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.

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$162K - $201K *

Pioneer innovative banking technology solutions by leading architecture, design, and implementation efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure systems that meet busin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $177K *

Lead the charge in enterprise Linux engineering, overseeing design, reliability, and support for Linux systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure optimal performance and security while mentoring juni...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful change by leading cross-functional projects, connecting teams, and ensuring alignment across business systems and vendor partnerships. Your expertise will transform complexity into coo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead and expand forward deployed engineering and solutions architecture globally, ensuring seamless integration and reliability of services while managing a diverse team and driving strategic initiati...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower a dynamic team as you lead digital delivery efforts, ensuring technical excellence across diverse projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance project outcomes and drive innovation in em...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex software deployments, ensuring seamless transitions from sales to operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize project delivery and enhance custo...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform the software development landscape by leading a talented team of engineers, embracing AI-assisted tools, and driving continuous improvement to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions for...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by collaborating with stakeholders to define and design complex technical solutions. Drive initiatives across multiple systems and technologies, ensuring alignment between business ne...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform business needs into technical solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, driving design, and ensuring successful delivery across diverse initiatives. Engage in the full lifecycle from dis...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $163K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of database management by architecting and administering diverse database environments, ensuring optimal performance and security for mission-critical application...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $163K *

Transform database environments by leading architecture and administration efforts across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance and performance for mission-critical applications in a dynamic, remote...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Senior Software Engineer, collaborating with a seasoned team to tackle complex challenges. Drive product development in a fully remote environment, focusing on user n...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $217K *

Lead the charge in modernizing middle-office applications to AWS, leveraging AI for enhanced delivery. Drive engineering excellence, manage teams, and ensure quality standards while navigating complex...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $217K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading a modernization initiative for middle-office applications on AWS. Drive AI-augmented delivery, ensuring quality and compliance while building a skilled cloud...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $171K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of ground systems software. Oversee a dynamic group of engineers, manage critical software processes, and collaborate with various teams to drive mission success...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $160K *

Take ownership of enterprise-scale application development, providing technical leadership and guiding a team to innovate secure, scalable payment solutions using Java, Spring Boot, and AWS technologi...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead the future of instructor support by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with Army standards, and coordinating training delivery for the 14G program while fostering a high-performing...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the 14G instructor program, ensuring compliance with Army standards while coordinating operations and supervising instructors to deliver high-quality training and support...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in the 14G instructor program, ensuring compliance with Army standards while coordinating operations and supporting quality assurance efforts for effectiv...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee daily operations and instructor support for the 14G training program, ensuring compliance with Army standards and facilitating effective training delivery...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the DevSecOps and cloud delivery strategy, overseeing CI/CD, infrastructure as code, and automated security controls to enhance deployment reliability and operational efficiency across teams...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by leading impactful SaaS implementations, driving client success and adoption. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget, while enh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$240K - $295K *

Lead the Applied Science platform sub-team to build and support advanced physics simulations, AI/ML models, and geospatial systems. Drive technical direction, manage projects, and ensure reliable, sca...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of full-stack software solutions, guiding a team to deliver high-quality production systems while leveraging AI tools and fostering collaboration across departments to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Advance your career by leading innovative software development projects, driving full-stack solutions, and enhancing system integrations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure high reliabi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Technical Lead?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.