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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$150K - $225K *

Join a team that's driving AI innovation and digital transformation. Lead strategic initiatives, champion technology adoption, and enhance operational efficiency through emerging technologies and data...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming technology strategy for a dynamic Retirement division. Collaborate with stakeholders to innovate and enhance customer experience, ensuring alignment with business objec...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $115K *

Champion the growth of an innovative mobile mapping platform by leading product management, user experience, and marketing efforts. Collaborate across teams to enhance product visibility and adapt to...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $115K *

Transform the future of utility mapping by leading product management and marketing for an innovative mobile platform. Drive user experience, enhance market presence, and collaborate across teams to s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$86K - $198K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of military microelectronics. Leverage your expertise in program oversight and strategy development to optimize technology investments and enhance defense capabil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$69K - $141K *

Lead the integration and systems engineering efforts for payloads on unmanned vehicles, ensuring successful execution through technical guidance, analysis, and stakeholder management while adhering to...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $176K *

Engineer innovative solutions as a Tech Lead, driving architectural evolution and technical excellence for a global web platform while enhancing digital customer experiences through advanced AI integr...

CanadaRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cloud contact center solutions by leading the development and delivery of innovative CCaaS initiatives, ensuring seamless integration and collaboration across teams to achieve stra...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $158K *

Elevate your career by managing logistics and property accountability for mission-critical autonomous systems. Collaborate with experts in engineering and robotics to ensure operational readiness and...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $192K *

Pioneer innovative AI-driven software solutions while leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive project delivery, mentor talent, and establish best practices to enhance operational efficiency and deli...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Innovate data center operations by leading service delivery, ensuring high-quality governance, and driving strategic initiatives across cloud and on-premises environments. Collaborate with teams to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$107K - $195K *

Elevate AI/ML capabilities from concept to execution in federal health programs. Lead data preparation, integration, and operational monitoring while ensuring compliance with government standards and...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$102K - $132K *

Lead and empower a team of network engineers to design, implement, and enhance secure enterprise network solutions, ensuring alignment with cybersecurity strategies and operational excellence across m...

6 days ago

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

$127K - $170K *

Join us to lead complex technical initiatives, providing hands-on expertise while shaping architecture and design. Influence roadmaps, mentor engineers, and drive modernization across systems, ensurin...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $170K *

Engineer complex technical solutions while leading high-risk initiatives. Drive architectural decisions, mentor teams, and resolve critical production issues across multiple systems, ensuring alignmen...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$186K - $267K *

Architect and optimize a cloud-native data platform, leading the design of scalable data pipelines and backend services. Drive technical standards, mentor teams, and align data strategies with busines...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Deliver impactful Cyber Resilience Testing programs, driving offensive security initiatives and cross-functional collaboration to enhance cyber control effectiveness and compliance across the organiza...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming technology due diligence for private equity clients. Lead client engagements, manage project timelines, and deliver high-quality financial analyses to drive successful...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $95K *

Champion technology solutions that enhance student access to services, streamline workflows, and improve reporting capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and maintain systems that suppo...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by leading engineering teams in cloud platforms and enterprise systems. Drive innovation, manage operations, and enhance service delivery while collaborating with cross-functiona...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $277K *

Drive transformative change initiatives across the organization, enhancing operational efficiency and innovation. Lead cross-functional programs, optimize management processes, and deliver insights to...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing healthcare system integrations. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless data exchange between Epic and third-party systems, enhancing operational effic...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K *

Champion engineering excellence by leading software development teams, establishing standards, and driving quality across enterprise applications for government initiatives. Mentor leads, resolve tech...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Optimize growth strategies and amplify brand presence by driving inbound demand, orchestrating engaging events, and creating compelling content that positions Concourse as a leader in AI-driven financ...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of blockchain technology by leading a high-performance team responsible for smart contracts and backend systems across EVM and non-EVM chains, ensuring safety, efficiency, and innovat...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.