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.

6,205+ Jobs50 new this weekUpdated Apr 23, 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

$50k – $350k

Top Companies

Carvana, Alphabet, Placements24, Epic Games, Ameritech Construction, Red Rover Recruitment +25 more

Job Types

98% Full Time, 2% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Las Vegas, Arlington, San Antonio

Work Model

92% On-Site, 6% Hybrid, 2% Remote

Experience Levels

34% Lead, 26% principal, 24% manager

We found 6,205 $250k+ principal engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Las Vegas, Arlington. 50 new positions were added this week at companies like Red Rover Recruitment, CAMH, Markon. Salaries range from $50k to $350k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (92%), Hybrid (6%), Remote (2%). Top employers include Carvana, Alphabet, Placements24 and 28 other companies.

Companies Hiring for $250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Carvana15 jobs

Alphabet3 jobs

Placements242 jobs

Epic Games2 jobs

Ameritech Construction2 jobs

Red Rover Recruitment1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

Lead

$55k–$80k

17 jobs

Staff

$150k–$350k

8 jobs

Latest Jobs Added

Plant Manager

Red Rover Recruitment

1d ago

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

CAMH

1d ago

Facilities Project Manager

Markon

1d ago

Manager of Engineering

ITS Electronics

1d ago

Senior Project Manager for Capital Works

B.E.S.T. Recruiting Consultants Ltd.

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Red Rover Recruitment·Ontario, CA

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$250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Companies Hiring for $250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Career Path & Salary Progression

Latest Jobs Added

Plant Manager

Post-Doctoral Research Fellow

Facilities Project Manager

Manager of Engineering

Senior Project Manager for Capital Works

Project Manager - Project Coordinator - Expert

Flooring Project Manager

Principal Industrial Engineer

Lead Data Scientist, GFT

Principal Full Stack Developer - Node.js, React, AWS - 100% Remote

Sr. Program Manager, Biotech Solutions -US - East Coast/Central Region

Lead Structural Engineer

System Security Engineering Cybersecurity Technical Lead

Paint Shop Team Lead

Inventory Line Lead

Body Shop Team Lead

Automotive Inspection Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Body Shop Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Detail Line Lead

Parts Line Lead

Staff Software Engineer- Public Sector

Team Lead, Market Operations

Operations Manager - Delanco (2nd shift)

Reconditioning Manager - Delanco (2nd shift)

Project Director - High-Rise Construction

Automotive Technician Manager

Automotive Service Manager

Inventory Line Lead (2nd Shift)

Automotive Wholesale Team Lead

Quality Control Team Lead - 2nd Shift

Lead Animator

Lead Animator

DCSA SCRM Program/Project Manager (007-26)

Electrical Design Engineer

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager

Lead Consultant Public Sector

Member of Technical Staff, Platform Engineer, Special Programs

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Lead Generation Hiring ASAP

Lead Java FullStack Developer

Staff Software Developer - Java (Global Security)

Principal Associate- HRBP - Global Payments Network

Senior Program Manager, Network \u0026 Telecom Jobs

Real Estate Development Project Manager

Lead Copywriter Driving Engagement for Health Brands

Project Manager - Land Development

IT Business Lead Analyst - C13 - NEW YORK

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