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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$110K - $130K *

Drive software reliability by leading a new team focused on quality assurance for embedded systems. Ensure zero critical defects, automate testing, and collaborate across departments to enhance produc...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by designing and implementing software solutions in a collaborative environment, tackling complex challenges and enhancing functionality within dynamic projects for clients while en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Transform dynamic projects into innovative solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining software across front-end and back-end systems. Collaborate with teams while adhering to best practices t...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Develop and maintain production software for gimbal systems, enhancing quality control and customer integration through innovative technologies and streamlined processes, in a collaborative environmen...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$176K - $332K *

Innovate software solutions by leading design, development, and testing efforts. Collaborate with teams to ensure system requirements are met while maintaining high standards of quality and security i...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$176K - $332K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, leading the design, development, and testing of innovative software solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet system requir...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $225K *

Unlock your potential by joining a talented team to develop innovative software solutions that meet program requirements and enhance mission success for our valued clients...

3 weeks ago

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

$92K - $123K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative Android applications, leveraging your expertise in the Software Development Life Cycle. Collaborate with stakeholders to design, implement, and validate high-q...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Lead the modernization of software solutions, driving engineering practices and hands-on design. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance freight operations through innovative cloud-native s...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of advanced RF software solutions. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop high-performance DSP algorithms and ensure compliance wit...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Elevate the future of intelligent systems by designing and developing a next-gen Agentic AI Platform. Collaborate across the full stack to create robust web applications and backend services that enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Software Developer, driving the design and deployment of cutting-edge AI platforms. Collaborate across the full stack to create intelligent applications that enhan...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying cutting-edge AI systems. Collaborate across the full AI stack, transforming complex business challenges into trusted AI solutions while ensuring safety a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Elevate your career by designing and deploying cutting-edge AI systems. Collaborate across the full AI stack, transforming complex business challenges into trusted AI solutions while ensuring quality...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $222K *

Shape the future of logistics by developing intelligent planning platforms that optimize freight movement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable solutions that enhance supply chai...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing secure, scalable software solutions for the Integrated Air and Missile Defense system, tackling complex challenges in a collaborative Agile environment to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $222K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative cloud-native solutions that optimize freight planning and logistics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create scalable systems that enhance decision-m...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$193K - $319K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-driven silicon design platform, overseeing software development from infrastructure to advanced machine learning applications. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$151K - $161K *

Engage with cutting-edge analytics technologies to develop and maintain robust Pig/PySpark solutions while ensuring accurate, reliable data delivery and effective team collaboration in a dynamic envir...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Optimize complex software systems by providing senior technical leadership in engineering, development, and integration. Collaborate on architecture and automation solutions using low-code/no-code pla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing software quality through comprehensive testing. You'll lead efforts in test planning, execution, and collaboration with senior management to ensure top-notch...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $145K *

Transform collaboration by leading SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365 initiatives. Drive operational excellence, enhance user experience, and ensure seamless service delivery while collaborating with...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence. Lead technology strategy and delivery for a multi-squad portfolio, driving modernization and operational success while fostering talent a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming legacy systems into a robust Azure cloud environment. Oversee complex data ingestion pipelines, ensuring technical governance while mentoring developers in a fast-paced...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing high-quality C/C++ software. Take ownership of features from concept to release, collaborating with a dynamic team to deliver robust solutions in a Linu...

2 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.