Technical Support Manager Jobs

Technical Support Managers lead teams that help customers and employees resolve complex technology issues. They combine technical knowledge with people leadership, operational planning, and a focus on reliable service. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find Technical Support Manager roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Technical Support Manager Do?

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but these managers typically oversee support teams, set service standards, and ensure issues are resolved efficiently. They may manage escalations, monitor service-level agreements, improve support processes, and coordinate with engineering, product, IT, and customer success teams. Many also contribute to hiring, coaching, workforce planning, and reporting on support performance.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience managing technical support or service desk teams, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with ticketing systems, IT service management practices, customer support platforms, and performance metrics can be valuable. Depending on the role, knowledge of cloud services, networking, cybersecurity, or enterprise software may also be important. Successful managers balance technical judgment with empathy and clear decision-making.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Technical Support Managers work across technology companies, financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, and other sectors that rely on dependable technical service. With experience, professionals may progress to senior support leadership, director of technical support, customer experience, service delivery, or IT operations roles. The best-fit opportunity depends on team size, product complexity, customer base, and the manager’s preferred balance of hands-on technical work and organizational leadership.

Find Technical Support Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, compare leadership opportunities, and identify positions that align with your technical background and career goals.

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$108K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our company by driving sales growth, managing client relationships, and collaborating with teams to achieve targets. Leverage your expertise in IT Security/Networking to expand...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$113K - $181K *

Pioneer a high-performing team in delivering impactful technical assistance programs. Lead program managers and specialists to enhance service delivery, operational excellence, and partner satisfactio...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $199K *

Empower sales excellence by leading, coaching, and developing a high-performing team to achieve ambitious revenue targets and foster strong client relationships in a dynamic, collaborative environment...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $126K *

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Washington, DCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $126K *

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Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $126K *

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Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $126K *

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Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $155K *

Innovate product strategy and execution, bridging cross-functional teams to deliver impactful solutions that align with customer needs and organizational goals throughout the product lifecycle...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $233K *

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Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $162K *

Champion customer support by managing maintenance services and operations. Lead a team to ensure timely resolutions and enhance product performance while utilizing technical expertise and strategic pl...

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$212K - $294K *

Drive a high-performing team of data platform specialists to enhance enterprise sales, streamline customer adoption, and lead technical strategies in a rapidly evolving data landscape, ensuring alignm...

California, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $285K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$70K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$215K - $307K *

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $185K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$102K - $190K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion the technical side of sales by delivering tailored demos, managing RFPs, and collaborating on complex deals. Immerse yourself in the sales cycle, ensuring prospects see the value of our solut...

Chicago, ILRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $160K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $190K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $141K *

Drive efficiency and reliability by leading a team of Controls Engineers to enhance regional plant technology and optimize machine processes, ensuring consistent implementation of industry standards a...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Technical Support Manager do?question toggle

    A Technical Support Manager leads support professionals who diagnose and resolve technical issues. The role commonly includes managing escalations, setting service standards, tracking performance, improving processes, and coordinating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Technical Support Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for experience in technical support or IT service operations, people-management ability, strong communication skills, and familiarity with support tools and service metrics. Some positions also require expertise in a particular technology, industry, or product.

  • What skills are important for a Technical Support Manager?question toggle

    Important skills include team leadership, customer communication, troubleshooting, escalation management, process improvement, and data-informed decision-making. Technical requirements vary based on the employer’s products and infrastructure.

  • Where do Technical Support Managers work?question toggle

    They work in many industries, including software and technology, telecommunications, healthcare, financial services, and enterprise IT. Organizations with complex products or large support operations may have dedicated technical support management teams.

  • How can I find $100,000+ Technical Support Manager jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities and review listings for compensation, responsibilities, and qualifications. Ladders focuses on jobs paying $100,000 or more.