How do I qualify for $250k+ $250k+ principal engineer roles?

High-paying roles typically require 3–8+ years of experience, specialized technical skills, and a track record of impactful work. Strong system design and leadership abilities are also valued.

Are $250k+ $250k+ principal engineer jobs remote?

Many high-paying roles offer remote or hybrid work. Remote positions are common at top tech companies and well-funded startups that pay competitively regardless of location.

What companies pay $250k+ for $250k+ principal engineer roles?

FAANG companies, unicorn startups, top-tier consulting firms, and finance/fintech companies frequently offer $250k+ total compensation for experienced $250k+ principal engineer professionals.

8,547+ JobsUpdated May 22, 2026

$250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

These $250k+ principal engineer positions offer $250k+ in total compensation. High-paying roles require strong experience and specialized skills, but reward top talent with premium compensation packages.

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Salary Range

$55k – $217k

Top Companies

Speechify, Okta, Inc., Pinterest, Oracle, Capital One - CA, Becton, Dickinson and Company +24 more

Job Types

98% Full Time, 2% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Arlington, McLean, San Francisco, CA, US; Remote

Work Model

88% On-Site, 6% Hybrid, 6% Remote

Experience Levels

44% Lead, 24% manager, 16% principal

We found 8,547 $250k+ principal engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Arlington, McLean. Salaries range from $55k to $217k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (88%), Hybrid (6%), Remote (6%). Top employers include Speechify, Okta, Inc., Pinterest and 27 other companies.

Companies Hiring for $250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Speechify19 jobs

Okta, Inc.2 jobs

Pinterest2 jobs

Oracle1 job

Capital One - CA1 job

Becton, Dickinson and Company1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Lead

$170k–$185k

22 jobs

Staff

$73k–$189k

8 jobs

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$250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Pasadena, CA, USA

Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Orlando, FL, USA

Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Culver City, CA, USA

Staff Software Engineer - International Card Tech - Backend

Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Princeton, NJ, USA

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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Tucson, AZ, USA

Staff Manufacturing Engineer - ADx Repair Center

Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Milwaukee, WI, USA

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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Savannah, GA, USA

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Tech Lead, Web Core Product & Chrome Extension - Burlington, VT, USA

Project Manager, Research Operations

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Employee Relations & Compliance Principal

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