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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$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional post-sales technical support for federal clients. You'll troubleshoot complex systems, collaborate with engineering teams, and ensure seamless ope...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $170K *

Engage stakeholders by leading the maintenance and technical direction of financial and accounting systems, particularly focusing on Lawson Financials on AS/400. Drive modernizations and ensure compli...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$99K - $225K *

Lead offensive cyber operations by leveraging your expertise in malware reverse engineering, vulnerability analysis, and network exploitation to enhance national security efforts and protect critical...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $139K *

Lead the charge in fullstack development, guiding a team to design and deliver enterprise applications with a focus on React and Java, ensuring alignment with business needs and technical excellence...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $154K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing technology solutions. As a Senior Adobe Tech Lead, you'll drive design, development, and process improvements, ensuring high-quality deliverables that enhance c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Transform dealership operations by leading technical discovery and support for clients. Analyze issues, optimize solutions, and enhance software deployment strategies to drive efficiency and client sa...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining dealership support by leading technical discovery, optimizing solutions, and enhancing client experiences with Tekion. Drive impactful projects and foster continuous impr...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$90K - $110K *

Lead technical discovery and support for dealership clients, addressing issues and optimizing solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance software deployment and maintain a knowledge base for continu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading technical discovery for dealership clients, addressing issues, and optimizing solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance software deployment and support post-implementati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$95K - $115K *

Explore new horizons as you lead technical discovery and support for dealership clients, optimizing their experience with Tekion. Drive solutions, enhance processes, and ensure effective software depl...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Transform client experiences by leading technical discovery and support for dealership management systems. Drive optimization and remediation efforts while ensuring effective software deployment and c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in executive leadership, driving client strategy and growth while mentoring talent and shaping the future of the firm. This role demands deep expertise in IT procurement and a commitme...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing national security through expert intelligence analysis and cyber planning. Leverage your military experience to develop comprehensive operational plans and su...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$105K - $163K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of database management by architecting and administering diverse database environments, ensuring optimal performance and security for mission-critical application...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $163K *

Transform database environments by leading architecture and administration efforts across multiple platforms, ensuring compliance and performance for mission-critical applications in a dynamic, remote...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform application support by driving automation and DevOps practices. Collaborate with technical teams to enhance enterprise platforms, resolve issues, and implement process improvements, ensuring...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality software solutions while facilitating Agile practices. This hybrid role combines Scrum Master leadership with hands-on Java development, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $125K *

Empower the executive team by driving operational excellence, managing diverse projects, and enhancing team efficiency. This dynamic role requires adaptability and problem-solving skills to tackle evo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team focused on infrastructure, operations, and security while overseeing vendor governance and technology controls. Drive efficiency in business applications and ensure compliance in a...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$219K - $296K *

Advance your career by leading a high-impact product management team. Drive AI-powered tools and customer-facing solutions while establishing a cohesive, strategic vision that enhances adoption and cu...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $180K *

Lead the execution of strategic NPI programs, driving alignment and risk management across cross-functional teams to ensure successful commercialization and business growth in a dynamic environment...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$99K - $225K *

Champion operational excellence in cybersecurity by managing core business functions, driving process improvements, and ensuring seamless execution of program objectives in a fast-paced environment...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Innovate by leading embedded software development for advanced technologies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and test software solutions, ensuring high performance and re...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$88K - $105K *

Lead product marketing initiatives by crafting compelling messaging and strategies that drive customer engagement and adoption. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and measure performan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team focused on network access control and cybersecurity automation. Design, implement, and optimize ForeScout solutions while enhancing enterprise security through strategic guidance and integ...

2 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.