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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$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in managing cross-functional programs that enhance AI data quality and evaluation. Collaborate with diverse teams to translate product needs into actionable plans, ensuring efficient d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Engineer innovative mechanical solutions by translating architectural concepts into practical designs. Collaborate across engineering disciplines while leading HVAC standards and ensuring effective ex...

Fort Worth, TXRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $155K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of scalable, cloud-native APIs. Drive innovation in a green field project while ensuring system reliability and operational health with a focus o...

Mesa, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $230K *

Partner with us to coordinate the planning and delivery of a global IP backbone, ensuring seamless connectivity and service readiness across data centers and networks while managing dependencies and d...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading warehouse design projects, managing engineering activities, and collaborating with teams to optimize material flow and layouts for enhanced efficiency. Ensure successful im...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$130K - $155K *

Engineer scalable cloud infrastructure and CI/CD systems to enhance deployment efficiency and reliability. Collaborate with teams to optimize workflows, improve observability, and ensure security comp...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead the development of cloud-based software solutions, leveraging your expertise in Azure and agile methodologies. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance business processes and delive...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$205K - $270K *

Drive your career forward by designing robust server architectures for AI solutions, ensuring high performance and scalability in fast-paced environments. Collaborate with top talent to architect syst...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of energy infrastructure by coordinating Right-of-Way Preparation and Access for major transmission projects. Drive success through strategic planning, execution, and collaboration ac...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $210K *

Lead the charge in solving complex carrier connectivity challenges in commercial insurance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline workflows and enhance product delivery, ensuring seaml...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Project Architect, leading architectural projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative designs and construction documents that meet client n...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$192K - $202K *

Lead the technical roadmap and modernize data solutions infrastructure, enhancing off-platform integrations and measurement capabilities while driving AI-first engineering initiatives and cross-team c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$67K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving the design and implementation of fire alarm and life safety systems. Collaborate with sales and operations teams to ensure compliance with codes while managing project spec...

Irving, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive excellence by leading public-infrastructure construction projects, managing field teams, and fostering client relationships. Shape a high-performing construction-services team while ensuring qua...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate organizational performance by analyzing and optimizing business processes. Collaborate with stakeholders to develop future-state models and support transformation initiatives, ensuring alignme...

Atlanta, GARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $234K *

Lead and develop a high-performing AI Engineering team, ensuring reliable delivery of AI systems. Collaborate with stakeholders to transform innovative ideas into production-ready solutions while main...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your engineering career by leading innovative projects and driving strategic technology direction in a rapidly growing organization. Collaborate across teams to champion excellence and mentor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$144K - $191K *

Develop and implement safety metrics for Level 4 autonomous vehicles, ensuring rigorous evaluation and benchmarking. Collaborate across teams to translate complex data into actionable insights for saf...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading autonomous teams to deliver high-quality software solutions for U.S. defense operators, integrating AI fluency into development practices while fostering a cult...

Itasca, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $230K *

Unlock your potential by designing robust cloud infrastructures and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with engineers to enhance deployment efficiency and software quality, while mentoring peers and driving...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Optimize project delivery by leading AI and ML initiatives, ensuring effective stakeholder engagement, budget management, and agile practices. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance supplier...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$63K - $111K *

Unlock potential by joining a collaborative team focused on geotechnical and environmental engineering projects, driving innovative designs, investigations, and solutions to support sustainable constr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$75K - $110K *

Engage in the successful delivery of automation projects, supporting execution through commissioning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality, budget, and schedule adherence while de...

Muskogee, OKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Champion complex heavy civil construction projects from planning to execution, collaborating with field leadership, clients, and subcontractors to ensure safety, quality, and successful project delive...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$205K - $270K *

Lead the charge in developing next-gen AI systems that enhance contact center operations. Collaborate cross-functionally to design, deploy, and optimize scalable machine learning solutions while mento...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.