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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$130K - $155K *

Empower your career by building secure delivery capabilities for engineers. You'll transform security requirements into reliable integrations and workflows, enhancing our delivery pipeline while colla...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate our go-to-market capabilities by owning the technology ecosystem, driving automation, and building scalable solutions that enhance the commercial lifecycle from pre-sales to renewals. Lead a s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $154K *

Pioneer the IT Support function in a dynamic startup environment, shaping strategy and execution. Lead cross-functional collaboration, prioritize initiatives, and enhance information security while en...

Toronto, ONRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead a team to design and oversee civil structural projects, ensuring quality and technical excellence across all phases. Collaborate with clients and mentor junior engineers while managing diverse pr...

West Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $170K *

Champion comprehensive technical and legal vetting of real estate assets, ensuring seamless transitions from site selection to construction. Lead due diligence efforts, navigate regulatory hurdles, an...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$106K - $198K *

Lead the charge in developing mission-critical Command & Control solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system requirements and create innovative architectures that meet diverse...

Colorado, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing network engineering team, overseeing design and delivery of AI data center networks. Foster growth, ensure operational excellence, and drive innovation...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$191K - $258K *

Optimize identity and access controls to enhance security and streamline user access across infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement robust IAM solutions that support evolv...

CanadaRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$193K - $261K *

Innovate secure identity and access controls to enhance authentication and authorization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline identity lifecycle management and ensure reliable IAM se...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $110K *

Engage clients by leading the technical onboarding of a digital banking platform. Collaborate with internal teams to customize features, support data conversion, and ensure timely, high-quality deploy...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $148K *

Drive technical solutions by collaborating with sales teams and customers to enhance industrial communications products. Develop sales strategies, manage customer relationships, and ensure compliance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$90K - $110K *

Help us drive project success by managing AV integration projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while fostering collaboration within...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power systems for utility-scale solar PV and BESS projects. Conduct critical electrical studies, collaborate with teams, and ensure safe grid connections while advancing clean ener...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Champion quality by designing and leading automated testing strategies for diverse products. Collaborate with engineers to enhance test frameworks, mentor teams, and ensure high standards across platf...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $280K *

Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing our web platform and AI agents, ensuring seamless integration for marketing use cases. Drive technical decisions and empower marketers with tools to inno...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $188K *

Transform the future by joining our agile team to enhance air missile defense systems. Collaborate on software design, integration, and testing while addressing cybersecurity needs for international c...

Lone Tree, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

Transform the technical department by leading a team, ensuring quality control, and enhancing customer satisfaction through effective management and support. Drive operational excellence while fosteri...

Fishers, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of energy by leveraging your expertise in protection and controls engineering. Collaborate on innovative projects, mentor junior engineers, and drive impactful so...

Houston, TXRemote

2 days ago

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

$205K - $231K *

Lead the charge in securing software delivery by designing robust CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native architectures. Collaborate with teams to enhance security practices and proactively address emerging...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $175K *

Transform secure software delivery by designing and maintaining robust CI/CD pipelines, implementing security controls, and leading cloud-native product hardening efforts to minimize risk and enhance...

CanadaRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading complex commercial real estate due diligence projects. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide technical guidance and client leadership, ensuring high-quality d...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $165K *

Engage with clients to assess technical needs and demonstrate how our solutions meet their requirements. Collaborate with sales teams to secure wins, conduct demos, and build lasting relationships wit...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $165K *

Empower clients by leveraging technical expertise to demonstrate product value, cultivate relationships, and drive sales success through effective communication and strategic engagement with stakehold...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion project success by managing software implementations across diverse teams. Drive efficiency and functionality through effective communication, risk management, and strategic planning, ensurin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Optimize the ML platform by enhancing feature stores and deployment tools, enabling data scientists to train and deploy models independently. Drive efficiency and scalability while ensuring robust mon...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.