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.

10,284+ JobsUpdated Jun 2, 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

$61k – $130k

Top Companies

Mercor, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services), Breakthru Beverage Group, JD Finish Line, VirtualVocations, Travere Therapeutics +42 more

Job Types

92% Full Time, 8% Contract

Top Locations

CA, Washington, Arlington, Fairfax

Work Model

92% On-Site, 8% Hybrid

Experience Levels

38% manager, 24% principal, 20% Lead

We found 10,284 $250k+ principal engineer jobs currently hiring in locations including CA, Washington, Arlington. Salaries range from $61k to $130k based on experience, location, and company size. Work arrangements include On-Site (92%), Hybrid (8%). Top employers include Mercor, CGS Federal (Contact Government Services), Breakthru Beverage Group and 45 other companies.

Companies Hiring for $250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Mercor2 jobs

CGS Federal (Contact Government Services)2 jobs

Breakthru Beverage Group1 job

JD Finish Line1 job

VirtualVocations1 job

Travere Therapeutics1 job

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Career Path & Salary Progression

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Staff

Salary varies

9 jobs

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Director, Cloud Security Architecture & Engineering

Breakthru Beverage Group

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JD Store Management - Tyson's Corner Center, McLean, VA

JD Finish Line

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Principal Content Marketing Manager

VirtualVocations

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Director, Global Compensation

Travere Therapeutics

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Team Lead & Product Marketing Manager

Bloomberg BNA

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$250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Companies Hiring for $250k+ Principal Engineer Jobs

Career Path & Salary Progression

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Director, Cloud Security Architecture & Engineering

JD Store Management - Tyson's Corner Center, McLean, VA

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Director, Global Compensation

Team Lead & Product Marketing Manager

Assistant Store Manager

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Law Clerk (5795) with Security Clearance

SAP Business Development Manager- 100% REMOTE

Business Development Manager 2 (TS/SCI)

Senior Construction Project Manager

Lead Horticulturist at Cobble Design

Intervention Engineer in Oil & Gas

Project Manager (Software Consulting)

Plumber 4 - Washington, D.C. with Security Clearance

Lead Frontend Developer with Angular

Account Executive at 's Business Development

Lead Financial Analyst

Lead Project Manager for Construction Projects

Sales Manager / Business Development Manager

Project Manager, Media Operation

Senior Project Manager

Corporate Security Project Manager

Project Manager - General Contracting

Event Security Guard - Nationals Park

Python Developer (AWS and Cap Market/Financial)

Lead Software Engineer for AWS Rendering Team

Lead Data Scientist in ’s AI Pod

Lead Product Manager – AI & Strategic Initiatives

Lead Financial Analyst

Principal Marketing Analytics Manager

Project Manager, Pre-Clinical Pipeline Development

Senior FOIA Disclosure Product Manager with Security Clearance

IT Project Manager with Security Clearance

Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Staff Accountant - Remote

Program Manager - Standards Development, LNG & Downstream

Project Management TLS Delivery Project Manager Professional Markham, CA

Program Manager, Digital Customer Success

Intermediate Brand and Website Project Manager

Recruiter II (Onsite)

Staff Software Engineer, Full Stack - Early Cancer Detection (ECD)

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