169 Remote Principal Engineer Jobs
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2 hours ago
AbbVie
10,000+
Join AbbVie as a Lead Principal Engineer, focusing on Commercial Technology strategy and delivery.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $133.5k - $253.5k / year
⏰ Full Time
🟠 Senior
🧑💻 Full-stack Engineer
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2 hours ago
AbbVie
10,000+
Join AbbVie as a Lead Principal Engineer, focusing on Commercial Technology strategy and delivery.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $133.5k - $253.5k / year
⏰ Full Time
🟠 Senior
🧑💻 Full-stack Engineer
🗽 H1B Visa Sponsor
3 hours ago
Simple Technology Solutions
51 - 200
Looking for a Principal Engineer - ML/AI to lead AI solutions design and delivery at STS.
3 hours ago
MetTel
501 - 1000
Join South Star as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on innovative telecom solutions and software development.
3 hours ago
MetTel
501 - 1000
Join South Star as a Senior Software Engineer, focusing on innovative telecom solutions and software development.
Yesterday
RafterOne | An IPG Company
501 - 1000
Join RafterOne as a Lead Salesforce B2B Commerce Engineer, leveraging multi-cloud commerce solutions.
2 days ago
Limitless
11 - 50
Join Limitless in designing a product that augments human intelligence using AI technology.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $250k - $350k / year
💰 Series A on 2023-07
⏰ Full Time
🔴 Lead
🧑🔧 Mechanical Engineer
2 days ago
VGW
501 - 1000
As a Senior Engineer at VGW, develop back end systems for a high-traffic platform.
2 days ago
Marigold Health
11 - 50
Oversee engineering team for Marigold Health's Version 3.0 mental health product offering. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance technology quality and security.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $175k - $190k / year
💰 $6M Seed Round on 2022-02
⏰ Full Time
🟠 Senior
🧑💻 Full-stack Engineer
5 days ago
Booksy
51 - 200
Join Booksy as a Staff Engineer, developing solutions for the fastest growing beauty appointment marketplace.
5 days ago
ExactCare
501 - 1000
Drive full stack development for cutting-edge technologies at AnewHealth. Technical expertise in Cloud and Service Architecture.
5 days ago
Copy.ai
11 - 50
As a Staff Engineer, you'll develop interfaces for generative AI. Contribute to cutting-edge AI workflows at a fully remote company.
5 days ago
BJAK
51 - 200
Join Bjak as a Lead Engineer managing a team to develop cutting-edge tech solutions.
6 days ago
Vyntelligence
11 - 50
As a Principal Engineer, lead Cloud Engineering solutions while mentoring Engineers and Senior Engineers.
6 days ago
Vyntelligence
11 - 50
As a Principal Engineer, lead Cloud Engineering solutions while mentoring Engineers and Senior Engineers.
November 14
Bixal
201 - 500
Guide engineering teams at Bixal to deliver high-quality software solutions.
November 14
Leading DevOps engineering for Sony Corporation to improve tech stack and processes.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $165k - $195k / year
⏰ Full Time
🔴 Lead
⛑ DevOps & Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
November 13
Technology leader for Adobe Workfront at Code and Theory.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $180k - $230k / year
⏰ Full Time
🔴 Lead
🧑💻 Full-stack Engineer
🗽 H1B Visa Sponsor
November 13
Motional
1001 - 5000
Lead the ML training platform development at Motional for autonomous driving software.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $175k - $234k / year
⏰ Full Time
🔴 Lead
🧑💻 Full-stack Engineer
🗽 H1B Visa Sponsor
November 13
Principal DevOps Engineer at Sony's Corporate Infosec Division enhancing reliability and technology.
🇺🇸 United States – Remote
💵 $165k - $195k / year
⏰ Full Time
🔴 Lead
⛑ DevOps & Site Reliability Engineer (SRE)
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Baker Hughes
Energy technology • Oilfield services and equipment • Liquified natural gas (LNG)
10,000+
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Remote principal engineer salary expectations
The average salary for remote principal engineers is $197,068 per year. This is based on data from 93 job openings.
Our advanced AI searches the internet for remote job openings and posts them on our website. We use the salary data from these job postings to calculate principal engineer salaries.
Below is a breakdown of salary data by years of experience:
| Experience | Number of roles analyzed | Average Salary |
|---|---|---|
🟠 Senior Principal Engineer (5-9 yrs) | 6 | $206,872 |
🔴 Lead Principal Engineer (10+ yrs) | 87 | $196,392 |
Frequently asked questions
You need strong programming and software architecture skills, proficiency in multiple programming languages, and expertise in system design. Leadership, problem-solving, and excellent communication skills are also key for navigating remote teams.
Typically, a degree in computer science or engineering is required, along with substantial experience in software development. Advanced certifications or a proven track record of technical leadership can be advantageous.
Responsibilities include designing and implementing high-quality software systems, mentoring and leading engineering teams, driving technical strategy, and ensuring best practices in software development. You’ll also collaborate with other departments to align technical goals with business objectives.
Benefits include a flexible work schedule, the ability to work from various locations, reduced commuting time, and improved work-life balance. Additionally, remote work allows for collaboration with global teams and exposure to diverse projects.