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Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Program Principal Manager (C++ Software Developer) to support our work at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) . This opportunity is ...

Overview Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Program Principal Manager (C++ Software Developer) to support our work at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) . This opportunity is ...

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Join the Clean Energy Revolution Become a Principal Manager - Portfolio Strategy, Compliance & Systems Enablement at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you ...

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Principal Manager I LOCATION: San Francisco or Sacramento OVERVIEW The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Principal Manager I in the Branch Accounting and ...

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Principal Manager I LOCATION: San Francisco or Sacramento JOB OPENING #: 6729 OVERVIEW The Judicial Council of California is accepting applications for the position of Principal Manager I in the ...

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How much do principal manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for principal manager in the United States is $109,393.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $125,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Principal Manager vs Project Manager?

AspectPrincipal ManagerProject Manager
CredentialsTypically requires advanced degrees and extensive experience in management or industry-specific certificationsRequires project management certifications like PMP and relevant experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple teams or departments, strategic planning, high-level decision makingFocuses on planning, executing, and closing individual projects within scope, time, and budget
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in corporate, technology, and consulting firms for leadership rolesUsed across industries for managing specific projects in construction, IT, marketing, etc.

The main difference is that a Principal Manager holds a higher-level, strategic leadership role overseeing multiple teams or departments, while a Project Manager focuses on managing specific projects. Both roles require strong management skills and relevant certifications, but their scope and responsibilities differ significantly.

What is a principal manager?

A principal manager is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing multiple teams or departments within an organization, often focusing on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and high-level decision-making. They typically require strong leadership skills, industry experience, and may hold advanced certifications or degrees. The role involves managing resources, setting goals, and ensuring organizational objectives are met.

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Infographic showing various Principal Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,393 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Program Principal Engineer

BCC-NIH

Bethesda, MD • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago


Job description

Overview
Black Canyon Consulting (BCC) is searching for a Program Principal Manager (C++ Software Developer) to support our work at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). This opportunity is full time and onsite/hybrid at the NIH in Bethesda, MD.
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for the development, implementation, testing, and continued maintenance of NCBI bioinformatics software and information retrieval systems
  • Work with a diverse group of scientists, bioinformaticians and other developers across the center to implement efficient bioinformatics algorithms
  • Learn new technologies, keep up with internal systems, and share your knowledge with the team
Required qualifications:
  • 3+ years of experience handling large amounts of data or working in a distributed computing environment
  • Programming experience in a Linux environment
  • Proficiency in C++
  • Experience with MS SQL server and relational database design and optimization
  • Fluency in some scripting languages such as BASH, csh, Perl, or Python
Preferred qualifications:
  • 5+ years of working with genetic and biological data
  • Proficiency in Python and/or JavaScript and familiarity with their associated ecosystems
  • Experience with MongoDB or other NoSQL database technology
  • Experience with Docker or other containerization mechanisms
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines, unit testing, integration and regression testing
  • Experience using GitHub
  • Experience with Cloud technologies a strong plus

We attract the best people in the business with our competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k plan with employer contribution, paid holidays, vacation, and tuition reimbursement. If you enjoy being a part of a high performing, professional service and technology focused organization, please apply today!