Explore Engineering Manager Jobs

Engineering Managers guide technical teams, connect engineering work to business goals, and help organizations build reliable products and systems. Browse vetted Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across software, infrastructure, data, and other technology disciplines.

What Does an Engineering Manager Do?

Engineering Managers lead engineers and support their development while overseeing planning, execution, and delivery. Depending on the organization, the role may include hiring and coaching, setting team priorities, coordinating with product and design partners, managing project risks, and improving engineering processes. Some managers remain technically hands-on, while others focus primarily on people leadership and organizational effectiveness.

Common Engineering Manager Responsibilities

  • Set clear goals and help teams deliver high-quality software or technical systems.
  • Coach engineers, provide feedback, and support career growth.
  • Partner with product, design, operations, and business stakeholders.
  • Guide technical planning, architecture discussions, and operational improvements.
  • Manage staffing, timelines, and delivery risks.

Skills and Experience Employers Look For

Employers commonly seek a blend of engineering experience and leadership ability. Relevant strengths may include software development or systems expertise, communication, prioritization, mentorship, decision-making, and the ability to lead through change. Requirements vary by team and industry; some roles emphasize a particular technology stack, while others prioritize experience building teams and delivering complex programs.

Find Your Next Engineering Leadership Role

Use Ladders to explore vetted Engineering Manager jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, seniority, and technical focus to find a position aligned with your experience and leadership goals.

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$181K - $213K *

Take ownership of a customer-facing product area, driving strategy and execution. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, leverage AI, and achieve key performance metrics while deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by providing technical leadership on high-impact cloud projects. Collaborate with a distributed team to enhance our cloud platform's efficiency and drive strategic initiatives acro...

Plano, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $155K *

Optimize infrastructure and CI/CD workflows while leading a skilled team. Drive reliability and innovation in production systems, leveraging AI for automation and ensuring seamless delivery across pla...

Brooklyn, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive the Salesforce Engineering Team to enhance our critical platform. Lead, mentor, and develop engineers while collaborating with business leaders to deliver scalable solutions and champion best pr...

Portland, ORRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $230K *

Join a team that's redefining product engineering by owning high-impact areas from concept to launch. Collaborate closely with leadership to enhance user experiences and drive innovation in a fast-pac...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $203K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team to innovate and deliver a next-gen compliance platform. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and ensure reliable systems while collaborating across teams to ac...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $200K *

Drive impactful design and development of front-end features, owning the code from concept to production. Collaborate with teams to establish design systems and set direction for user-centric products...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $110K *

Shape the future of electric power generation by designing innovative instrumentation and control systems. Collaborate with diverse teams to deliver advanced solutions and lead projects that enhance e...

Warrenville, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$116K - $170K *

Champion electrical engineering excellence by leading installation standards, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement in warehouse systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to e...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate and deliver backend solutions, enhancing our technology's reach. Engage hands-on in coding and architecture while mentoring others, ensuring high-quality so...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Optimize your career by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud infrastructure for federal spectrum management systems, ensuring reliability and compliance while mentoring junior enginee...

Washington, DCRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion customer success by leading the migration to our next-gen platform. Drive adoption, ensure seamless onboarding, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance product value and performance for...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Empower innovation as you design and develop industrial products, coordinate projects, and support technical sales. Collaborate with teams to create efficient solutions from concept to installation, e...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $170K *

Join a team that's transforming digital services for Veterans by leading a skilled engineering group. You'll balance hands-on technical leadership with mentoring, driving the development of scalable J...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$121K - $164K *

Champion a team of analysts to enhance enterprise infrastructure services, ensuring reliable support and operational excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align priorities and drive c...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $180K *

Drive innovative electrical design solutions for high-density compute environments. Collaborate across teams to ensure compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior engineers. Make a signi...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing engineering team focused on firewall validation and security. Drive collaboration across technical and product teams while fostering an inclusive enviro...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform business workflows by developing and maintaining applications that enhance productivity and information sharing across teams. Collaborate with IT and business units to deliver innovative sol...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$192K - $278K *

Lead and grow a high-performing engineering team responsible for the reliability and scalability of critical data systems. Drive architectural decisions, incident response, and team development while...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing our subledger platform, ensuring accurate financial reporting and reconciliation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evolve our financial architecture while mentori...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $160K *

Elevate financial accuracy by leading the Subledger team, ensuring seamless transaction recording and reconciliation across all operations. Collaborate with Finance and Engineering to drive system arc...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$148K - $212K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in software engineering. Lead a talented group to deliver scalable solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a collaborative environment while mentori...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$202K - $253K *

Drive the development of AI-driven coaching solutions, overseeing multiple squads from prototype to production. Ensure quality delivery, manage resources effectively, and foster team growth while main...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead compliance initiatives by managing cybersecurity projects and teams. Collaborate with clients to ensure excellence in service delivery while steering resource strategy and risk mitigation to meet...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovating product design and development. You'll enhance performance and efficiency while collaborating on technical solutions and supporting project documentation to...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is an Engineering Manager?question toggle

    An Engineering Manager leads engineering teams, supports employee growth, and helps plan and deliver technical work in alignment with product and business priorities.

  • What does an Engineering Manager do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work can include coaching engineers, setting priorities, reviewing delivery progress, coordinating with partner teams, resolving blockers, and contributing to technical or operational decisions.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for substantial engineering experience, a record of delivering technical projects, and demonstrated skills in communication, mentorship, planning, and team leadership.

  • Are Engineering Manager jobs available for $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Yes. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including Engineering Manager opportunities. Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company, and role scope.

  • How can I find the right Engineering Manager job?question toggle

    Compare openings by technical specialty, industry, location, team scope, and leadership expectations. Review each listing to understand its responsibilities and qualifications, then apply to roles that match your experience and goals.