Lead Software Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania

Lead Software Engineer jobs in Pennsylvania are open across Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Erie and other Pennsylvania metros, with employers like The Mannik & Smith Group, Wabtec, and BJ's Wholesale Club hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles100+
Top employerThe Mannik & Smith Group
Top cityPittsburgh, PA
Cities hiring36
Work type76% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.
Lead Software Developer
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Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.
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Lead Software Developer
Inabia Software & Consulting Inc.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
Project & Program Management
Embedded Systems Engineering
$55 - $65/hr
On-Site
None
11-50

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REPLY
Lead Software Engineer
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REPLY
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Lead Software Engineer
REPLY
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Backend Engineering
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
On-Site
None
10,000+

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Cox Automotive
Lead Software Test Engineer
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Cox Automotive
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Lead Software Test Engineer
Cox Automotive
Exton, Pennsylvania
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Software Engineering
Automation QA
$123k - $205k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Coherent Corp.
Lead Engineer, Software
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Coherent Corp.
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Lead Engineer, Software
Coherent Corp.
Horsham, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
Technical Product & Program Management
Automation QA
$89k - $152k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Elsevier
AI Software Engineering Lead
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Elsevier
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AI Software Engineering Lead
Elsevier
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$115k - $208k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Lead Software Engineer Jobs by City in Pennsylvania

Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Pittsburgh
20 jobs
Philadelphia
15 jobs
Erie
8 jobs
Cranberry Township
7 jobs
Allentown
5 jobs
Charleroi
5 jobs
Blue Bell
2 jobs
Clarks Summit
2 jobs
Conshohocken
2 jobs

Lead Software Engineer Job Market in Pennsylvania

A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • The Mannik & Smith Group
    The Mannik & Smith Group7
  • Wabtec
    Wabtec7
  • BJ's Wholesale Club
    BJ's Wholesale Club6
  • Westinghouse Electric Company
    Westinghouse Electric Company5
  • Air Products
    Air Products3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services25
  • Energy17
  • Technology & Software16
  • Automotive7
  • Retail7

What Pennsylvania Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in lead software engineer jobs across Pennsylvania.

  • 5 or more years of professional software engineering experience with demonstrated leadership
  • Proficiency in at least one major backend language such as Java, Python, Go, or C++
  • Experience designing and operating distributed systems or microservices at scale
  • Ability to mentor engineers and drive technical decisions across a team
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud, or Azure
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related technical field

Lead Software Engineer Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions

How many lead software engineer jobs are there in Pennsylvania?

There are 100+ lead software engineer openings in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Erie. New positions post regularly as employers across Pennsylvania hire.

How much do lead software engineers make in Pennsylvania?

Lead software engineers in Pennsylvania earn a median of about $126,550 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $77,750 for the lowest 10% to over $178,080 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which Pennsylvania cities have the most lead software engineer jobs?

Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Erie have the most lead software engineer openings in Pennsylvania right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire lead software engineers in Pennsylvania?

Employers hiring lead software engineers in Pennsylvania include The Mannik & Smith Group, Wabtec, and BJ's Wholesale Club, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote lead software engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

Yes. About 24% of lead software engineer openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Pennsylvania metros.

How do I apply for lead software engineer jobs in Pennsylvania?

You can apply to lead software engineer jobs in Pennsylvania directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Pennsylvania location, then apply to each one that fits.

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