Explore Site Reliability Engineering Manager Jobs

Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Managers lead teams that keep digital services dependable, scalable, and performant. Browse vetted Site Reliability Engineering Manager opportunities on Ladders, including roles with compensation of $100,000 or more. These positions combine technical leadership with people management and operational strategy.

What Does a Site Reliability Engineering Manager Do?

SRE Managers guide engineers responsible for service availability, incident response, monitoring, capacity planning, and operational automation. They work with software, infrastructure, security, and product teams to define reliability goals, improve systems, and balance service resilience with the pace of product development. Depending on the organization, they may also oversee on-call programs, post-incident reviews, and service-level objectives.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with cloud platforms, distributed systems, observability, infrastructure as code, and modern deployment practices. Strong candidates pair technical judgment with clear communication, coaching, prioritization, and the ability to use service-level indicators and error budgets to guide decisions. Requirements vary by company and the scope of the team.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Site Reliability Engineering Managers can find opportunities across technology, finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries that depend on highly available services. Compensation varies based on location, company, experience, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore senior engineering leadership opportunities.

Find Your Next SRE Leadership Role

Search Site Reliability Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders to discover opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals. Review each listing for responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation details, then apply to roles that match your leadership experience.

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$135K - $160K *

Transform observability in AI with strategic vision, driving technical progress across systems and agent telemetry, while enhancing developer experiences and guiding product direction at the intersect...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Innovate your career by enhancing system reliability and performance. As a key player, you'll implement SRE best practices, automate processes, and collaborate across teams to drive uptime and efficie...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $176K *

Lead the operational strategy for partner ecosystems, managing processes and technology to enhance partner engagement and streamline workflows. Drive automation and data integrity while collaborating...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $306K *

Lead and inspire a software development team to design and deploy scalable virtual networking services, ensuring reliability and performance across global cloud infrastructure while fostering collabor...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $306K *

Shape the future of distributed systems by leading a high-performing software engineering team. Drive technical design, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a culture of collaboration while deli...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$146K - $306K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop network control software for AI infrastructure, ensuring reliable, scalable operations while driving innovation and team growth in a f...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$128K - $184K *

Help us deploy, operate, and maintain resilient cloud infrastructure and microservices for U.S. government services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security, reliability, and autom...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$128K - $184K *

Build and maintain resilient infrastructure for secure government cloud services. Collaborate across teams to enhance reliability, automate operations, and ensure compliance in a dynamic, regulated en...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$262K - $364K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$192K - $278K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Reimagine quality leadership in aerospace repair by driving compliance, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Collaborate across teams to enhance product reliability and customer satisfa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $248K *

Lead engineering efforts to redefine fan support experiences by managing a skilled team, optimizing tools and workflows, and fostering collaboration across teams to deliver a best-in-class customer su...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$171K - $248K *

Elevate fan support through innovative technology and collaborative leadership. As a technical manager, drive the vision and execution for a best-in-class support experience, empowering your team to e...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$138K - $165K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$192K - $278K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$197K - $267K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $196K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$174K - $252K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$115K - $192K *

Pioneer innovative AI-driven software solutions while leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive project delivery, mentor talent, and establish best practices to enhance operational efficiency and deli...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$181K - $272K *

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Site Reliability Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Site Reliability Engineering Manager leads teams that improve service availability, performance, and scalability. Responsibilities often include reliability planning, incident management, monitoring, automation, capacity planning, and developing engineers.

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

    Employers often look for engineering leadership experience and knowledge of cloud infrastructure, distributed systems, observability, automation, and incident response. Specific requirements depend on the employer and the role.

  • How much do Site Reliability Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by location, industry, company, experience, and responsibilities. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can Site Reliability Engineering Managers work?question toggle

    SRE Managers work in technology and in other industries that rely on scalable, dependable digital services, including finance, healthcare, e-commerce, and enterprise software.

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    Browse Site Reliability Engineering Manager listings on Ladders, compare role requirements and compensation, and apply to opportunities that fit your experience and career goals.