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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$155K - $190K *

Transform the future of software development by building scalable, AI-augmented solutions. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance stability, engage in code reviews, and stay ahead of emerging tech...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $140K *

Accelerate your career by leading system integrations and API development. Leverage your expertise in Angular and Java within a collaborative, hybrid team environment, driving innovative solutions and...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $162K *

Empower teams to design, develop, and deliver scalable software solutions. Lead multiple software development initiatives, ensuring quality and performance in high-stakes environments while driving in...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$121K - $160K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software development, leading a talented group of engineers to enhance enterprise applications. Oversee project execution, mentor talent, and foster a culture...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $160K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic software engineering team to enhance enterprise applications. Drive innovation, mentor talent, and ensure seamless delivery through Agile methodologies while...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential in a high-impact role, ensuring top-tier security solutions while driving innovation in object-oriented programming and agile development practices with a focus on client satisfaction...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $197K *

Join a team that's redefining aerospace technology by developing advanced software solutions for environmental control systems in various aircraft. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure sy...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Elevate software engineering excellence by leading the design, development, and integration of advanced avionics systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive innovat...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Develop and implement embedded software for spacecraft avionics, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, mission-critical systems from design to flight operations. Drive innovation...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$147K - $178K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative applications and systems software, driving automation and process improvements while collaborating with clients and stakeholders to enhance business outcomes a...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $178K *

Join us to lead the development and configuration of innovative applications, driving operational strategies and influencing business decisions. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions an...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Empower the future of telecommunications by architecting and developing 5G Core Network functions. Collaborate on high-impact projects, leveraging your expertise in 3GPP protocols and distributed syst...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$85K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leading a diverse team in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Drive quality, cost, and schedule targets while ensuring safety and production standards are met. Foster collaboratio...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$146K - $234K *

The Senior Software Engineer at Peraton will design, develop, test, and deploy features for a critical data transmission application supporting the US intelligence community. This role involves collab...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $190K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools to enhance workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to rapidly prototype and deploy secure, high-quali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Empower innovation by architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to create secure, scalable solutions while leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Innovate and lead the development of enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform ideas into scalable, secure solutions while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Transform the software landscape by architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools for rapid prototyping, and ensuring secure, high-performance systems that drive innov...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$92K - $123K *

Lead the charge in transforming AI customer experiences by owning product strategy, defining roadmaps, optimizing journeys, and aligning diverse stakeholders. Your expertise will shape customer-centri...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Salesforce solutions, driving technical excellence and mentoring teams. Leverage your expertise in Health Cloud to deliver scalable designs, integrations, and governance...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Empower product excellence by validating designs and testing integrated hardware and software systems. Collaborate in an R&D lab to enhance product quality and drive innovative solutions through rigor...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

6 days ago

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

$76K - $150K *

Discover extensive career growth opportunities while designing and building cutting-edge conversational AI applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to develop innovative solutions and troubles...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Unlock potential by designing and building advanced conversational AI applications. Leverage your software development expertise to create innovative solutions and integrate with enterprise systems in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $150K *

Champion the development of cutting-edge conversational AI applications, leveraging Python and modern engineering practices. Collaborate with teams to integrate solutions and troubleshoot issues, driv...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and developing core modules for a dynamic platform, engaging in all software development lifecycle phases, and collaborating with teams to deliver high-quality, scalab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.