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 *

Transform the future of trading systems by developing low-latency data processing pipelines. Join a dynamic team to tackle real-time challenges and enhance automated trading strategies, making a direc...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive innovative software solutions by leveraging advanced programming skills, containerization technologies, and TDD practices. Collaborate in a dynamic environment that fosters creativity and techni...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Build robust software solutions by developing application and test code, while steering implementation decisions in a collaborative Agile environment. Contribute to complex architectures using modern...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Unlock potential by collaborating on innovative software solutions and model-based engineering processes. Join a dynamic team focused on critical defense initiatives that leverage AI to enhance system...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software engineering and model-based systems capabilities, focusing on Java development and AI-assisted workflows in a dynamic environment supporting...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $225K *

Unlock potential by leading feature development and fostering innovation as a Full Stack Software Engineer with strong technical skills and a collaborative mindset. Drive projects while mentoring team...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $225K *

Develop innovative software solutions, leading a team of engineers through the full software development life cycle while ensuring strong collaboration and high coding standards in a fast-paced enviro...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$166K - $208K *

Transform integration processes by leading cross-functional teams in developing and validating hardware/software solutions. Drive system-level collaboration and foster innovative problem-solving in a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate healthcare innovation by joining a skilled team to design and develop REST API integrations, leveraging Databricks technology to enhance pharmacy benefit management systems. Bring your expe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative digital designs and architectures. Oversee a design team through all phases of hardware delivery, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across discip...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$116K - $177K *

Lead the charge in enterprise Linux engineering, overseeing design, reliability, and support for Linux systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and security while mentoring juni...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team to develop high-performance software systems focused on security and reliability. Collaborate across functions to innovate and enhance product ecosystems while maintaining coding e...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join us to drive software integration projects, ensuring high-quality deliverables and seamless collaboration across teams while implementing DevSecOps practices and enhancing our aerospace technology...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $137K *

Engineer innovative AI solutions to enhance operational efficiency across North American factories. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement scalable software componen...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$152K - $177K *

Drive complex, cross-functional programs from inception to launch, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering measurable outcomes. Collaborate with internal and external partners to enhance...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $180K *

Engage in advanced system integration and verification, driving innovation through testing and automation. Collaborate with teams to develop test plans and troubleshoot issues, ensuring high-quality o...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to develop and enhance innovative software solutions that support critical missions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure application reliability and security while leveraging mod...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform the future of conversational AI by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive product execution, mentor talent, and collaborate across functions to deliver scalable voice solutions that enhan...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock your potential as a technical leader, guiding a team to develop innovative voice AI solutions. Collaborate across functions to enhance customer experiences and drive product excellence in a fas...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $193K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic team of engineers in developing top-tier firmware for tape libraries, ensuring quality and efficiency while driving innovation and collaboration across departments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive multiple IT projects from initiation to completion, coordinating cross-functional teams and managing resources, schedules, and stakeholder expectations to achieve business objectives and ensure...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading software integration efforts across Station elements, ensuring cohesive delivery and alignment with program objectives. Collaborate with diverse teams to tackle challenge...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $200K *

Engage with a dynamic team to develop innovative software solutions, driving the full development lifecycle from design to deployment while collaborating across teams to enhance educational technology...

2 days ago

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

$145K - $175K *

Join a dynamic team to lead software development for OpenBMC platform management. Collaborate across functions to enhance high-performance networking solutions. Drive robust firmware capabilities for...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of full-stack software solutions, guiding a team to deliver high-quality production systems while leveraging AI tools and fostering collaboration across departments to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.