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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$200K - $225K *

Drive the design and delivery of innovative AI-driven applications. Oversee the full development lifecycle, ensuring scalability and reliability in multi-tenant enterprise solutions while collaboratin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Champion innovative healthcare solutions by designing and building core applications. Collaborate across teams to create impactful software that enhances patient care and operational efficiency in a d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $126K *

Join us to manage complex healthcare construction projects, ensuring timely delivery and high customer satisfaction. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize designs and workflows while overseeing al...

New Orleans, LARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Engineer secure delivery pipelines by integrating security checks into CI/CD workflows. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability and streamline processes, ensuring secure software deployment whil...

Union, NJRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Transform security practices by integrating robust delivery checks into CI/CD workflows. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance software security, streamline processes, and ensure reliable depl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of automation by driving complex sales cycles, building executive relationships, and exceeding targets in the Consumer & Life Sciences sectors. Leverage your expertise to deliver tail...

Irving, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving sales excellence in cutting-edge automation solutions across diverse industries. Build strong executive relationships, manage a robust pipeline, and exceed your...

Detroit, MIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$131K - $196K *

Lead the charge in developing and scaling innovative front-end solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality, secure, and performant systems while mentoring junior engin...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's committed to fostering a total quality culture while driving compliance and continuous improvement initiatives. Lead quality management efforts to enhance product standards and oper...

Texas, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $210K *

Engage with customers to design tailored solutions utilizing Zoo's APIs, driving adoption and ensuring successful integration, while supporting sales with technical expertise and customer demonstratio...

Los Angeles, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of interconnect technology by designing innovative connector solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to collaborate globally and meet the demands of leadin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming fragmented enterprise data into trusted products and production ML models. Collaborate with clients to design scalable data solutions and apply machine learning, ensuri...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Champion the design systems for institutional and consumer products, ensuring precision and accessibility. Collaborate closely with engineers to deliver high-quality components and documentation, driv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $135K *

Join us to build and scale a high-performing PMO, leading project management initiatives while developing talent and establishing processes that enhance client delivery and satisfaction in the public...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $160K *

Join a team that's tackling complex engineering challenges across various industries. You'll analyze failures, manage projects, and contribute to the growth of our Environmental Engineering practice w...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$170K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to lead AI agent deployments in healthcare. Leverage your software engineering expertise and client-facing skills to drive technical delivery, influence product development, and en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$103K - $140K *

Shape the future of finance data by collaborating with stakeholders to build reliable data models that enhance reporting and decision-making. Drive analytics projects from inception to delivery, ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager, leading national infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Drive strategic objectives while managing multiple projects from initiation to...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing complex infrastructure projects for financial services clients. Oversee planning, execution, and completion of renovations and upgrades, ensuring alignment with strategic o...

Knoxville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform project delivery by leading national infrastructure renovations for financial services clients. Manage multiple projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with strategic obje...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$170K - $190K *

Champion a transformative integration strategy that connects AI governance tools, leading a dedicated team to enhance automation and evidence collection while driving customer success through innovati...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex cloud and data center solutions by leading implementations, ensuring technical readiness, and delivering exceptional customer support throughout the project lifecycle. Drive innovati...

Savannah, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Lead the development of a robust web application by designing, coding, and testing software while mentoring junior engineers. Collaborate on process improvements and ensure compliance with industry re...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$224K - $356K *

Empower the future of software delivery by developing Nix packages and automation tools. Collaborate with product teams to streamline release processes, enhance usability, and reduce manual tasks, ens...

California, USRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive product strategy and execution for a core area of a leading platform, leveraging deep industry expertise to translate business priorities into impactful product outcomes while collaborating acro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.