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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$95K - $115K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive healthcare technology solutions, balancing product strategy with hands-on management. Collaborate across functions to prioritize client value and business objectives while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of financial technology by leading a dynamic team in developing innovative cloud-based applications. Leverage your extensive software development expertise to deliver high-quality sol...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $260K *

Empower your career by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance software applications through expert signals analysis and requirements refinement, ensuring mission success and user satisfa...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$189K - $206K *

Engage your skills to lead software development initiatives, enhancing index calculation platforms. Collaborate across teams, ensuring high-quality code and performance while driving innovation in a d...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower clients by managing AI and Agentforce implementation projects, ensuring strategic planning and execution. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions while fostering strong c...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership for chemical and petrochemical EPC projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure engineering excellence, compliance, and successful...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Tackle strategic sourcing in the tech category, driving cost efficiency and quality. Support comprehensive market analysis, collaborate on complex negotiations, and enhance sourcing processes to optim...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and development of high-quality software systems, guiding technical direction and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions in a fast-paced, autonomous...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of complex enterprise networking challenges, leading advanced troubleshooting, security management, and performance optimization. Mentor junior engineers while driving improvements in n...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join us to tackle complex enterprise networking challenges, leading incident resolution and optimizing network performance. You'll mentor junior engineers while enhancing security and reliability in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in deploying AI solutions for enterprise clients, transforming their operations from initial business case to full implementation. Collaborate with C-suite executives and enhance produ...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive system improvements and enhance applications by identifying opportunities, implementing innovative designs, and maintaining quality code while collaborating with teams to leverage new technologi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform operational efficiency by providing top-tier technical support for plant systems and network infrastructure. Take initiative in troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing desktop and netwo...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$195K - $225K *

Transform technology strategy by leading cross-functional teams, engaging with C-level executives, and driving project success from inception to launch. Shape solutions that deliver impactful business...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$155K - $259K *

Shape strategic customer engagements by leading complex, multi-domain projects. Collaborate with executives to turn ambiguous priorities into measurable outcomes, ensuring alignment between technical...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate the modernization of critical infrastructure software by transforming desktop applications into web-based experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance user interfaces and...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Champion innovation by integrating AI tools into workflows, enhancing research and consulting capabilities. Collaborate across teams to develop AI products, drive adoption, and foster a culture of con...

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading clinical programs, ensuring quality care, and driving compliance. Collaborate with teams to enhance member outcomes and oversee utilization management while f...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive impactful healthcare projects by defining scope, managing resources, and ensuring quality delivery. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance performance and navigate risks while fostering team g...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by defining scope, managing resources, and ensuring quality outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive healthcare quality initiatives and optimize performance through...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$142K - $266K *

Transform program delivery and growth by leading cross-functional teams, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving business development in health sectors. Leverage technical expertise to exceed...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the deployment of cutting-edge Kubernetes solutions for retail, guiding customers through complex implementations while enhancing application performance and manageability at the Edge...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Inspire a dynamic team while driving operational excellence and compliance. Lead strategic initiatives, mentor talent, and enhance technology processes to align with organizational goals. Ensure quali...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and mentoring a tech-savvy team to ensure operational excellence, strategic alignment, and compliance while enhancing communication across departments and maintaining rob...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Champion cross-functional teams to drive Salesforce project delivery and engineering initiatives. Oversee complex implementations, manage resources, and lead AI-driven transformations to enhance opera...

6 days 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.