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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$117K - $143K *

Join a team that's redefining quality engineering by leading the transition to automation. Drive strategy, mentor a global QA team, and enhance testing frameworks to ensure high-quality software deliv...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive team success by leading software engineering efforts, enhancing Agile practices, and fostering technical innovation. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to ensure alignment and prioritize...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform the automotive infotainment landscape by developing robust embedded software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and reliability, ensuring a seam...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$160K - $200K *

Champion the development of AI solutions, driving innovation and efficiency across product verticals while mentoring teams and influencing cross-functional strategies for scalable, high-quality AI sys...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$69K - $158K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by leveraging your software engineering skills to enhance test automation capabilities. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize quality assurance pr...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing application performance and reliability. Leverage your expertise in Oracle WebLogic, IIS, and SFTP systems to support production environments and enhance ope...

South Carolina, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Transform your career by leading innovative software solutions, guiding AI-driven development, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to shape the technical la...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $238K *

Join a team that's transforming legacy systems into innovative, cloud-native architectures. Drive modernization initiatives leveraging cutting-edge technologies while shaping architectural decisions a...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $238K *

Join us in transforming a legacy system into a modern cloud-native architecture, leveraging your expertise in full-stack development, microservices, and DevSecOps to drive innovation and efficiency in...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $295K *

Lead innovative data analysis initiatives to develop contextual insights from autonomous vehicle data, driving meaningful improvements in safety and performance across mobility services...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Advance software engineering practices through AI innovation, enhancing application quality and performance. Collaborate with teams to tackle technical challenges and drive software modernization, ens...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive high-impact engineering initiatives by leading a skilled team focused on user acquisition and retention. Champion AI-native practices while building scalable systems with React, TypeScript, and...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $149K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of space exploration by developing innovative software solutions for lunar and beyond missions. Leverage your experience in aerospace or software engineering...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$114K - $155K *

Transform the testing landscape by developing automated solutions for AI products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testing strategies, ensuring quality and reliability in a fast-pac...

CanadaRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Shape the future of manufacturing by leading software development teams, driving technical strategy, and ensuring platform scalability and reliability across global operations. Collaborate with cross...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $210K *

Pioneer innovative software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications that address real business challenges, ensuring alignment with enterprise archit...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $169K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software solutions by designing scalable, secure applications. Collaborate across functions to drive innovation in cloud-native platforms and AI capabilities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead engineering teams to develop, integrate, and optimize systems, ensuring mission success through innovative technical solutions while utilizing Agile methodologies and continuous improvement pract...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$154K - $260K *

Join an innovative team to lead and evolve critical Core Infrastructure. Oversee infrastructure strategy, improve operational health, and drive automation to boost performance across a globally distri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $184K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building scalable, efficient infrastructure systems. Leverage your technical and leadership skills to enhance operational health while guiding a global team to meet str...

CanadaRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining software solutions by delivering high-quality applications and services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and solve complex business challenges in a fa...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Transform your career by joining an agile team to develop innovative software solutions that address real business challenges, collaborating closely with stakeholders to ensure high-quality outcomes a...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with agile teams to deliver innovative solutions that address real business challenges. Drive high-quality software development while...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Join an agile team as a Senior Software Engineer, driving innovative solutions and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver high-quality software that addresses real business challenges in a fast-pa...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $210K *

Elevate software solutions by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, develop, and implement high-quality applications that address real business challenges in a fast-paced environment...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.