Explore IT Engineering Manager Jobs

IT Engineering Managers lead the teams and technical initiatives that keep organizations moving forward. They combine engineering expertise with people leadership, planning, and delivery skills to build reliable systems and develop high-performing teams. Explore vetted IT Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does an IT Engineering Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by organization and team, but commonly include setting technical direction, overseeing software or infrastructure projects, managing schedules and resources, and partnering with product, security, and business teams. Managers also coach engineers, support hiring and performance development, and help ensure that systems meet standards for reliability, security, and scalability.

Skills Employers Look For

Employers often seek a blend of technical judgment and leadership. Relevant strengths may include software or systems engineering experience, project and program delivery, architecture and cloud knowledge, clear communication, stakeholder management, and the ability to prioritize work. Experience building inclusive teams and improving engineering processes can also be valuable.

IT Engineering Manager Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as location, industry, company size, technical specialization, and the scope of the role. Many experienced IT Engineering Manager positions offer compensation of $100,000 or more. Career paths may lead to senior engineering management, director-level leadership, or broader technology executive roles.

Find IT Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse IT Engineering Manager openings and discover opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore their next leadership move.

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Empower your career by leading IT projects from inception to completion, ensuring high-quality delivery and fostering collaboration across teams. Drive process improvements and manage technology initi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $108K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance aerospace testing processes through innovative design and maintenance of test systems. Collaborate across disciplines to ensure reliability and efficiency in equipment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $108K *

Elevate aerospace testing capabilities by designing, maintaining, and optimizing test systems. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliability and efficiency in complex mechanical and electronic system...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$65K - $150K *

Champion the design, security, and maintenance of IT infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance across all business units. Collaborate with teams to enhance capabilities and support seamless operati...

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

$151K - $273K *

Advance your career by leading a high-performing team to design and scale a cloud-native Kubernetes platform, driving innovation and operational excellence in a collaborative environment focused on se...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Manage and execute engineering projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical, safety, and regulatory standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Drive engineering excellence by managing projects from conception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver on t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate project delivery by managing engineering initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in managing engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on t...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Optimize engineering project execution by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and delivering projects on time and within budget throughout the ent...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Lead a team of IT professionals to enhance technology solutions, ensuring operational excellence and security. Oversee infrastructure, cybersecurity, and service delivery while driving continuous impr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing firmware program timelines, ensuring quality and timely delivery for connected devices. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive innovative solutions and maintain robust com...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Explore innovative software solutions in a dynamic engineering environment, collaborating with a dedicated team to drive client success and enhance technical skills. Embrace a culture focused on probl...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$86K - $198K *

Transform your career by leading systems engineering efforts for U.S. Navy munition programs. Drive technical solutions, collaborate with teams, and ensure system integrity throughout the development...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $198K *

Lead the design and development of complex systems, translating customer needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and support national security mission...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $300K *

Optimize engineering leadership by managing and growing software teams while staying involved in coding and design, fostering collaboration, and delivering high-quality, innovative solutions to comple...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$405K *

Empower our Integrity and Attestation team to ensure secure, verifiable systems. Lead the development of robust security practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to safeguard sensitive dat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$405K *

Lead the charge in securing integrity across diverse hardware platforms. Drive the roadmap for remote attestation and build systems that ensure trusted workloads, while managing a high-performing team...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $165K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by driving innovative design and project execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring successful product la...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$165K - $203K *

Lead the charge in innovative software solutions, leveraging over a decade of engineering expertise to drive technology leadership and management initiatives, fostering collaboration and excellence ac...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Empower a dynamic applications engineering team by providing technical leadership and operational guidance. Drive customer success through effective support, resource prioritization, and collaboration...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$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...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Elevate engineering excellence by leading autonomous teams to deliver innovative defense software solutions. Drive AI adoption and ensure high-quality outcomes while fostering a culture of growth and...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    An IT Engineering Manager guides engineering teams and technical projects, sets or helps shape technical direction, coordinates delivery, and develops team members. The role often involves collaboration with product, security, operations, and business stakeholders.

  • What qualifications are common for IT Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial engineering experience, a record of delivering technical projects, and demonstrated people or team leadership. Depending on the role, expertise in software, infrastructure, cloud platforms, architecture, or security may be important.

  • How much do IT Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, employer, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including IT Engineering Manager opportunities.

  • What skills are important for an IT Engineering Manager?question toggle

    Important skills often include technical decision-making, team development, project planning, communication, prioritization, and stakeholder collaboration. Employers may also value experience improving engineering processes and delivering reliable, secure systems.

  • What career paths can follow an IT Engineering Manager role?question toggle

    Potential next steps include senior engineering manager, director of engineering or IT, and broader technology leadership roles. Career progression depends on an individual’s experience, organization, and area of specialization.