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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$175K - $185K *

Drive cutting-edge developments by integrating data streams and deploying scalable AI applications in an agile environment, ensuring security and efficiency through modern DevSecOps practices, with co...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the development and certification of advanced software systems for Navy combat applications, ensuring cybersecurity and integration across multiple platforms while managing testing and deployment...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$98K - $140K *

Join a team that's redefining software solutions by designing impactful systems that solve business challenges. Utilize your programming skills and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $234K *

Shape the future of high-throughput data pipelines and architecture by leading cross-team initiatives to enhance performance, reliability, and security in advanced distributed systems, fostering colla...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$169K - $254K *

Champion the delivery of complex technical programs across multiple teams, driving execution from kickoff to launch. Build strong relationships with engineering and product partners to ensure successf...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $208K *

Shape the future of collaboration technology by leading multi-site deployment initiatives. Drive alignment, manage risks, and ensure operational readiness across global programs while engaging with se...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $149K *

Drive innovation in software engineering by designing and delivering scalable solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance technical practices and mentor peers, ensuring high-quality...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead and inspire a high-performing team to validate IoT and computer vision products, ensuring quality and reliability through strategic testing and integration across hardware, software, and cloud en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in validating IoT and computer vision products, overseeing cross-functional teams and complex validation programs to ensure product quality and performance across hardware, software, a...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by leading validation efforts for cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive technical excellence and team performance while ensuring product reliability and quality ac...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead a high-performing team to validate IoT and computer vision products, ensuring quality and reliability through strategic testing and integration. Collaborate with global teams to drive innovation...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the validation of IoT and computer vision products by leading a high-performing team, defining strategies, and ensuring quality across hardware, software, and cloud integrations to drive prod...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Join us to lead a high-performing team in validating cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive validation strategies, ensure system integration, and enhance product quality while mentoring...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in validating cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive team performance and ensure product quality through strategic testing and integration, while collaborating with globa...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in validating cutting-edge IoT and computer vision products. Drive team performance and ensure product quality through strategic testing and integration across hardware, software, and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading validation of IoT and computer vision products. Drive innovation through strategic testing, team leadership, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure p...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion global hiring strategies across Engineering, Product, and Design. Lead Talent leaders to enhance recruitment quality and efficiency, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a coh...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Champion your career by leading software development teams to deliver innovative Supply Chain Finance solutions. Drive engineering excellence, manage client-funded enhancements, and ensure scalable, s...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Drive technical leadership and innovation within a collaborative product team, guiding engineering practices and enhancing software quality while ensuring alignment with customer needs and operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform the future of automotive safety by leading product development for restraint systems. Oversee project timelines, manage supplier deliverables, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of vehicle closures by leading innovative design and development of handles, locks, and mechanisms for automotive applications, ensuring compliance with regulations and quality standa...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Join us as a Project Quality Lead, where you'll ensure project compliance, enhance quality standards, and drive continuous improvement through site support and effective collaboration across teams. El...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$70K - $110K *

Partner with us to design and develop innovative embedded software for vehicle functions using C/C++. Collaborate in a dynamic team to deliver quality solutions while ensuring effective integration an...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $211K *

Unlock potential by driving subsystem-level validation for cutting-edge AI frameworks. Collaborate with engineers to define test strategies, develop automated tests, and ensure quality from inception...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative network automation systems using Go and Python. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance infrastructure efficiency through scalable, high-performance soft...

4 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.