Mid Level Lead Software Engineer Jobs

Mid level lead software engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own features end to end, guide junior teammates, and make architectural decisions without constant oversight. Openings run across Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, with a strong mix of remote and hybrid work, and employers like JPMorganChase, Esri, and TikTok hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles102+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerJPMorganChase
Top cityRedlands, CA
Work type69% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Director, Lead Software Engineer
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Director, Lead Software Engineer
Morgan Stanley
Alpharetta, Georgia
Software Engineering
Project & Program Management
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$159k/yr
Hybrid
Master's
10,000+

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Director, Lead Software Engineer
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Director, Lead Software Engineer
Morgan Stanley
Jersey City, New Jersey
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Specialized Engineering
Systems Administration
Technical Program Management
$194k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$185k - $325k/yr
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Software Developer
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Software Developer
Boldyn Networks
Washington, Texas
Cloud Engineering
DevOps
Software Engineering
$110k - $130k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in information technology
501-1,000

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Software Developer, Junior
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Software Developer, Junior
Denver Public Schools
Denver, Colorado
Backend Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Software Engineering
$76k - $91k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Mid Level Lead Software Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • JPMorganChase12
  • Esri3
  • TikTok2
  • loanDepot2
  • CVS Health2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software38
  • Banking & Financial Services14
  • Investment & Asset Management11
  • Fintech10
  • Consulting & Professional Services5

Mid Level Lead Software Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level lead software engineer job?

Position yourself around ownership, not just execution. Highlight projects where you drove decisions, unblocked teammates, or delivered a feature from design to deployment. Tailor your resume to show scope, not just tasks. Recruiters at this level want evidence you can operate independently and take responsibility for outcomes, so lead with your most complex, self-directed work.

Which companies hire mid level lead software engineers?

Companies hiring mid level lead software engineers right now include JPMorganChase, Esri, and TikTok, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a wide range of employers, including high-growth startups that need engineers who can lead without a large management layer and established enterprises building out cross-functional product teams.

Are there remote mid level lead software engineer jobs?

Yes, remote and hybrid options are common at this level. About 31% of mid level lead software engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how many engineering teams now operate across distributed locations. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate lets you narrow to fully remote or hybrid openings quickly.

How do I move up to a mid level lead software engineer role?

Growth from entry level to mid level comes from accumulating ownership, not just time. Focus on taking full responsibility for discrete features, seeking code-review and architecture feedback, and making your impact measurable through shipping, performance gains, or reliability improvements. Engineers who move up fastest demonstrate they can operate with less direction and consistently bring others along with them.

Which industries hire the most mid level lead software engineers?

Mid Level lead software engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Banking & Financial Services, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors tend to drive hiring at this level because they are scaling products rapidly and need engineers who can take ownership of features without requiring heavy management oversight to deliver.