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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$118K - $168K *

Transform your career as a Lead Software Developer, enhancing product security, leading integration solutions, and driving platform migration while collaborating across diverse teams in a dynamic, mis...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $155K *

Join our dynamic team to drive sales and marketing in the US, owning the enterprise sales cycle from demand generation to closing while shaping our growth strategy and building a high-performance team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$114K - $182K *

Analyze competitive landscapes in ITDC technologies, providing strategic insights and support across functions to enhance market positioning and respond to emerging threats effectively...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$105K - $115K *

Lead finance data modernization efforts by collaborating with stakeholders to consolidate and enhance reporting capabilities, ensuring data integrity and governance across multiple systems for effecti...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional project implementations and enhancements for restaurant brands. Lead cross-functional efforts, ensuring customer satisfaction while managing time...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$128K - $214K *

Join a dynamic team as a Lead Systems Engineer, providing Tier III IT support across diverse technologies. Lead and mentor engineers, resolve complex issues, and enhance operational efficiency while e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Reimagine workflows by transforming processes and architecting innovative operating models. Collaborate across teams to eliminate inefficiencies, implement AI-driven solutions, and drive high-impact c...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing comprehensive test strategies, ensuring alignment with mission requirements and quality standards. Collaborate with diverse teams to validate software readi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the design and maintenance of core infrastructure systems, ensuring stability, security, and scalability. Deliver advanced troubleshooting, manage projects efficiently, and enhance operational...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise application management by leading technical platforms, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving collaborative success across the organization...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$72K - $111K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing IT service delivery by leading a dynamic Service Desk. Oversee operations for 13,000+ users, ensuring optimal performance and high satisfaction through effect...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$72K - $111K *

Pioneer excellence in IT service management. Lead a dedicated team to enhance customer support for a diverse user base, driving performance and operational efficiency while ensuring top-tier service d...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team as a Business Analyst, bridging customer needs and technology. Collaborate with public safety agencies to design solutions and implement software that enhances mission-critical ope...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $120K *

Unlock innovative solutions in Quality Engineering by rapidly prototyping AI-driven tools and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into scalable...

3 weeks ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Transform the future of construction by leading innovative project design and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to leverage technology solutions, ensuring effective project planning a...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading quality engineering initiatives to ensure product compliance and excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and implement effective...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$250K - $350K *

Transform enterprise technology by leading mainframe modernization efforts. Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure seamless integration and operational resilience while driving innovative...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K *

Champion innovative technology solutions while mentoring a dynamic team. Drive IT assessments, enhance client relationships, and ensure optimal performance across diverse environments. Your expertise...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform RF engineering excellence by leading complex 4G LTE and 5G NR projects. Drive optimization strategies, mentor engineers, and collaborate with stakeholders to ensure network performance and l...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$77K - $176K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative RF technology and electronic warfare systems. Utilize your expertise to mentor junior engineers and tackle complex challenges, enhancing mission success for mi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming technology in healthcare by leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance operational performance and drive sustainable improvements for business success...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate technological innovation by leading cross-functional teams to implement large-scale transformation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, customer satisfaction, and business objec...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K - $175K *

Elevate product management strategies by liaising between IT and business units, enhancing systems, and driving implementation of Teamcenter PLM to optimize processes and support functional delivery a...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $150K *

Lead and develop a full-stack engineering team, transforming priorities into actionable results while fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and innovation to enhance our CRM platform and dr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of advanced laser systems technology. Lead the development of electrical systems, circuit design, and hardware architecture while collaborating with engineers and t...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.