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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$138K - $165K *

Shape the future of AI products by leading strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive innovation and deliver exceptional value through effective stakeholder influence and team lead...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of partner marketing by developing go-to-market strategies and messaging for diverse channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create impactful narratives and enable partne...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with a pivotal role in configuration management, ensuring system stability and compliance. Collaborate across teams to track changes, maintain documentation, and support deployments i...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$142K - $203K *

Design and optimize AI-ready networking infrastructures to support high-performance computing and data-intensive workloads. Collaborate with customers to assess, plan, and implement scalable solutions...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of enterprise strategy by driving positioning and vertical plays in the media and publishing sector. Collaborate closely across teams to craft narratives that convert and differentiat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $273K *

Shape the future of security by defining product vision and strategy for AI-powered capabilities, enhancing risk visibility, and driving adoption across engineering teams to ensure secure development...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$276K *

Join a dynamic team to shape marketing strategies that empower actuarial teams, translating complex pricing and predictive modeling into impactful business outcomes while driving product adoption and...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $273K *

Innovate advanced people analytics strategies to uncover insights, drive workforce solutions, and enhance employee experience. Lead complex analyses, translating business challenges into actionable fr...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$202K - $318K *

Accelerate progress at our AI-driven platform by leading a high-performing engineering team. Oversee technical direction, manage people, and ensure quality to deliver impactful agent experiences acros...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of diverse projects, leading cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution, from planning to closure. Drive innovation and efficiency while managing budgets and stakeholder comm...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$153K - $199K *

Champion innovative HPC and GenAI solutions by deploying and optimizing GPU systems. Engage directly with clients to deliver cutting-edge infrastructure, ensuring high performance and reliability acro...

Massachusetts, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$164K - $200K *

Shape the future of software integration by leading a team to develop a robust ERP connector framework, ensuring data integrity and seamless communication between systems while driving architectural d...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K *

Reimagine consumer experiences by leading product strategy and technology development for digital platforms. Drive innovation and enhance customer engagement through seamless interactions and data-dri...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$130K - $160K *

Create impactful solutions as a Senior Product Engineer, owning projects from concept to delivery. Collaborate with a dynamic team, leveraging AI tools to enhance development while mentoring peers and...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive customer success by leading enterprise engagements and deploying AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational impact and long-term partnerships, enhancing efficien...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to design and automate CI/CD infrastructure for medical device software, ensuring compliance and enhancing software delivery processes in a regulated environment...

Waltham, MARemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and implementation of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) in the biotech and pharmaceutical sectors, ensuring effective integration and documentation while fostering strong client re...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$190K - $220K *

Partner with us to tackle complex engineering challenges, leveraging deep expertise in TypeScript, Postgres, and AWS. Collaborate closely with our VP of Engineering to innovate and deliver impactful p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive targeted ABM strategies across diverse verticals, enhancing engagement and revenue growth through personalized, data-driven marketing programs. Collaborate with sales and industry leaders to opt...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K *

Drive impactful partnerships that enhance revenue and customer experiences using AI tools. Collaborate cross-functionally to execute strategies, develop solutions, and deliver measurable growth in a f...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $240K *

Elevate your career by designing and building robust distributed systems. Lead architectural decisions, ensure reliability, and mentor engineers while tackling complex challenges in regulated environm...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $283K *

Lead the design and implementation of agentic AI systems across various domains, utilizing GenAI, ML, and systems engineering to create advanced AI agents that enhance workflows in healthcare, finance...

Plano, TXRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$112K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering with AI-driven solutions. Lead the charge in adopting AI-enabled SDLC practices, optimizing software delivery, and mentoring teams to enhance product...

Charleston, WVRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $230K *

Elevate data operations by architecting AI-driven solutions that enhance resilience, scalability, and intelligence in data processing systems. Lead cross-functional teams to implement innovative DataO...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.