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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$142K - $184K *

Champion the development and operational deployment of vehicle firmware, leveraging IoT data to enhance fleet safety and efficiency through collaborative efforts with cross-functional teams...

CanadaRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Innovate and drive technical strategy for AI-powered products at scale. Empower teams to build transformative software solutions, oversee complex projects, and deliver exceptional results that reshape...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $180K *

Empower a small engineering team to enhance mission-critical applications using Go and React/TypeScript. Drive technical decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure reliable software delivery in a secure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $180K *

Champion the enhancement of mission-critical applications by leading a skilled engineering team in delivering reliable software solutions. Drive technical decisions, mentor engineers, and ensure high...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$225K - $300K *

Innovate by developing cutting-edge interfaces and tools that enhance document understanding and improve the developer experience while directly impacting user satisfaction and technology adoption...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $176K *

Drive innovation in document processing by leading high-impact projects, shaping architecture, and optimizing performance in a queue-driven pipeline. Collaborate across teams to enhance AI products an...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $500K+*

Join a team that's transforming AI hardware through kernel engineering leadership. Manage and grow a talented kernel engineering team while contributing to high-performance compute solutions and colla...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $245K *

Champion innovative software solutions by leading the design and implementation of scalable systems and APIs. Collaborate across teams to enhance user experiences while mentoring engineers and driving...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead complex software engineering projects, collaborating with analysts to design and implement technical solutions that align with business strategies while ensuring quality and compliance with archi...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$195K - $225K *

Transform your career by leading complex software integration and modernization efforts across cloud environments. Leverage your technical expertise to enhance system reliability and performance while...

Today

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading impactful SaaS implementations, driving client success and adoption. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, while enh...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by building innovative software solutions. In this hands-on, full-stack role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful features th...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$286K - $362K *

Unlock potential by leading NPU architecture and SoC integration for automotive AI. Drive technical execution, influence cross-domain decisions, and ensure product delivery meets performance, power, a...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$131K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative software solutions that enhance digital safety. Collaborate with teams to set technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful projects in a d...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$131K - $180K *

Lead transformative software engineering initiatives, guiding teams to develop robust, full-stack systems that enhance digital safety research and foster collaboration across projects while mentoring...

Washington, DCRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Develop embedded software and firmware for autonomous drone systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable integration and production. Utilize your expertise in low-level driver...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by designing and delivering scalable software solutions that drive innovation in transportation logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while leveraging AI technologies...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality software solutions by managing teams, driving project success, and fostering customer relationships. Utilize your expertise to enhance product functionality...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of software development by leading teams to deliver high-quality solutions, managing complex projects, and fostering strong customer relationships to drive business growth and continu...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore innovative solutions by designing and delivering scalable software for transportation and logistics platforms. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to tackle complex problems and dr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing transportation through innovative AI-powered software. As a pivotal contributor, you'll design scalable solutions and collaborate across functions to turn complex ch...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's transforming testing through automation and innovation. Leverage your coding skills to enhance software quality while collaborating closely with developers in a dynamic, agile envir...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$148K - $266K *

Unlock potential by designing and developing mission-critical systems globally. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production services, troubleshoot issues, and maintain high-availabil...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$114K - $171K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic software engineering team focused on advanced missile tracking solutions. Collaborate on cutting-edge projects while mentoring junior engineers and driving techni...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$119K - $202K *

Advance your career by leading a cross-functional team to modernize and enhance a mission-critical data platform, ensuring high-quality software delivery and technical excellence in a collaborative en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.