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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$161K - $190K *

Drive strategic initiatives across diverse real estate portfolios, ensuring client satisfaction and innovative solutions. Lead teams in delivering excellence while managing complex relationships and f...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $140K *

Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients, nurturing relationships, and driving revenue growth through collaboration and innovative proposals. Engage with teams to fost...

Sacramento, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $150K *

Join a team that's transforming construction project management through technology. Leverage your industry expertise to guide customers in adopting Autodesk solutions, enhancing workflows, and driving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $125K *

Lead the development of innovative Android applications using AI tools to enhance user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software while maintaining ownership...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $125K *

Unlock your potential as an AI-first Software Engineer, driving innovation in mobile marketplace experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product quality and efficiency while le...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$63K - $111K *

Elevate project execution by supporting engineering and construction teams in delivering complex industrial infrastructure projects through technical coordination and quality assurance activities...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive demand and pipeline growth for SaaS solutions in the laundry sector. Lead marketing campaigns, enhance customer experience, and optimize strategies to boost revenue and retention while collabora...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $145K *

Oversee strategic marketing initiatives to enhance brand visibility and engagement. Collaborate across teams to execute campaigns, manage events, and promote thought leadership, driving growth and awa...

Rockville, MDRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion project management excellence to boost organizational efficiency and client satisfaction. Guide and develop teams while liaising with sponsors and vendors to ensure project success. Lead init...

Kentucky, USRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Elevate data engineering capabilities by designing robust ETL/ELT workflows, ensuring data quality, and implementing scalable solutions on AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to optimize perfor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$176K - $226K *

Deliver robust storage and virtual infrastructure solutions, ensuring secure and reliable operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and maintain systems, enhancing mission-cr...

Annapolis, MDRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in innovative software development, collaborating with Agile teams to design, implement, and support solutions for population simulation. Drive project timelines and enhance application process...

Alexandria, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$73K - $102K *

Champion ERP solutions by collaborating with stakeholders to customize and integrate systems, ensuring alignment with business goals. Drive enhancements and maintain compliance while delivering effect...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $102K *

Explore ERP customization and integration, collaborating with stakeholders to design solutions, enhance system performance, and ensure compliance while delivering high-quality documentation and traini...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Shape government funding strategies by partnering with sector leaders to identify and secure opportunities that align with research priorities, enhancing organizational impact through effective captur...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$119K - $180K *

Lead the development of innovative web platforms, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance content management systems. Drive technical decisions and foster a culture of growth while ensuri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$96K - $207K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative technology solutions using Agile practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver critical products while enhancing your skills in a...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $300K *

Accelerate progress at a forward-thinking company by leading a dynamic engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence while delivering innovative product features and driving technical growth. Co...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic capture initiatives for federal opportunities, driving comprehensive strategies and collaboration across teams to enhance win probability and secure contracts. Shape the future of busin...

Fairfax, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining technical support for enterprise customers. You'll own escalations, advocate for clients, and build scalable processes while collaborating with engineering to enhance our...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing scalable data solutions, orchestrating pipelines, and supporting advanced analytics in cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to deliver robust data a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in product innovation by managing the full lifecycle from ideation to launch. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical and business goals, ensuring successful product...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform endpoint security management by ensuring compliance, investigating security events, and implementing corrective actions within the Department of Defense's Endpoint Security Solutions environ...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance software solutions, collaborating with senior developers to ensure alignment with industry standards and methodologies. Engage in all phases of the development process while workin...

Warren, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Advance your career as a Compliance Consultant, supporting diverse clients in enhancing their information security and compliance frameworks. Collaborate on audits, risk assessments, and governance pr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.