Technology Lead Jobs

Explore Technology Lead jobs for experienced professionals ready to guide technical teams, shape technology strategy, and deliver complex initiatives. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, including leadership roles across software engineering, IT, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, and enterprise architecture.

What Does a Technology Lead Do?

Technology Leads connect business priorities with technical execution. Depending on the organization, they may lead engineers, set technical standards, oversee system design, coordinate delivery, and partner with product, operations, and executive stakeholders. The role can combine hands-on technical work with team leadership and cross-functional decision-making.

Common Technology Lead Responsibilities

  • Guide the design, development, and maintenance of technology platforms and products.
  • Set architecture, quality, security, and engineering practices for a team or program.
  • Translate business needs into technical roadmaps, requirements, and delivery plans.
  • Mentor technical professionals and coordinate work across teams.
  • Assess technology risks, improve system performance, and support reliable operations.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for deep experience in a technical specialty, a record of delivering complex projects, and the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and nontechnical partners. Relevant skills may include software development, cloud platforms, systems architecture, data engineering, cybersecurity, agile delivery, technical planning, and people leadership. Requirements vary by industry and the scope of the role.

Find Technology Lead Opportunities on Ladders

Browse Technology Lead openings and related senior technology roles on Ladders. Compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation details to find opportunities aligned with your expertise and leadership goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

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$150K - $180K *

Drive the technical design and delivery of innovative AI agent solutions, leading a team to ensure operational readiness and quality. Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and guide eng...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$147K - $274K *

Develop advanced document understanding systems to enhance legal content processing. Collaborate across teams to design, deploy, and evaluate models that drive measurable impact in legal, tax, and acc...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$255K - $290K *

Drive the technical vision for a complex database platform, ensuring scalability and performance. Lead architecture decisions, mentor engineers, and collaborate across teams to enhance data infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $149K *

Drive security excellence by enhancing data protection and detection capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement DLP policies, automate processes, and ensure enterprise systems...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform AI infrastructure by designing and maintaining production-grade systems across multiple cloud providers. Engage in hands-on architecture decisions, ensuring reliability, security, and automa...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $206K *

Transform global sourcing strategies for commodities, driving value through innovative procurement projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize costs, manage supplier relationships, a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful marketing strategies by transforming complex data into actionable insights, collaborating with senior stakeholders, and leading analytical projects from start to finish, all while fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$157K - $212K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust threat intelligence program, analyzing adversary tactics, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance security measures and protect sensitive data...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $190K *

Lead the execution and optimization of paid search campaigns, driving student enrollment and product adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and manage agency relationships to achieve superi...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $194K *

Lead the charge in transforming supply chain advisory by guiding top executives, enhancing strategic initiatives, and fostering impactful relationships to drive operational excellence and client satis...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$66K - $102K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior SAP FICO Consultant, driving impactful solutions and collaborating with teams to enhance financial processes. Leverage your expertise to deliver value in a dynamic co...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $207K *

Lead the design and development of innovative software solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality applications. Drive technical excellence and mentor engineers while...

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3 weeks ago

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

$94K - $157K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Software Developer, designing and integrating critical applications for national security. Collaborate cross-functionally while leveraging your expertise in software...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $175K *

Empower engineering teams to enhance assessment services through leadership, technical expertise, and responsible AI adoption. Drive team performance and customer outcomes across diverse product areas...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by developing and optimizing machine learning models, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive data-driven solutions and enhance predictive analytics in a dynamic, Agile...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of complex software solutions, providing technical leadership and mentorship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system architecture and ensure high...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of complex software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical decisions and mentor engineers, ensuring scalable...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$72K - $109K *

Lead and optimize global IT infrastructure management by collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ensure efficient design, deployment, and operations of ICT spaces to maintain high standards in data...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $117K *

Champion software quality by analyzing healthcare data, developing test cases, and executing both manual and automated tests. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with clinical...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Empower a healthcare association by leading strategic initiatives, fostering partnerships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance program excellence and ensure effective...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Transform software delivery by architecting a secure, automated platform that empowers development teams to ship compliant code effortlessly. Collaborate across systems to ensure operational readiness...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $100K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team of developers to deliver high-quality software solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving strategic project initiatives while fostering a cultur...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$75K - $90K *

Transform client experiences by delivering AI-driven IT solutions, resolving technical issues, and enhancing service delivery. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless onboarding and proactive suppor...

New Hampshire, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $240K *

Drive cross-domain visibility and coordination in a dynamic engineering environment. As the sole TPM, you'll ensure programs are on track, dependencies are mapped, and automation enhances efficiency a...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead the modernization of HPC infrastructure, enhancing simulation-driven product development and optimizing engineering productivity across diverse environments and accounts...

Georgia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Technology Lead?question toggle

    A Technology Lead is a senior technical professional who guides technology decisions and delivery for a team, product, or initiative. The role may include architecture, project coordination, mentoring, and hands-on technical work.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Technology Lead jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial experience in a relevant technical field, a history of delivering complex projects, strong communication skills, and the ability to guide teams. Some roles also require specialized platform, industry, or people-management experience.

  • What industries hire Technology Leads?question toggle

    Technology Leads work across industries such as software, financial services, healthcare, retail, manufacturing, telecommunications, and consulting. Organizations hire them to lead engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data, and enterprise technology initiatives.

  • Do Technology Lead jobs involve people management?question toggle

    Some Technology Lead roles include direct reports and performance management, while others focus on technical leadership, mentoring, and coordination without formal people-management duties. Review each job description for the specific scope.

  • What salary range can I find for Technology Lead jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Actual compensation for Technology Lead positions varies based on location, industry, experience, and role responsibilities.