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 *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise production shipping by driving innovative strategies, enhancing multi-DC platforms, and ensuring customer success across diverse industries, while operating...

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Reposted 1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$112K - $130K *

Engineer innovative web applications and lead development teams to enhance software solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver high-quality products while mentoring developers and ensuring pr...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower our engineering teams by leading technical recruitment efforts. Dive deep into candidate sourcing, build strong pipelines, and enhance the hiring process while ensuring a positive candidate ex...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Medical Affairs by driving strategic client engagements and enhancing capabilities. This Director-level role balances client delivery and internal growth, focu...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$171K - $300K *

Take ownership of architecting and developing AI-driven backend solutions for Access Security, enhancing identity intelligence and risk detection while collaborating with cross-functional teams to del...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$104K - $166K *

Drive the development and execution of a comprehensive testing strategy, enhancing Agile practices and automation to improve quality outcomes across complex healthcare systems while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$127K - $133K *

Engineer scalable cloud platforms by automating processes and enhancing reliability. Collaborate with teams to streamline deployments and ensure secure, resilient infrastructure that meets evolving bu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Unlock your potential as a key contributor in a dynamic technical team, driving innovative reporting solutions and collaborating closely with business users and AI experts to enhance data visibility a...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $107K *

Drive the strategic implementation of advanced AI solutions in Higher Education, engaging with CIOs and CTOs to enhance IT infrastructure and governance. Leverage expertise to deliver impactful presen...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing strategic partnerships with executive clients, driving retention and revenue growth through consultative account management and business development in the digital banking...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Support product portfolio activities by leveraging technical expertise to enhance customer satisfaction, resolve challenges, and collaborate with cross-functional teams, driving effective solutions in...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $195K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise data architecture, ensuring scalable, secure access across systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver impactful data solutions that drive business val...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$162K - $207K *

Lead the charge in implementing and optimizing SAP Vistex solutions, translating business strategies into technical architecture while managing cross-functional teams and project deliverables for enha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $185K *

Champion partner growth by developing and executing multi-tiered GTM strategies, driving revenue expansion across the MSSP and MSP ecosystem while collaborating with sales to enhance market awareness...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $418K *

Drive impactful field intelligence strategies that enhance customer engagement and commercial effectiveness. Lead a high-performing team to translate brand objectives into actionable insights, fosteri...

East Hanover, NJRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion AI deployment by designing and implementing innovative solutions across multiple platforms. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer experiences while ensuring data governance and security...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $193K *

Engineer innovative Machine Learning and Generative AI solutions, enhancing enterprise applications by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and leveraging advanced ML techniques for impac...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced platforms that automate operations and enhance AI-driven interactions. This hands-on role combines technical leadership with coding, mentoring, and ensuring comp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in transforming employee onboarding processes through Workday, managing the entire project lifecycle from design to implementation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure al...

Boston, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in pioneering marketing analytics by managing client engagements, guiding a skilled team, and driving growth through strategic insights and innovative methodologies in data science...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $155K *

Unlock potential by enhancing cloud communication systems, optimizing architectures, and leading AI integrations. Thrive in a dynamic environment while mentoring teams and resolving complex issues acr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $186K *

Deliver trusted, governed product data by designing scalable ELT pipelines and analytics models. Collaborate across teams to ensure data quality and compliance, empowering stakeholders with self-servi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $208K *

Innovate the future of our enterprise SaaS platform by defining product strategy, driving customer value, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user experiences and achieve growth o...

Waterloo, ONRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team focused on transforming corporate learning. As a senior leader, you'll drive strategic initiatives, engage with top executives, and shape the future of wo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower enterprise clients by delivering strategic insights and solutions that enhance hiring processes. Drive growth through relationship management and data analysis, ensuring clients achieve measur...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.