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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$154K - $193K *

Lead the charge in driving successful organizational change initiatives for public sector transformation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure effective adoption of new systems and processes, enhan...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of IT operations by building support infrastructure, managing vendor relations, and ensuring seamless tech experiences across teams. Collaborate closely with security teams to maintain...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $117K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your expertise in structural engineering to ensure the integrity and safety of marine vessels. Collaborate with a dynamic team to support critical naval operations and e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $252K *

Unlock your potential by leading global technical support engineering, driving customer issue resolution, and enhancing service delivery across product lifecycles while collaborating with cross-functi...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$280K - $300K *

Pioneer innovative AI solutions in workforce management, leading product development from concept to deployment. Collaborate with engineers and executives to create impactful agentic products that enh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Manage multiple Corporate Performance Management projects, providing strategic guidance and ensuring timely deliverables. Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to coordinate tasks and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Innovate product management by leading the evolution of legacy and cloud solutions. Drive customer adoption, improve outcomes, and enhance user experience while collaborating with cross-functional tea...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive financial governance by tracking budgets, analyzing variances, and generating reports in a federal mission environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support e...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape KPA's demand generation strategy, driving measurable pipeline growth and revenue. Lead a lean team, collaborate across functions, and implement a scalable model that aligns marketing, sales, and...

Lafayette, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $123K *

Unlock potential by bridging business problems with AI solutions, designing and deploying impactful tools within 90-day sprints. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming healthcare data solutions. As a Senior Data Engineer, you'll enhance complex systems, collaborate across departments, and drive analytics to optimize finan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform project outcomes by leading the estimating team, ensuring accurate cost assessments, and identifying value engineering opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver comprehensive p...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$148K - $263K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing innovative ServiceNow solutions, enhancing system performance, and ensuring compliance with federal security frameworks while collaborating with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining data management by spearheading product innovation. Your insights will guide the development of user-centric software solutions, shaping the platform that empowers busine...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of data architecture by leading the design of scalable enterprise platforms using Microsoft Fabric and Azure technologies, while guiding engineering teams to implement innovative solu...

Georgia, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing Microsoft 365 & Unified Communications platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance organizational communi...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $166K *

Transform the future by leading complex projects that drive innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver business value while managing scope, schedule, and resources i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Explore opportunities to partner with engineers and stakeholders, translating technical discussions into actionable deliverables while supporting CI/CD initiatives and repository governance with a foc...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$116K - $150K *

Optimize SAP environments by leading migrations, ensuring system reliability, and implementing security measures. Contribute to project phases, from consulting to execution, while collaborating with d...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Lead the charge in building impactful software features that enhance educators' management of English Learner programs, taking ownership from design to operation in a full-stack environment utilizing...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$220K - $270K *

Shape the future of mapping technology by leading the design and deployment of advanced ML models. Drive innovation and cross-functional collaboration to ensure seamless integration and high-performan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $200K *

Unlock growth in Federal, Aerospace, and Defense sectors by managing strategic partnerships to enhance revenue and market presence. Collaborate across teams to drive pipeline and customer success with...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Innovate testing and automation systems to enhance software release confidence. Lead technical direction, integrate AI for efficiency, and ensure reliable verification processes while fostering collab...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading autonomous teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for U.S. defense operators, integrating AI fluency into development practices while fostering a cult...

Itasca, ILRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $225K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional services to State and Local Government accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance customer satisfaction, and support business development efforts while ma...

Pennsylvania, 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.