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 *

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...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $136K *

Transform the future of mobile technology by leading iOS app development, engaging stakeholders, and delivering high-quality solutions across the software development life cycle. Collaborate in a dyna...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $136K *

Pioneer your career as you leverage technical expertise in iOS development, crafting high-quality applications and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance user experiences across the Software Devel...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving enterprise-level application development and integration solutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance critical systems, mentor junior staff, and leverage emerging technolog...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by coordinating technical teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Proactively manage risks and foster collaboration to meet project objectives in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead project timelines, coordinate with stakeholders, and ensure quality deliverables in Workday HCM implementations. Drive innovative solutions while managing risks and fosteri...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Shape project success by leading cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives and drive innovative solutions in the...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving project success by coordinating technical teams and stakeholders. Lead the execution of enterprise application packages, ensuring quality and timely delivery while managing...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by coordinating teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with stakeholders to align objectives and proactively address challenges in the Workday...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading project timelines and coordinating technical teams to ensure successful delivery of enterprise application packages while managing risks and stakeholder expectations effect...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead project timelines and stakeholder communication to ensure successful delivery of domain-specific initiatives. Collaborate with technical teams and clients, managing risks and quality benchmarks t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to project success by managing timelines, facilitating communication, and ensuring quality deliverables. Collaborate with technical teams and clients to drive innovative solutions and proac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $134K *

Shape the future of utility project management by leading cross-functional teams, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering effective communication between stakeholders to drive innovative solutions and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$93K - $121K *

Drive project success by managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder communication. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure quality deliverables and innovative solutions in the utility domain, e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of data analytics by designing and optimizing Power BI dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform complex data into actionable insights, leveraging AI and advanced technol...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $230K *

Shape the future of personal finance by leading a multidisciplinary team to design and implement robust systems that enhance transaction accuracy and reliability across our platform, driving innovatio...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $230K *

Lead a multidisciplinary engineering team to design and implement foundational systems for financial health products, ensuring reliability and precision in transactions and integrations while driving...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Pioneer crisis and reputation communications strategy, advising senior leaders and managing high-stakes situations. Oversee employee messaging and build frameworks for effective communication during s...

New York, NYRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Drive strategic crisis and reputation communications for the Americas, advising senior leadership and managing high-stakes situations. Oversee employee messaging and build frameworks for effective com...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology as a senior technical leader, driving complex initiatives and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure cloud-native solut...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise architecture initiatives by leading digital transformation efforts, aligning technology solutions with business goals, and fostering strategic relationships with stakeholders to dri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology by driving enterprise-wide AI and digital transformation initiatives. Collaborate with stakeholders to design scalable architectures and lead strate...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape enterprise architecture strategies by leading digital transformation initiatives, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving scalable solutions that align with business goals and industry tren...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive transformative architectural solutions by aligning technology with business goals. Lead enterprise-wide AI and digital initiatives, ensuring compliance and scalability while mentoring teams and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.