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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$115K - $192K *

Engineer trusted, reusable data products by transforming architectural designs and business requirements into production-grade solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead strategic product initiatives in advanced surgical technologies, driving development and commercialization efforts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance orthopedic outcomes and proc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure web applications. Leverage your full-stack development skills to build scalable solutions in a collaborative Agile environment, tackling complex challen...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $266K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI solutions by developing scalable, innovative applications within the Salesforce ecosystem. Collaborate with clients to deliver strategic initiatives and exp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative AI solutions by developing scalable applications and architectures within the Salesforce ecosystem. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver impactful, intelligent experiences...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $231K *

Drive offensive security initiatives by leading penetration testing and red-team efforts. Own complex technical engagements, ensuring robust assessments and impactful remediation strategies for federa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in architecting and delivering scalable AI solutions in a regulated healthcare environment, collaborating across teams to drive innovation and ensure responsible AI practices while opt...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $158K *

Drive strategies to enhance customer engagement and retention for pharmacy services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize member experiences, increase auto-refill adoption, and boost pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $195K *

Take ownership of high-value equipment procurement transactions, leading cross-functional teams to negotiate and execute contracts for solar, wind, and gas generation projects, ensuring alignment with...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$229K - $267K *

Innovate the consumer digital experience by leading a cross-functional team to enhance our website, mobile app, and web portal. Define a multi-year vision, prioritize initiatives, and drive engagement...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $270K *

Oversee the strategy and development of data products, driving market execution and collaboration across teams to enhance audience targeting and measurement capabilities for agencies and brands...

Columbia, MDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $160K *

Transform data center solutions strategy and drive growth across global initiatives, enhancing partnerships and revenue. Engage with executive clients and elevate pre-sales efforts to set the stage fo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Elevate your career by leading IT systems integration for a Navy Shore Datacenter. Collaborate with mission owners and engineering teams to streamline onboarding and ensure seamless transitions while...

Virginia, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $352K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise AI by building scalable, LLM-enabled applications. Collaborate with customers to deliver impactful solutions, codify reusable assets, and shape the future of A...

Santa Clara, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive AI transformation by mapping current processes and designing future-state models across G&A functions. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and enhance operational...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of technical customer engagements, troubleshooting software issues, and enhancing product reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer success and inform produ...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $198K *

Lead the charge in building AI platform capabilities that power next-gen experiences, enabling teams to create scalable systems and multi-step workflows. Collaborate with engineers to develop reliable...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Data Solutions landscape by leading product strategy, driving API integrations, and enhancing partner capabilities to maximize G2 data's market impact and customer value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...

Herndon, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $232K *

Drive innovation and excellence in electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data center infrastructure and mentor junior...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $215K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of cyber investigations, leading a skilled pod to combat AI misuse. Drive complex attribution, mentor investigators, and enhance automated detection models while en...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$215K - $235K *

Innovate security architecture and engineering solutions to enhance our brokerage platform. Lead complex initiatives, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance while securing AWS, Kubernetes, and corpor...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$135K - $150K *

Unlock potential by overseeing project operations and client relationships, driving growth through strategic partnerships and best practices. Lead teams to achieve business goals while ensuring high s...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.