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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$100K - $120K *

Empower growth by launching innovative experiments across portfolio companies. Collaborate with product leads to drive revenue, optimize marketing funnels, and build systems that enable teams to execu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in developing and maintaining enterprise data pipelines, ensuring data quality and accessibility. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data solutions and empower decisio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$194K - $228K *

Shape the future by leading product strategy and development for private markets, driving innovation and client engagement while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance offerings and meet...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$107K - $204K *

Partner with us to drive impactful change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of data and AI solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance organizational readiness and deliver m...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise-wide change management initiatives, ensuring successful adoption of data and AI products. Collaborate with stakeholders to create impactful strategies that enhanc...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$107K - $204K *

Lead transformative change initiatives by partnering with stakeholders to ensure successful adoption of data and AI solutions. Drive comprehensive change management strategies, fostering user engageme...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K *

Join a dynamic team to establish centralized data management, drive automation, and ensure data quality across systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to enable data-driven decisions and enhance analyt...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving partner enablement strategies across multiple platforms. Collaborate cross-functionally to create effective co-sell motions, ensuring sellers are equipped and motivated to...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Drive partner success by enabling co-sell strategies with key marketplaces. Collaborate cross-functionally to create impactful training and resources, ensuring sellers are equipped to leverage partner...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Take ownership of software engineering initiatives within established companies. Lead teams, modernize development processes, and enhance code quality while delivering impactful software solutions. Co...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical success and adoption across enterprise accounts. Leverage your expertise in project management and technical execution to enhance deployment health and fuel acco...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to shape product narratives and strategies for Open USD, collaborating with industry leaders to define a new financial category. Drive go-to-market initiatives and empower partners...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of financial innovation, leading product marketing strategies for Open USD. Collaborate with industry leaders to shape narratives, empower teams, and drive market...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Lead technology due diligence for M&A transactions, guiding private equity clients in evaluating tech assets and risks while driving strategic insights and team development across engagements to creat...

Chicago, ILRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $129K *

Deliver advanced marketing automation solutions by collaborating with stakeholders, configuring Marketo Engage, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance client marketing efforts and technology int...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $180K *

Explore the forefront of grid modernization by leading technical direction for power infrastructure projects. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure reliable operational systems through innovati...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic planning and policy support for international military operations, focusing on cyberspace initiatives and engagement strategies. Leverage extensive experience to advise on tactical and...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Join us to drive operational excellence in BI & Data Warehousing, delivering impactful dashboards and analytics solutions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data infrastruc...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive the evolution of BI and Data Warehousing with a focus on reliability and scalability. Manage cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful data visualizations, ensuring operational excelle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of revenue growth management by owning and enhancing the RGM technology ecosystem. Drive strategy, manage implementations, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignm...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $100K *

Drive integration excellence by leading the development and management of cross-system connections, enhancing operational efficiency and data flow. Collaborate with teams to implement robust reporting...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Champion seamless system integrations by leading the design, deployment, and support of cross-platform connections, enhancing operational efficiency and data flow for informed decision-making...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K *

Lead the charge in architecting and deploying cutting-edge Web Proxy technologies, collaborating with cybersecurity experts to enhance security postures while mentoring teams on best practices and new...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise sales strategy for innovative agentic products, building relationships with key decision-makers. Collaborate with product and engineering teams to translate customer needs into compel...

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $254K *

Shape the future of engineering talent by leading transformative strategies that enhance workforce capabilities, drive cultural change, and leverage AI tools to meet evolving business needs across a g...

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.