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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$197K - $221K *

Empower client success by leading technical engagements and multidisciplinary teams. Drive project excellence from concept to execution, ensuring alignment and clarity in engineering decisions while e...

Denver, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

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United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $110K *

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New York, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product innovation. Own strategy and execution, collaborating with cross-functional teams to transform customer insights into impactful solutions that drive business success and enh...

Alpharetta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion cloud infrastructure and DevOps practices, ensuring security and reliability for public sector platforms. Drive automation, CI/CD pipelines, and observability while collaborating with cross-f...

Montreal, QCRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $211K *

Drive innovation as a Senior Full Stack Engineer, owning complex features from architecture to deployment. Collaborate with a dynamic team to shape a secure PaaS for federal clients, ensuring reliabil...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $164K *

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1 week ago

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

$170K - $185K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $368K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$97K - $147K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$159K - $219K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$96K - $144K *

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Maryland, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $128K *

Transform data-driven applications by leveraging your software development expertise. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, implement, and enhance solutions that improve decision-making...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of systems engineering by supporting requirements development, integration, and validation for complex technical programs. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure mission s...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in transforming patient engagement by integrating booking into our core product. Drive innovative experiments and optimize multi-channel outreach to ensure underserved communities rece...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $205K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$197K - $273K *

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Arizona, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$218K - $303K *

Elevate your career by collaborating with Enterprise clients to address complex data needs. Leverage your technical expertise to drive successful sales cycles and deliver impactful solutions that enha...

California, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $246K *

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Texas, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $173K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of software engineering by leading the design and implementation of innovative platforms, driving full-stack development, and mentoring teams to achieve technical...

Portland, MERemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $180K *

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$143K - $238K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.