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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$110K - $130K *

Champion high-level software testing solutions, ensuring quality and compliance through meticulous test planning, execution, and documentation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improve...

Texas, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in transforming measurement experiences by integrating retailer data into a unified reporting platform. Collaborate with partners to enhance data flow and deliver actionable insights f...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $133K *

Elevate your career by managing vulnerability remediation in cloud environments. Collaborate with technical teams to analyze security risks, prioritize vulnerabilities, and implement effective solutio...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $120K *

Unlock potential by optimizing commercial processes through AI and analytics. Collaborate with teams to enhance efficiency, forecasting, and decision-making, driving impactful business outcomes across...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$86K - $138K *

Transform documentation practices by leading accessibility initiatives, ensuring compliance with federal standards, and mentoring a team of writers to enhance the quality and efficiency of deliverable...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$203K - $366K *

Innovate and lead a high-performing software development team to deliver scalable enterprise Time and Pay solutions. Collaborate with HR and Finance to drive strategy and enhance operational efficienc...

Cambridge, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive successful project delivery in the Telco services sector by managing complex initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring alignment with business goals while maintaining timelines...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Salesforce solutions, driving process improvements and operational excellence. Contribute hands-on to configuration, data management, and user adopti...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage in advanced security operations as a Senior Security Analyst, leading incident response, enhancing detection capabilities, and driving process improvements to protect critical assets in a dynam...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$115K - $151K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team focused on AI tool administration and governance. Collaborate across departments to enhance system connectivity and process automation while ensuring data privacy...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$300K - $500K *

Champion innovation by architecting and developing high-performance, real-time trading web apps. Leverage your expertise to enhance user experience and drive product evolution in a dynamic, collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $200K *

Transform backend systems by leveraging Java and Kotlin to enhance patch management capabilities for millions of endpoints. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, high-quality so...

Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive successful Oracle project implementations by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery within budget, and fostering collaboration in an Agile environment. Utilize strong problem...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $181K *

Transform your career by leading the strategy and execution of service orchestration capabilities, driving integration and automation for enterprise services while collaborating with cross-functional...

Illinois, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$163K - $203K *

Shape the future of defense infrastructure by leading technical engagements and ensuring successful project execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions that meet mission-c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the development and execution of automated tests for integration and performance, ensuring quality and reliability in software delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance testin...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Explore the dynamic role of a Program Manager, overseeing end-to-end data collection programs. Drive operational excellence, client satisfaction, and strategic execution in a fast-paced environment, e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $158K *

Transform the Property Intelligence platform by connecting customer needs with product insights. Collaborate across teams to enhance product adoption and engagement through analytics and feedback, dri...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$95K - $115K *

Lead transformative change management initiatives, ensuring effective user adoption and stakeholder engagement for MSP implementations. Collaborate with clients to design training and communication st...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$97K - $133K *

Lead the evolution of transaction systems by bridging business and tech. Drive product backlog, prioritize features, and enhance user experience through strategic partnerships and Agile methodologies...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of avionics sales by leading business development efforts, engaging military and commercial aerospace customers, and driving strategic growth in the Americas through innovative test s...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$136K - $160K *

Drive transformation by partnering with architecture and engineering firms to enhance workflows through AI-enabled solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to redefine processes, ensuring operational...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $196K *

Shape the future of lending as a Senior Software Engineer, leading frontend and full-stack projects. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance borrower experiences using React and TypeScript...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Advance molecular design and drug discovery by leveraging computational chemistry and AI/ML technologies. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop innovative models and workflows that enhan...

San Diego, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate organizational impact by driving strategic initiatives and fostering cross-functional alignment. Collaborate with global teams to ensure seamless execution of key projects while enhancing comp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.