Principal Software Engineer Jobs

Explore the latest Principal Software Engineer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features senior-level technical leadership roles for experienced engineers who drive architecture, scalability, and innovation within high-performing teams.

Bright Vision Technologies

Principal Software Engineer

Bright Vision Technologies

Germantown, Maryland, US
full-time
21h ago
Leidos

Principal Software Engineer

Leidos

Bethesda, Maryland, US
full-time
Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

Principal Software Engineer, S3 Keystone

Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.

Arlington, Virginia, US
full-time
3w ago
Recorded Future

Principal Software Engineer

Recorded Future

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
6d ago
Marriott

Principal Software Engineer (Guest Communications Platform)

Marriott

Location not specified
Remote
full-time
16h ago
Creative Chaos

Principal Software Engineer - React (Contractual)

Creative Chaos

Washington, District of Columbia, US
contractor
BLUEFORCE INC

STE - Principal Software Engineer

BLUEFORCE INC

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
EY

Director, Principal Software Engineering, AI capabilities

EY

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
Oracle

[REMOTE] Principal Software Engineer – Healthcare Analytics & AI

Oracle

Washington, District of Columbia, US
1d ago
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd

Principal Software Engineer S3 & MinIO - North America Software Center

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co Ltd

Washington, District of Columbia, US
full-time
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Principal Software Engineer Jobs: At a Glance

Insights drawn from the latest openings on this page so you can compare employers, locations, and pay before applying.

Top Companies Hiring

  • Bright Vision Technologies1 role
  • Leidos1 role
  • Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.1 role
  • Recorded Future1 role
  • Marriott1 role
  • Creative Chaos1 role

Top Locations

  • District of Columbia, US6 roles
  • Maryland, US2 roles
  • Virginia, US1 role
  • Remote1 role

10% of these openings can be done remotely.

Salary Range Overview

Across 10 listings, advertised pay ranges from USD 137k to USD 271k.

Typical band: USD 169k 227k.

Figures reflect employer-disclosed salaries on current openings and may vary by location, experience, and company stage.

Employment Types

  • Full-Time8 roles
  • Contractor1 role

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Featured Principal Software Engineer Jobs

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  1. #1Principal Software Engineer

    Bright Vision TechnologiesGermantown, Maryland, USFull-TimePosted Jun 9, 2026

    Bright Vision Technologies is a forward-thinking software development company dedicated to building innovative solutions that help businesses automate and optimize their operations. We leverage cutting-edge technologies to create scalable, secure, and user-friendly applications. As we continue to grow, we’re looking fo

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  2. #2Principal Software Engineer

    LeidosBethesda, Maryland, USFull-Time

    Description Leidos has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Software Engineer in our Intel Security Sector's Analysis Solutions Business Area. Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIG

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  3. #3Principal Software Engineer, S3 Keystone

    Amazon Development Center U.S., Inc.Arlington, Virginia, USFull-TimeUSD 200k–271k / yearPosted May 20, 2026

    DESCRIPTION Are you ready to tackle some of the most complex challenges in cloud storage at an unprecedented scale? Join Amazon S3 as a Principal Engineer and help shape the future of storage technology that powers businesses and services across the globe. At Amazon S3, we manage data at a scale that most can only imag

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  4. #4Principal Software Engineer

    Recorded FutureWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimePosted Jun 4, 2026

    With 1,000+ intelligence professionals serving over 1,900 clients worldwide, Recorded Future is the world’s most advanced, and largest, intelligence company! Recorded Future is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join our Engineering team, responsible for building and scaling the pipelines that power the Security

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  5. #5Principal Software Engineer (Guest Communications Platform)

    MarriottRemoteFull-TimePosted Jun 9, 2026

    The Principal Engineer, Guest Communications Platform serves as the technical authority and hands‑on architectural leader for Marriott’s next‑generation Guest Communications Platform. This role is responsible for defining, governing, and evolving a cloud‑native, event‑driven, provider‑agnostic communications platform t

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  6. #6Principal Software Engineer - React (Contractual)

    Creative ChaosWashington, District of Columbia, USContractor

    Job Summary A Principal Software Engineer for ReactJS is an associate at Creative Chaos who is mainly responsible for developing server applications of various software platforms including but not limited to writing Restful APIs to be consumed by client applications. A principal software engineer makes sure that the fu

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  7. #7STE - Principal Software Engineer

    BLUEFORCE INCWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time

    BlueForce Inc. is seeking a Principal Software Engineer in support of HQ USAF Sponsored or Supported Wargaming. The Principal Software Engineer will conduct activities to plan, execute, manage, and analyze throughout all phases of HQ USAF wargames including concept development, objective analysis, assessment planning,

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  8. #8Director, Principal Software Engineering, AI capabilities

    EYWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-Time

    At EY, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we’re counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a

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  9. #9[REMOTE] Principal Software Engineer – Healthcare Analytics & AI

    OracleWashington, District of Columbia, USPosted Jun 9, 2026

    Job Description At Oracle Health, we’re building the future of healthcare - cloud-native Healthcare Solutions with AI at their core, designed to operate at nation-scale. Our mission is to transform how hospitals and physicians work - enabling better patient care while ensuring accurate, timely reimbursement. We are mod

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  10. #10Principal Software Engineer S3 & MinIO - North America Software Center

    Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co LtdWashington, District of Columbia, USFull-TimeUSD 137k–184k / year

    Company TSMC Washington LLC Location USA-Washington Career Area Information Technology Posted Jan 27, 2026 Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of technology. At TSMC, we dont just make semiconductors; we innovate to transform industries and enhance lives. As the worlds leading semiconductor foundry, we partn

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About Principal Software Engineer Jobs

Explore the latest Principal Software Engineer jobs from companies hiring across the globe. This page features senior-level technical leadership roles for experienced engineers who drive architecture, scalability, and innovation within high-performing teams.

A Principal Software Engineer is a highly experienced individual contributor responsible for setting technical direction, designing complex systems, mentoring engineers, and ensuring engineering excellence across projects. Unlike managerial roles, this position focuses deeply on hands-on architecture, system design, and solving large-scale technical challenges.

Companies worldwide are actively hiring Principal Engineers with expertise in distributed systems, cloud platforms, microservices architecture, DevOps practices, and performance optimization. Strong problem-solving skills, cross-team collaboration, and the ability to influence technical decisions are key requirements.

Our listings include remote, hybrid, and onsite opportunities across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging technology hubs. Many roles offer competitive compensation, stock options, and flexible work environments.

Each job listing provides detailed insights into responsibilities, required technical skills, and experience expectations to help you find the right opportunity.

Browse current Principal Software Engineer openings and advance your career as a senior technical leader in global organizations.

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