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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$135K - $180K *

Drive the design and deployment of AI solutions and data products, leading the development of scalable, secure architectures and data pipelines to enhance AI capabilities across the Virtual Twin ecosy...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Elevate your career by designing and building robust distributed systems. Tackle complex challenges in a hands-on role, ensuring reliability and scalability while mentoring engineers and driving archi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $240K *

Transform the future of distributed systems by designing and building robust platform components. Collaborate with teams to ensure reliability and scalability in mission-critical environments, driving...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $180K *

Drive innovation as a senior software engineer creating full stack solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally, refactor legacy components, and leverage AI tools to enhance platform capabilities in a fa...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by managing a dynamic team across the Americas, overseeing the entire customer lifecycle, and driving engagement initiatives to enhance satisfaction and value realization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower customer success by leading a dynamic team across the Americas, enhancing client relationships, driving product adoption, and championing customer feedback to influence strategic direction and...

Dallas, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of complex airborne system integration projects, ensuring technical development aligns with cost and schedule requirements. Lead cross-functional teams, manage risks, and serve...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading technical planning and execution for complex programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure adherence to engineering processes and manage risks while serving...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$108K - $130K *

Join us to lead technical planning and execution for complex programs, ensuring adherence to engineering processes and managing risks. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and serve as the primary...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $236K *

Lead the charge in engineering project management, ensuring successful delivery of Space & Intel programs. Oversee technical, cost, and schedule aspects while fostering team collaboration and addressi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive complex airborne system integration projects, ensuring technical, cost, and schedule requirements are met while engaging with customers and stakeholders throughout...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $236K *

Advance project execution by leading engineering teams, managing costs, schedules, and technical performance. Collaborate across functions to ensure successful program delivery while communicating eff...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $236K *

Lead the charge in executing complex projects, driving operational success, and collaborating across teams to meet technical and financial goals. This role demands strategic oversight and effective co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $194K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering large-scale bus maintenance facilities, ensuring technical excellence and operational efficiency while coordinating complex building systems and stakeholder...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$120K - $180K *

Manage government projects by overseeing design phases, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with federal specifications while mentoring staff and driving design quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Empower your career by designing and developing innovative applications that drive organizational success. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure software solutions while...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of smart transportation by leading product security initiatives. You'll safeguard our platforms and devices, ensuring robust security practices and driving risk m...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Help us empower teams by coaching on Agile practices and ensuring effective sprint delivery. You'll facilitate Scrum ceremonies, assess performance metrics, and collaborate across stakeholders to driv...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Drive the design and implementation of low-latency trading systems, collaborating with strategy teams to enhance software for market connectivity and execution, while ensuring optimal performance and...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by managing API, Web, and Mobile teams, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with product goals while driving technical ownership and fostering team grow...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform the secured lending origination platform as a Principal Software Engineer. Lead architectural direction, enhance engineering standards, and leverage AI to optimize workflows while ensuring c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team as a Principal Software Engineer, leading the architectural vision for a cutting-edge loan origination platform. Drive innovation with AI, enhance system resilience, and mentor eng...

North York, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Advance your career by leading a dynamic team in managing web and SharePoint solutions, ensuring high-quality support for public and secure collaboration platforms while driving innovation in content...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Engineer innovative solutions in the HLA/Immunogenetics Laboratory, providing leadership and technical expertise. Oversee testing procedures, ensure compliance, and mentor staff while maintaining high...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$177K - $265K *

Empower your career by supporting systems engineering efforts, ensuring compliance and integrity in processes. Collaborate with leadership to drive successful program milestones and foster a high-perf...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.