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Explore Technical Lead Jobs
Technical Leads combine hands-on engineering expertise with the ability to guide teams and drive complex projects forward. They help translate product goals into technical plans, make sound design decisions, and support engineers as they deliver reliable software and systems. Explore vetted Technical Lead opportunities on Ladders, where every listed role pays at least $100,000.
What Does a Technical Lead Do?
Responsibilities vary by organization and specialty, but Technical Leads commonly set technical direction, review designs and code, identify delivery risks, and coordinate work across engineering, product, and other teams. Many remain active contributors, balancing implementation with mentoring, planning, and problem-solving.
Skills and Experience for Technical Lead Roles
Employers often seek strong software development or engineering experience, sound system design judgment, and a record of delivering complex projects. Communication, collaboration, prioritization, and mentorship are also important. Specific qualifications depend on the role, such as experience with cloud platforms, data systems, security, or a particular programming language.
Technical Lead Salary and Career Opportunities
Technical Lead compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, specialization, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted jobs paying $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore senior opportunities that match your career goals. Technical Leads may grow into staff or principal engineering positions, engineering management, architecture, or broader technology leadership.
Find Your Next Technical Lead Job
Browse Technical Lead openings on Ladders to discover roles where you can shape engineering practices, mentor teammates, and influence products and platforms. Compare opportunities by responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to positions that fit your experience and aspirations.
Technical Lead Jobs
$110K - $130K *
Champion Agile excellence by leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Drive collaboration, enhance communication, and ensure timely project delivery while fostering a...
2 weeks ago
$120K - $145K *
Engage with cross-functional teams as a Lead Scrum Master, leveraging Agile methodologies to enhance product quality and ensure timely project delivery. Foster collaboration, coach team members, and d...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to optimize Agile processes, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality standards. Leverage your expertise to coach and facilitate collaboration, driving continuous i...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Transform embedded software solutions by leading a dynamic team to design, develop, and test advanced controls for Airborne Imaging systems, ensuring seamless integration and operational excellence ac...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Drive the design and development of embedded software systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance mission-critical applications and ensure robust integration and testing for advanced...
3 days ago
$118K - $168K *
Transform your career as a Lead Software Developer, enhancing product security, leading integration solutions, and driving platform migration while collaborating across diverse teams in a dynamic, mis...
Reposted 1 week ago
Application Development Technical Lead
$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
Senior AI transformation lead (East)
$160K - $200K *
Lead the charge in AI transformation for Fortune 100 accounts, driving strategic change and measurable P&L impact. Collaborate with C-suite executives to redefine business operations and scale AI adop...
2 weeks ago
Sr. Tech Lead - Application Development N 4D
$80K - $100K *
Elevate your career by leading the development of data processing applications using Spark and Scala. Collaborate with teams to design solutions, implement best practices, and ensure optimal performan...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $99K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of bot production. In this hands-on lead role, you'll drive daily operations, ensuring quality and efficiency while mentoring technicians and fostering a collabor...
1 week ago
Production Support Engineering Lead (opentext)
$140K - $160K *
Lead cross-functional teams to drive technology initiatives, ensuring operational stability and project delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business goals while...
1 week ago
Lead Specialist, Agile Business Analyst
$120K - $140K *
Drive transformative workflow design and process innovation, collaborating across teams to eliminate inefficiencies and implement AI-native solutions that enhance speed and quality in product delivery...
1 week ago
Senior Bridge Engineer/Team Lead
$95K - $115K *
Drive operational excellence by leading a production section, enhancing staff development, and ensuring quality control while collaborating on marketing strategies and project management...
Today
$80K - $95K *
Optimize product development by managing cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions on time and within budget. Oversee project lifecycles from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment...
Today
Senior AI transformation lead (Central)
$150K - $180K *
Lead the charge in AI transformation for Fortune 100 accounts, driving strategic change and measurable P&L impact. Collaborate with C-suite executives to redefine business operations and scale innovat...
2 weeks ago
Senior AI transformation lead (Central)
$150K - $180K *
Engage with Fortune 100 clients to drive AI transformation, shaping strategies that enhance operational efficiency and deliver measurable P&L impact. Collaborate with C-suite leaders to redefine busin...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Empower operational excellence by leading building systems maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and enhancing tenant comfort through hands-on technical expertise in high-rise enviro...
1 week ago
Senior Developer - QIS Technology
$170K - $230K *
Join a team that drives engineering excellence through technical leadership, innovation, and collaborative efforts. Lead teams in delivering high-quality software solutions while fostering professiona...
Reposted 1 week ago
Application Engineering Technical Lead - II
$120K - $145K *
Transform technology strategy by leading full-stack solutions and scalable integrations. Drive best practices, mentor teams, and ensure compliance while collaborating with stakeholders to enhance user...
6 days ago
Application Engineering Technical Lead - II
$120K - $145K *
Advance technology strategy by leading full-stack solutions and backend integration. Drive engineering best practices while collaborating with teams to deliver scalable, user-centric applications acro...
6 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Elevate team performance by leading architectural deliverables, managing workflows, and ensuring high-quality execution. Drive innovation and streamline processes while maintaining standards across al...
4 weeks ago
$158K - $295K *
Unlock innovative solutions by leading technical teams to develop user-focused products. Drive AI strategy, foster continuous learning, and ensure technical governance while solving complex challenges...
2 weeks ago
$158K - $295K *
Elevate your career by leading the development of innovative AI-driven tax and accounting solutions. Drive technical direction, mentor engineers, and shape the future of scalable, resilient software e...
2 weeks ago
$130K - $160K *
Shape the future of data engineering by leading a talented team to design and optimize enterprise-grade data platforms, ensuring high performance and reliability while mentoring engineers and driving...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engage your expertise to lead complex HL7 integrations across healthcare systems, enhancing interoperability and data-sharing capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure successful implement...
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a Technical Lead?
A Technical Lead is an experienced technical professional who guides engineering work, helps make design decisions, and supports a team in delivering projects. The role is often hands-on, though the balance between coding and leadership varies by employer.
What does a Technical Lead do?
Technical Leads may define implementation approaches, review code and system designs, coordinate technical work, resolve complex issues, mentor engineers, and partner with product or business teams to deliver project goals.
What qualifications are common for Technical Lead jobs?
Employers commonly look for substantial engineering experience, strong problem-solving and system design skills, and a history of delivering complex work. Leadership, communication, and mentoring abilities are also valuable; specific requirements depend on the role.
How much do Technical Lead jobs pay?
Pay varies by location, industry, company, specialization, and role scope. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including qualifying Technical Lead opportunities.
What career paths can follow a Technical Lead role?
Technical Leads may advance to staff or principal engineer roles, software or solution architect positions, engineering management, or broader technology leadership, depending on their interests and experience.