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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$120K - $145K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI engineering by driving the adoption of AI-assisted practices across product teams. Collaborate closely to enhance developer productivity, software quality, a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Pioneer AI-driven engineering practices, enhancing productivity and quality across teams. Collaborate closely to integrate AI workflows, establish reusable patterns, and ensure governance while drivin...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $230K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Forward Deployed Engineer, delivering AI-native solutions in regulated industries. Drive outcomes, collaborate closely with clients, and manage hands-on technical executi...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading IT operations and identity management, transforming strategy into action. Drive technical excellence in Microsoft Entra ID, endpoint platforms, and SaaS integrations while...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of integration by leading a dynamic team to design and implement scalable solutions. Oversee initiatives across enterprise systems, fostering collaboration and innovation while ensuri...

Sherbrooke, QCIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$73K - $118K *

Shape the future of aerospace testing by supporting advanced data acquisition systems. Collaborate with engineers and craft teams to ensure precision in instrumentation and system operations, driving...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform technology operations by leading complex programs that drive business transformation, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure strategic ali...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform the technical landscape of a major web project by leading architecture decisions, mentoring developers, and collaborating with creative teams to deliver exceptional digital experiences for m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$123K - $204K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of application security by leading strategic initiatives, driving secure practices, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance risk management across clo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Deliver cutting-edge generative AI solutions by leading teams, defining architectures, and collaborating with clients to drive technology integration while ensuring robust governance and measurable su...

Montreal, QCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $275K *

Invent cutting-edge AI agents for internal operations, driving innovation and efficiency. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance tooling and knowledge management, ensuring seamless human-agent int...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Accelerate AI innovation by leading technical delivery for enterprise platforms. Establish engineering standards and cloud architecture to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable AI solutions that enhan...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K *

Join a dynamic team to manage client technologies, mentor peers, and deliver IT assessments. This hands-on role emphasizes client service and consultant development, ensuring optimal performance acros...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $250K *

Drive impactful People Enablement initiatives across North America, balancing global strategy with local execution. Collaborate with leadership to adapt programs that enhance performance, onboarding...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team where you'll drive People Enablement in North America, seamlessly blending global strategy with local execution. Engage with leadership and shape performance, onboarding, and devel...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $500K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in AI and robotics. Leverage your technical expertise and commercial acumen to build strategic relationships, identify new business opportunities, and enhance our...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing and modernizing IBM Z/OS mainframe systems. Engage in operations, programming, and data migration while supporting legacy technologies. Drive efficiency and knowledge tran...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$116K - $170K *

Transform your career by leading security initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and enhancing application security. Drive risk assessments, implement security tools, and mentor teams to streng...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $170K *

Unlock potential by leading security initiatives to enhance application security. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities, implement security tools, and mentor teams while driving au...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $170K *

Champion security excellence by leading vulnerability assessments, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing robust security measures to enhance application security and risk management across...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $170K *

Lead security initiatives by executing vulnerability assessments, collaborating with stakeholders, and implementing security tools to enhance application security while mentoring teams and driving ris...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$88K - $105K *

Join us in a dynamic role where you'll innovate solutions, support software integration, and enhance application performance while collaborating with stakeholders to meet user needs and drive progress...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$171K - $206K *

Advance your career by leading application development efforts, creating high-performing software, and implementing innovative search solutions using Machine Learning and Generative AI technologies to...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Shape the future of data and AI by leading enterprise strategies, governance, and integration. Drive innovation and transformation across clinical and operational functions to enhance decision-making...

Markham, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$94K - $161K *

Transform workforce capability through innovative learning strategies and digital solutions. Lead governance and curriculum development across manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with operational...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.