Mid Level Principal Engineer Jobs

Mid level principal engineer jobs go to engineers ready to own projects end to end, guide junior teammates, and drive architectural decisions with limited oversight. Openings cover on-site, remote, and hybrid settings across Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like Northrop Grumman, CVS Health, and Raytheon hiring at this level now.

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Overview

Open roles1,670+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerNorthrop Grumman
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type80% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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NYOS Charter School
Administrative Assistant to the Principal
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NYOS Charter School
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Administrative Assistant to the Principal
NYOS Charter School
Austin, Texas
Consulting & Professional Services
Program Management
Project Management
$30k - $35k/yr
High school diploma or GED
201-500

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T-Mobile
Principal Architects, Systems
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T-Mobile
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Principal Architects, Systems
T-Mobile
Bothell, Washington
AI (Artificial Intelligence)
Data Analytics
Data Science
$161k - $218k/yr
Master's degree
10,000+

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Honeywell
Materials Management Principal
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Honeywell
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Materials Management Principal
Honeywell
Charlotte, North Carolina
Logistics & Inventory
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering
10,000+

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Principal - IDEA Frontier College Prep (Immediate Opening)
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Principal - IDEA Frontier College Prep (Immediate Opening)
IDEA Public Schools
Brownsville, Texas
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Teaching & Instruction
$102k - $121k/yr
Master's degree

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Evergreen Charter School
Assistant Principal
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Evergreen Charter School
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Assistant Principal
Evergreen Charter School
Hempstead, New York
Corporate Training
Curriculum Design
Educational Administration
$80k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree

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Mid Level Principal Engineer Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Northrop Grumman
    Northrop Grumman197
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health114
  • Raytheon
    Raytheon89
  • Collins Aerospace
    Collins Aerospace82
  • Walmart
    Walmart52

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software274
  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals155
  • Healthcare & Medical Services134
  • Education125
  • Aerospace & Defense102

Mid Level Principal Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get a mid level principal engineer job?

Position yourself around ownership, not just contribution. Highlight projects where you made key technical decisions, delivered end-to-end outcomes, and unblocked teammates. Applications stand out when they show concrete scope, not just a list of technologies. Write to the responsibilities in the job posting, and be specific about what you built, why you chose that approach, and what the result was.

Which companies hire mid level principal engineers?

Companies hiring mid level principal engineers right now include Northrop Grumman, CVS Health, and Raytheon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level comes from a broad mix of employers, including large technology organizations, growth-stage product companies, and enterprise firms modernizing their engineering teams.

Are there remote mid level principal engineer jobs?

Yes, and a significant share of openings offer flexibility. About 20% of mid level principal engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how widely distributed engineering teams have become. On-site roles still exist, particularly at companies that prioritize in-person collaboration for complex technical work.

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

The path from entry level to mid level is built through deeper ownership over time. Early in your career, focus on delivering reliably within defined scope. Then push into designing solutions, not just implementing them. Seek out projects where you lead a piece of the work, mentor a newer engineer, and make decisions that others depend on. Consistent, measurable impact in those areas signals readiness for mid level responsibilities.

Which industries hire the most mid level principal engineers?

Mid Level principal engineer roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors tend to drive the most hiring at this level because they operate complex, high-stakes technical systems that require engineers who can own significant components with minimal day-to-day supervision.