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 software development by leading a team to enhance build, test, and release processes. Drive internal tooling and developer experience while collaborating across teams to streamline workflows...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $135K *

Transform the future of software engineering by leading DevSecOps initiatives, driving modernization, and mentoring teams to deliver secure, high-quality solutions in a dynamic government environment...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $154K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of application development, leading secure software design and delivery across diverse systems. Shape technical direction and enhance deployment efficiency through...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $167K *

Drive impactful SAP BRIM projects by leading cross-functional teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project alignment with business goals. Foster innovation and quality while optimizing r...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $167K *

Lead impactful SAP BRIM projects by defining objectives, managing resources, and fostering client relationships. Drive project governance and enhance delivery through innovative methodologies while en...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of project delivery by leading complex ERP initiatives, coordinating with stakeholders, and driving innovative methodologies to enhance outcomes while managing resources and client re...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful ERP projects by defining objectives, coordinating teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive innovation and quality while managing resources and budgets f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful ERP projects by defining objectives, coordinating teams, and fostering client relationships. Drive innovation and quality while managing resources and risks to...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive impactful project delivery by defining objectives, coordinating teams, and managing client relationships. Elevate project outcomes through innovative methodologies and proactive risk management...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving impactful ERP projects, aligning objectives with business goals. Lead cross-functional collaboration, manage risks, and optimize resources to enhance project delivery and st...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of genetic knowledge management by developing advanced data solutions and enhancing clinical diagnostic workflows in a collaborative environment...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $250K *

Elevate your career by leading key initiatives, architecting scalable services, and designing data-intensive applications in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive inn...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engineer the future of software testing by ensuring quality and compliance in critical government systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate user interfaces and backend processes, en...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of software products by leading an Agile engineering team. Drive technical direction, ensure quality, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver hi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$186K - $285K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality and drive the implementation of engineering standards, artificial intelligence workflows, and scalable solutions within the Issuer S...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$186K - $285K *

Champion engineering excellence by defining standards and driving adoption of innovative practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software quality, implement AI workflows, and mai...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $208K *

Join a team that's driving quality excellence in cloud-native and AI platforms. Lead QA efforts, mentor engineers, and ensure high standards in test automation and AI testing while collaborating with...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $208K *

Lead the charge in driving quality engineering excellence across cloud-native and AI platforms. Mentor teams, own delivery, and balance hands-on coding with strategic oversight to ensure top-notch qua...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $237K *

Lead the charge in driving data engineering and analytics initiatives, serving as the Technical Team Lead. Ensure the reliability of critical platforms through effective system design, integration, an...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$113K - $237K *

Drive mission success by leading the MI team in data engineering and analytics. Ensure the reliability and quality of a critical business intelligence platform while mentoring junior engineers and fos...

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering innovative technology solutions while mentoring a team of developers to enhance productivity and ensure high-quality standards across the software developme...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$137K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology solutions by leading teams in the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software. Drive innovation and enhance processes to meet developmental schedules and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $154K *

Join a team that drives technology solutions through innovative software design and development. Lead project initiatives, mentor junior developers, and ensure high-quality delivery aligned with busin...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining technology solutions by providing expert leadership in software development, guiding projects from design to delivery while ensuring alignment with business objectives an...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $154K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in technology solutions through leadership in application design and development. Play a key role in delivering high-quality software while mentoring junior profe...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 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.