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.

Remote
caret down
Compensation
caret down
Position Level
caret down
Time Posted
caret down
Industries
caret down
Locations
caret down
More
1
caret down

$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...

2 weeks ago

  •   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...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   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...

Yesterday

  •   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...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of IT management. As a hands-on IT Manager, you'll oversee our internal IT function, manage device fleets, and lead technology buildouts, ensuring seamless operat...

2 days ago

  •   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...

3 weeks ago

  •   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...

4 days ago

  •   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...

2 days ago

  •   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...

Itasca, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   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...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $161K *

Lead a team of software engineers to deliver innovative Warehouse Control System solutions, ensuring project success through effective management, customer engagement, and continuous improvement in en...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $161K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic software engineering team, driving project delivery and fostering talent development while ensuring customer satisfaction and effective resource allocation across...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $161K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic software engineering team to deliver innovative Warehouse Control System solutions, ensuring project success and fostering employee growth through effective manag...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $161K *

Drive success by leading a team of software engineers to deliver innovative Warehouse Control System solutions. Oversee project execution, foster talent development, and ensure customer satisfaction t...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$129K - $161K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead software engineers in delivering innovative Warehouse Control System solutions. Drive project success through effective leadership, stakeholder collaboration, and conti...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $236K *

Elevate your career by managing complex networking infrastructure programs, driving cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring seamless deployment of cutting-edge AI solutions that power global syst...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $150K *

Join us to oversee and manage diverse civil infrastructure projects, ensuring successful planning and execution while leading teams and mentoring professionals in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$193K - $309K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful GTM solutions by managing a skilled engineering team, overseeing technical operations, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to drive innovation and qua...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $350K *

Unlock your potential by shaping our evolving product from 0-1. Collaborate across the stack, understand customer needs, and innovate through direct user feedback, building a roadmap that defines our...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping robust data infrastructure that empowers teams across the organization. Drive strategy, foster innovation, and elevate team performance while ensuring reliable, high-quality...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$225K - $265K *

Unlock potential by leading a transformative data engineering team focused on building robust, high-performance data platforms. Drive innovation, foster a culture of learning, and ensure impactful out...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's building and leading a dynamic engineering organization, driving the architecture and operational excellence of our core platform while mentoring a growing team in a fast-paced envi...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading a dynamic team to enhance our core platform. Drive technical excellence, foster collaboration, and ensure reliability as we scale to meet growing demand...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of our engineering organization by leading a talented team, driving architectural excellence, and ensuring the reliability and scalability of our core platform as we grow in the bioph...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$88K - $105K *

Join a team that's advancing Toyota's engineering platforms, driving product leadership for global systems, and enhancing vehicle development operations through strategic management and cross-function...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.