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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$92K - $123K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative data integration solutions, leveraging your technical expertise in ETL processes and cloud technologies. Collaborate across functions to ensure quality delivery...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $136K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise data integration solutions across on-premise and cloud platforms. Utilize your Informatica expertise to lead end-to-end project management while fostering collab...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $136K *

Support enterprise data integration solutions by designing, developing, and maintaining ETL/ELT workflows across on-premise and cloud platforms, ensuring high-quality data management and collaboration...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Drive strategic execution of cybersecurity projects, ensuring effective governance and stakeholder alignment. Lead teams in delivering innovative solutions, fostering transformation, and enhancing ope...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $257K *

Shape the future of technology for the US Federal Government by designing, deploying, and maintaining Cross Domain Solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance infrastructure, ensure security, and me...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $160K *

Transform the Degree Progress product by leading a team to integrate advanced algorithms, ensuring reliability and correctness in user-facing systems while enhancing scalability and testing frameworks...

4 weeks ago

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

$112K - $257K *

Drive innovation in Cross Domain Solutions, enhancing technology for the US Federal Government. Leverage your expertise to design, deploy, and maintain secure infrastructures while mentoring teams and...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Grow your expertise in Cross Domain Solutions, enhancing technology for the US Federal Government. Design, deploy, and maintain critical systems while mentoring your team and driving innovation in a m...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$112K - $257K *

Transform your technical expertise into impactful solutions for the US Federal Government. Design, deploy, and maintain Cross Domain Solutions while mentoring your team and enhancing network performan...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion the evolution of our Degree Progress product by leading a technical team to integrate advanced algorithms, ensuring reliability and scalability while delivering trusted outcomes for students...

San Mateo, CARemote

4 weeks ago

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

$103K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading client integration programs in Prime Brokerage, managing complex connectivity solutions for high-profile clients. Drive projects from requirements to launch, ensuring seaml...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers to design and maintain high-quality software. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive technical excellence and foster a culture of innovation while managing efficien...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $98K *

Elevate project success by leading a dynamic team, managing deliverables, and ensuring alignment with customer expectations while driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading software design and delivery, collaborating with cross-functional teams to create impactful solutions for the legal profession while mentoring engineers and driving inno...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $136K *

Transform the data landscape by engineering scalable data solutions and optimizing ETL pipelines. Leverage AWS services and advanced analytics to deliver impactful insights and enhance operational eff...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead technical execution and program delivery for critical defense initiatives. Drive multidisciplinary collaboration, manage resources, and ensure quality outcomes while enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive program delivery and technical execution for critical IT initiatives, ensuring effective management of resources, schedules, and stakeholder communication while enhancing service quality and ope...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$98K - $157K *

Transform product marketing for ERP platforms by crafting compelling messaging and content. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive go-to-market strategies and enhance customer engagement thr...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $123K *

Lead the charge in optimizing and securing Databricks environments on AWS. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data modernization initiatives, ensuring a robust platform for analytics a...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $198K *

Shape the future of AI governance by developing policies and frameworks that balance innovation with legal and ethical considerations, while collaborating with federal executives and technical teams t...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$89K - $194K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic Agile team to design and build modern web applications. Leverage your technical expertise to mentor junior developers and drive innovation in cloud environment...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform complex challenges into innovative, AI-powered solutions while leading a dynamic engineering team. Engage in hands-on development to enhance product quality and drive scalable cloud-native a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform engineering solutions by documenting requirements, designing prototypes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance functionality and ensure system integration. Drive innovatio...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional IT operations and support. Lead a skilled team, collaborate with senior management, and drive strategic IT initiatives to enhance service deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leading technology projects, managing estimates, and ensuring safety compliance while collaborating with clients and teams to deliver high-quality structured cabling solutions...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.