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 *

Join a team that's redefining application development by providing technical leadership and hands-on support across Agile teams, ensuring high-quality, scalable solutions while fostering collaboration...

Today

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

$120K - $145K *

Lead software engineering initiatives by driving technical excellence across the SDLC. Mentor teams, enhance product delivery, and implement modern development practices in a secure, scalable environm...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $170K *

Empower your career as a Senior Quality Engineer, driving automation and quality in finance technology. Collaborate with teams to enhance our Margin Calculations Platform, ensuring robust testing stra...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and implementation of low-latency trading systems, collaborating with strategy teams to enhance software for market connectivity and execution, while ensuring optimal performance and...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams, applying DevOps principles, and ensuring application security in a complex service-oriented environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your engineering career by designing and operating resilient services that optimize healthcare delivery and support caregivers through cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $165K *

Join a team that's tackling complex challenges by developing intuitive software solutions for mission-critical applications. You'll lead technical initiatives while collaborating with a skilled engine...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$106K - $145K *

Champion innovation by leading software design and development efforts. Collaborate with teams to deliver solutions, adapt to challenges, and drive project success while ensuring client needs are met...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform enterprise software by modernizing legacy systems and enhancing multi-tenant SaaS platforms. Lead design, development, and deployment while ensuring operational continuity and integrating AI...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing embedded software for safety-critical systems. Lead technical efforts, mentor teams, and collaborate across disciplines to create reliable applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in the development of safety-critical embedded software while leading teams, designing systems, and enhancing applications for heavy equipment and driver-assistance technologies. Drive innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Innovate software solutions by leading development processes, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and implementing scalable architectures. Drive technical excellence while ensuring performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to design, implement, and enhance scalable applications while ensuring performance...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the functional ownership of a critical fraud detection platform. Drive innovation and operational excellence while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous impr...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in enhancing a critical fraud detection platform, overseeing a team of engineers to drive innovation, reliability, and performance. Foster a culture of accountability while advancing A...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $113K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing and maintaining electronic files, ensuring seamless client implementations, and enhancing data integration through SQL. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing military simulation systems through rigorous testing and validation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and reliability while managi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $192K *

Unlock potential by leading the technical direction of a data product team, driving architecture and design decisions while collaborating closely with engineers and product managers to deliver impactf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Engineer innovative software solutions by developing and enhancing systems. Collaborate with peers to ensure quality and adherence to standards while managing individual components and integrating the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and enhance cloud-native applications, modernize legacy systems, and mentor junior developers while applying best engineering practices and frameworks in a collaborative...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Optimize complex technical programs across engineering and product teams. Lead initiatives from concept to delivery, balancing strategic goals with execution. Shape the future of AI-powered solutions...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $126K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building innovative enterprise applications. Lead projects from inception to delivery, mentor junior developers, and engage with clients to solve complex challenges usi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K *

Elevate your career as a lead software engineer, solving complex challenges for Fortune 500 clients through innovative custom solutions. Lead teams, explore diverse technologies, and enhance project d...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to design, develop, and maintain innovative software solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and compliance while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

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.