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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$94K - $270K *

Unlock your potential by leading data engineering efforts in modernization projects, focusing on AI-ready data pipelines and governance. Collaborate with agile teams to ensure quality and trust in dat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $253K *

Unlock potential by leading data engineering modernization efforts, focusing on batch and streaming pipelines, AI-ready data, and governance frameworks to ensure trust and quality in data consumption...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Transform data engineering practices by leading modernization efforts, focusing on batch and streaming pipelines, AI-ready data, and governance frameworks to ensure trust and quality in data consumpti...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Drive data modernization by leading engineering efforts on batch and streaming pipelines, ensuring data governance for AI readiness. Collaborate with agile teams to deliver high-quality, trustworthy d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Drive data engineering modernization by creating robust pipelines and governance frameworks for AI and analytics, ensuring high-quality, trustworthy data for impactful decision-making and innovation...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Take ownership of data engineering modernization efforts, leading the design and implementation of batch and streaming pipelines, ensuring data governance, and enabling AI consumption while collaborat...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead data engineering efforts on modernization projects, focusing on AI-ready data pipelines and governance. Collaborate in agile environments to enhance data quality and ob...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Unlock potential by leading data engineering modernization efforts, focusing on batch and streaming pipelines, AI-ready data, and governance. Collaborate in agile teams to ensure data quality and obse...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $198K *

Pioneer the strategic direction and growth of aerospace product portfolios. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize product lifecycle management, drive profitability, and enhance customer satisfaction...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$132K - $198K *

Champion product strategy and growth in aerospace controls. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize product portfolios, drive customer satisfaction, and achieve financial objectives while managing the...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $155K *

Lead the charge in process engineering for fuel projects, optimizing performance and safety while collaborating with contractors and teams to ensure operational excellence and compliance with industry...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $155K *

Shape the future of fuel processing by leading engineering initiatives, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency in a dynamic in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $185K *

Empower a dynamic team by building innovative web interfaces for aircraft operations. Lead hiring, set technical direction, and collaborate across teams to deliver high-quality software while actively...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $199K *

Join a dynamic team to lead large-scale data center projects, ensuring seamless execution from order to deployment. Drive customer satisfaction and operational excellence while collaborating with cros...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Drive project success by supervising operations, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining quality standards. Lead business development efforts and foster client relationships while managing staff per...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of ecological restoration by leading complex projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and drive business growth while mentoring junior pro...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$133K - $156K *

Drive the development and modernization of core banking applications, leading a team of engineers to ensure system stability, operational efficiency, and alignment with business objectives while foste...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Lead the charge in transforming core banking applications by mentoring a skilled engineering team, driving modernization efforts, and ensuring system reliability while collaborating with business lead...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Drive the modernization and support of Hogan-based core banking applications, leading a team of engineers to deliver scalable solutions while ensuring system stability and operational efficiency acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Lead the charge in mentoring a team of engineers to enhance and modernize core banking applications, ensuring reliable performance and strategic alignment with business objectives through best practic...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Lead and mentor a team of engineers to design and modernize core banking applications, ensuring high performance and reliability while driving application development and integration initiatives acros...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$133K - $156K *

Shape the future of banking technology by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive modernization and enhance core banking applications while ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Innovate and lead technology implementation projects across a multi-state organization, ensuring seamless integration and scalability while collaborating with diverse teams to enhance operational effi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Manage high-end commercial glazing projects from preconstruction to closeout. Collaborate with clients, contractors, and teams to ensure timely, budget-friendly, and quality delivery across North Amer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $275K *

Drive innovation by leading a multidisciplinary team in developing embedded software solutions. Oversee the entire software lifecycle, ensuring adherence to standards while fostering collaboration in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.