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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$120K - $145K *

Elevate operational excellence by collaborating with a dynamic team to design, develop, and support front-end services for government tools, delivering effective solutions that align with mission-crit...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $160K *

Pioneer innovative deployment patterns and tooling for secure, efficient application delivery. Collaborate across teams to enhance developer experience and drive AI adoption, ensuring reliable operati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Engineer innovative solutions across enterprise applications, leading architecture and technical discussions. Collaborate with stakeholders to design secure, scalable systems that enhance business ope...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Drive global IT leadership by establishing a secure, scalable technology environment. Shape data and AI strategies, build and lead an internal IT team, and collaborate with executives to advance organ...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $170K *

Lead and innovate within Finance SAP projects, collaborating across teams to ensure successful alignment with strategic objectives. Drive governance, manage risks, and oversee project performance in a...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing software quality through automation. The ideal candidate will drive testing initiatives for cloud applications, utilizing skills in C#, automation frameworks, a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $175K *

Transform the architectural landscape of scalable SaaS platforms for government agencies. Lead technology selection, mentor teams, and ensure compliance while driving innovation and performance across...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Architect scalable SaaS solutions for government agencies, guiding teams through complex challenges while ensuring compliance and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders to shape technical directio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's engineering innovative software solutions for Law Enforcement and First Responders, developing multifunctional applications within an Agile framework to enhance global situational a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading teams in the Agile delivery of robust software solutions. Utilize your expertise in J2EE, API development, and database management to drive innovation, mento...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software engineering by leading development efforts to deliver high-quality solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and crea...

Dallas, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$183K - $228K *

Join a team that's redefining developer experience by building innovative SDKs and APIs for third-party integrators. Collaborate across functions to deliver impactful solutions that enhance integratio...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at a leading federal technology firm by strategically guiding a portfolio of cloud and software development programs, ensuring optimal performance and fostering key customer relati...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI innovation by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality AI solutions. Manage multiple initiatives, ensuring adherence to governance and achievin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $230K *

Shape the future of defense cybersecurity by providing expert technical oversight and strategic guidance to government leaders, ensuring resilient capabilities against advanced cyber threats through i...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our innovative team to develop advanced simulation software for air traffic control, enhancing training and operational capabilities. Collaborate with experts and contribute to safer aviation thr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$145K - $209K *

Take ownership of architecting secure, scalable Google Cloud infrastructure. Lead cross-functional initiatives and enhance deployment quality by leveraging Terraform and Ansible to automate cloud oper...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative DevSecOps solutions, ensuring high availability and security while driving automation and operational e...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $175K *

Champion innovative AI solutions while leading full-stack development, mentoring talent, and shaping product vision. Collaborate across teams to deliver high-performance applications that transform sa...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in integrated planning and execution, driving technical alignment across diverse teams to deliver cohesive, measurable program outcomes. Ensure effective risk management and execution...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $220K *

Empower developers as you lead a small team building tools, APIs, and integrations for a platform that enhances creator engagement. Balance hands-on engineering and management while driving technical...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Shape comprehensive strategies as you manage complex logistics and network security projects, ensuring efficient operations and integration of tactical systems for mission success...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K *

Join a team that's redefining cloud infrastructure by designing and implementing robust Kubernetes platforms. Leverage your expertise in Azure and DevOps to drive innovation and operational excellence...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Engineer scalable software solutions that enhance mission-critical systems. Lead technical teams in developing complex applications using best practices in security and performance while ensuring qual...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive high-performance software solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, enhancing complex systems and leading technical development. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality, scalability, and securit...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.