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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
Senior Technical Lead - Program Standards & Knowledge Management
$125K - $150K *
Optimize program execution by providing technical leadership and structure across multiple stakeholders in a regulated life sciences environment. Develop playbooks, manage knowledge repositories, and...
3 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by leading the development of innovative back-end solutions. Drive project success through collaboration, mentorship, and technical expertise in .NE...
1 week ago
$80K - $85K *
Elevate the planning master data framework to enhance supply chain efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data accuracy and compliance, driving continuous improvement in inventory manage...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $85K *
Elevate the planning master data framework to enhance supply chain efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure data accuracy and compliance, driving continuous improvement in inventory manage...
2 weeks ago
Lead Engineer - Target.com Web Enablement
$132K - $238K *
Drive innovation as a Lead Engineer, shaping scalable digital platforms and tools. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and efficiency, while guiding architectural strategies and best practic...
2 weeks ago
Development Lead (Development Integration & Platform Engineering)
$109K - $143K *
Champion the design and delivery of enterprise integration solutions, leading technical teams in MuleSoft, Java, and CI/CD automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secur...
3 days ago
$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 3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Contribute to innovative digital design projects by leading discipline-specific modeling, mentoring staff, and ensuring high-quality BIM outputs. Shape the future of design through advanced software s...
4 days ago
Chapter Lead, Data Engineering
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in developing high-quality data engineering solutions while fostering team growth and collaboration. Drive architectural strategies and best practices to enhance data quality and acces...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of data analytics by designing and optimizing Power BI dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights, leveraging AI and advanced technol...
3 weeks ago
$120K - $150K *
Champion data innovation by leading a skilled engineering team to enhance our enterprise data platform. Drive architectural excellence and streamline processes across Azure and Microsoft Fabric, ensur...
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Lead Specialist, Solution Architect
$150K - $160K *
Design innovative solutions for a secure online proctored testing platform, guiding engineering teams in modernizing architecture and ensuring scalable, reliable delivery while enhancing candidate and...
2 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Lead and empower a high-performing DevOps team to drive infrastructure automation, CI/CD excellence, and AI adoption, enhancing operational reliability and scalability across cloud environments while...
2 weeks ago
Design Lead/Architect, Manhattan Active Order Management
$110K - $130K *
Transform complex operational needs into scalable solutions on a global platform. Lead functional design and governance for Manhattan Active Order Management, ensuring alignment with business requirem...
4 days ago
$137K - $189K *
Champion customer success by leading a technical support team, driving operational excellence, and resolving complex issues. Engage with stakeholders to enhance service quality and foster a culture of...
2 weeks ago
$122K - $162K *
Lead large-scale technology integration initiatives, driving enterprise systems integration, data migration, and operational readiness to support mergers and acquisitions while ensuring alignment with...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $242K *
Accelerate progress at large-scale technology integrations, leading M&A initiatives and enterprise transformations. Drive systems integration, data migration, and operational readiness while influenci...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $120K *
Empower your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on growth, performance, and technical excellence. Drive project success while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous imp...
3 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on growth, performance, and technical excellence. Drive project success while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous...
4 days ago
$90K - $120K *
Accelerate progress at a leading engineering firm by building and guiding a high-performing team. Focus on leadership, recruitment, and technical oversight while managing projects and fostering a cult...
4 days ago
$100K - $120K *
Lead and mentor teams on diverse control system projects, ensuring successful execution and customer satisfaction. Drive project completion while adhering to budget and schedule, fostering a collabora...
4 days ago
$90K - $125K *
Lead the charge in diverse control system projects, overseeing tasks and teams while ensuring successful project completion. Collaborate with stakeholders and provide engineering support, driving qual...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead diverse control system projects, guiding teams and ensuring successful execution. Provide engineering support, manage project tasks, and foster customer relationships while adhering to quality st...
4 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in engineering excellence within a dynamic Injection Molding Center of Excellence, driving process development, product launches, and continuous improvement in medical device manufactu...
3 days ago
$90K - $115K *
Lead a dynamic team of developers to design and implement innovative software solutions that enhance manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency and scalability while mentoring team members and coll...
3 weeks ago
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.