Principal engineer roles are among the most senior individual contributor positions in tech, typically requiring 10+ years of experience and exceptional expertise. At this level, you shape company-wide technical direction, tackle challenges that span entire organizations, and are recognized as an authority in your domain both internally and in the broader industry. Principal positions offer competitive compensation, with new opportunities posted regularly currently on LeetHire. Our platform helps principal developers find their next opportunity while keeping their job search completely private from current employers. All principal positions on LeetHire display salary ranges upfront—no more guessing games or discovering mismatched expectations late in the process. Connect directly with engineering leaders and hiring managers, skip the recruiter back-and-forth, and control exactly which companies can see your profile.
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