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 - $190K *

Lead the charge in architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools to enhance workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to rapidly prototype and deploy secure, high-quali...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Empower innovation by architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications. Collaborate with stakeholders to create secure, scalable solutions while leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity an...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Innovate and lead the development of enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools to enhance productivity. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform ideas into scalable, secure solutions while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $190K *

Transform the software landscape by architecting and developing enterprise-grade applications, leveraging AI tools for rapid prototyping, and ensuring secure, high-performance systems that drive innov...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$286K - $362K *

Unlock potential by leading NPU architecture and SoC integration for automotive AI. Drive technical execution, influence cross-domain decisions, and ensure product delivery meets performance, power, a...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of customer engagement by leading CRM initiatives, driving the design and implementation of Microsoft CE solutions, and mentoring a skilled team to enhance client satisfaction and ope...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$158K - $237K *

Champion innovative data and AI solutions by leading application development, engineering, and operational practices to drive enterprise-wide transformation and smarter decision-making...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$99K - $225K *

Join a team that's advancing AI and ML solutions to enhance mission outcomes. Leverage your expertise in model development, optimization, and deployment across diverse environments while collaborating...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $120K *

Optimize operational excellence in healthcare IT by managing production support, driving issue resolution, and ensuring timely reporting for customer-facing technology delivery...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $250K *

Shape strategic vision and drive execution of high-impact digital banking initiatives, enhancing client relationships through innovative products while collaborating across teams to address business a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock your potential as a Principal Technology Architect, driving innovative architectural solutions and aligning technology with business goals while leading strategic transformations and optimizing...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Shape the future of technology by leading architectural designs and strategies. Collaborate with stakeholders to align solutions with market demands, ensuring scalability and security while driving mo...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive innovative architectural solutions by aligning technology with business goals. Lead strategic initiatives, optimize performance, and foster client relationships while ensuring compliance and sec...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $189K *

Champion customer success by leading a technical support team, driving operational excellence, and resolving complex issues. Engage with stakeholders to enhance service quality and foster a culture of...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform manufacturing applications by leading migration strategies and driving technical architecture. Collaborate with teams to ensure security, performance, and deployment readiness while supporti...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$167K - $225K *

Pioneer advanced capabilities in autonomous software development, focusing on low-level C programming and reverse engineering for network devices. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance existing p...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support our clients' digital transformation by ensuring effective design, development, and validation of Big Data solutions using PySpark. Collaborate with stakeholders to meet architectural requireme...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's designing and maintaining scalable big data solutions using Scala and Apache Spark. Leverage your expertise to optimize workflows and collaborate with cross-functional teams to driv...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Join a dynamic technology team to provide exceptional desktop support, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues for employees. Collaborate across departments to enhance user experience and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading core banking transformation initiatives. Leverage your banking expertise and client-facing skills to drive solutions from design to implementation, ensuring alignment...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $160K *

Architect and scale a national medication redistribution platform. Own end-to-end product development, influence technical strategy, and drive innovations in healthcare tech to improve access to affor...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Lead the future of instructor support by overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with Army standards, and coordinating training delivery for the 14G program while fostering a high-performing...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing the 14G instructor program, ensuring compliance with Army standards while coordinating operations and supervising instructors to deliver high-quality training and support...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in the 14G instructor program, ensuring compliance with Army standards while coordinating operations and supporting quality assurance efforts for effectiv...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as you oversee daily operations and instructor support for the 14G training program, ensuring compliance with Army standards and facilitating effective training delivery...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical 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.