while managing risks and resources effectively to e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful project outcomes by defining objectives, enhancing client relationships, and improving processes in collaboration with stakeholders. Leverage strong leadership and problem-solving skil...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.