Engineering Manager Jobs in California
Engineering Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in technology, aerospace, semiconductors, and clean energy, with openings at every level from newly promoted team leads to senior directors overseeing multi-site organizations. The largest hiring markets are the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where companies like Apple, Google, and Northrop Grumman maintain major engineering operations and regularly add engineering managers across hardware, software, and systems disciplines. Demand is especially strong in product engineering, software infrastructure, and embedded systems management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Tyler Technologies is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join the Enterprise Supervision engineering organization. In this role, you will lead a team of software engineers building cloud-native solutions on AWS while maintaining and evolving an established product platform. You will partner closely with product management, architecture, and peer engineering teams to deliver high-quality software that serves public safety and enterprise customers across the country. This position is based in our Modesto, CA office with a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on-site. If you are a technically grounded leader who thrives on developing talent, driving continuous improvement, and shipping reliable software at scale, we want to hear from you.
Hybrid Work Policy: The candidate is required to report into the Modesto, CA office at least 3x per week.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of software engineers responsible for building and maintaining Enterprise Supervision features on a modern AWS-native platform (Lambda, SQS, RDS, ECS, and related services) alongside a legacy PHP stack, including engineers who work remotely.
- Partner with product management, architecture, platform operations, and support to align development priorities with business goals and customer outcomes.
- Coach, mentor, and develop engineers through regular one-on-ones, performance evaluations, and career growth planning; foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
- Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices to improve delivery velocity, quality, and operational reliability across the software development lifecycle.
- Balance roadmap execution with operational escalations; work with engineering peers to prioritize effectively and protect team capacity without sacrificing responsiveness to production issues.
- Define and track Key Performance Indicators to measure team health and delivery effectiveness; use data to identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to the year-over-year evolution of the Enterprise Supervision product and its underlying platform, including ongoing cloud modernization efforts.
- Champion process improvement initiatives across the team, including tooling enhancements, internal education programs, and engineering best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience leading software engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to develop talent and deliver complex software projects on time.
- Hands-on software engineering background with experience building or maintaining large-scale web applications; familiarity with PHP, Node.js, MySQL, and RESTful API design is a plus.
- Experience with AWS services, particularly serverless and container-based architectures (Lambda, SQS, RDS, ECS), or comparable cloud platforms.
- Strong understanding of DevOps principles and modern software delivery practices, including CI/CD pipeline design and operation.
- Experience working within an Agile framework (Scrum or similar) and solid familiarity with SDLC principles and methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to make sound, timely decisions and navigate complex organizational and technical challenges.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time to our Plano, TX office.
INTRODUCTION
Tyler Technologies is seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join the Enterprise Supervision engineering organization. In this role, you will lead a team of software engineers building cloud-native solutions on AWS while maintaining and evolving an established product platform. You will partner closely with product management, architecture, and peer engineering teams to deliver high-quality software that serves public safety and enterprise customers across the country. This position is based in our Modesto, CA office with a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week on-site. If you are a technically grounded leader who thrives on developing talent, driving continuous improvement, and shipping reliable software at scale, we want to hear from you.
Hybrid Work Policy: The candidate is required to report into the Modesto, CA office at least 3x per week.
Responsibilities
- Lead a team of software engineers responsible for building and maintaining Enterprise Supervision features on a modern AWS-native platform (Lambda, SQS, RDS, ECS, and related services) alongside a legacy PHP stack, including engineers who work remotely.
- Partner with product management, architecture, platform operations, and support to align development priorities with business goals and customer outcomes.
- Coach, mentor, and develop engineers through regular one-on-ones, performance evaluations, and career growth planning; foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and innovation.
- Drive adoption of Agile methodologies and DevOps practices to improve delivery velocity, quality, and operational reliability across the software development lifecycle.
- Balance roadmap execution with operational escalations; work with engineering peers to prioritize effectively and protect team capacity without sacrificing responsiveness to production issues.
- Define and track Key Performance Indicators to measure team health and delivery effectiveness; use data to identify and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to the year-over-year evolution of the Enterprise Supervision product and its underlying platform, including ongoing cloud modernization efforts.
- Champion process improvement initiatives across the team, including tooling enhancements, internal education programs, and engineering best practices.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field required.
- Minimum of 4 years of experience leading software engineering teams, with demonstrated ability to develop talent and deliver complex software projects on time.
- Hands-on software engineering background with experience building or maintaining large-scale web applications; familiarity with PHP, Node.js, MySQL, and RESTful API design is a plus.
- Experience with AWS services, particularly serverless and container-based architectures (Lambda, SQS, RDS, ECS), or comparable cloud platforms.
- Strong understanding of DevOps principles and modern software delivery practices, including CI/CD pipeline design and operation.
- Experience working within an Agile framework (Scrum or similar) and solid familiarity with SDLC principles and methodologies.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to make sound, timely decisions and navigate complex organizational and technical challenges.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple workstreams simultaneously.
- Ability to travel approximately 10% of the time to our Plano, TX office.
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Engineering Manager Job Market in California
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Who's Hiring
- Apple259
- NVIDIA102
- BKF Engineers94
- Google69
- Amazon55
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software710
- Electronics & Hardware342
- Consulting & Professional Services308
- Banking & Financial Services110
- Construction & Real Estate70
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering manager jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline
- Five or more years of engineering experience with two or more years in a people management role
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in a California-based product or systems environment
- Experience with Agile, Scrum, or similar software or hardware development methodologies
- Strong background in roadmap planning, technical recruiting, and performance management
- Familiarity with California labor law requirements including meal breaks, overtime, and wage notice obligations
Engineering Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering manager in California?
Most engineering managers in California move into the role from senior individual contributor positions after building credibility as technical leads or staff engineers. California does not require a state-issued management license for most engineering manager roles, though engineering managers overseeing licensed engineering work may need a Professional Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors, and Geologists. A bachelor's degree in an engineering or technical field is the standard baseline.
Which companies hire engineering managers in California?
Employers hiring engineering managers in California right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and BKF Engineers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's density of technology headquarters, aerospace primes, and semiconductor firms means engineering manager roles open across a wider range of industries here than in most other states.
Which California cities have the most engineering manager jobs?
San Francisco, Cupertino, and Santa Clara have the most engineering manager openings in California. The Bay Area's concentration of technology headquarters drives the highest volume, while Los Angeles draws demand from aerospace, entertainment technology, and defense contractors, and San Diego's strong biotech and defense sectors keep a steady pipeline of openings in both hardware and software management.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. About 23% of engineering manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how much of the role centers on meetings, code reviews, planning sessions, and async communication rather than physical presence. Software and platform engineering management roles are the most likely to be fully remote, while hardware, manufacturing, and lab-focused management roles typically require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a engineering manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is transitioning from a senior engineer or tech lead role within an existing California employer, where internal promotions into engineering management are common at companies like Intel, Qualcomm, and large Bay Area technology firms. Candidates without formal management experience can strengthen their candidacy by leading a project, mentoring junior engineers, or completing a front-line leadership program. Roles titled technical lead, staff engineer, or engineering lead are the most common lateral moves that open the door to a first management title.
Where can I find and apply to engineering manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to engineering manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across industries and metro areas. Find roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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