Entry Level Engineering Support Manager Jobs
New grad engineering support manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on technical projects can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Energy, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like GitLab, Avangrid, and Kettering Health hiring at this level now.
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GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software. * Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Like other managers at GitLab, you'll see your team as your product. You'll spend your time hiring and developing world-class Support Engineers who deliver exceptional technical support while continuously improving how your team solves problems. GitLab is working through its own AI transformation so you’ll be a leader in designing and implementing AI strategy for our Support team. As a Support Manager, you shape the customer support experience in your region. You'll balance direct customer relationships with the work of scaling your team, improving internal processes, adopting AI, and collaborating across departments to ship tools and solutions that make support more efficient. You'll help your team become self-sufficient, take ownership of complex issues from initial contact through resolution, and create a psychologically safe environment where people grow.
SOME EXAMPLES OF OUR PROJECTS
- A tool to automatically check a GitLab Omnibus install for known issues
- A solution that captures the state of a customer's server for easier troubleshooting
- A tool that turns log files into interactive tables so you can easily sort and filter columns
- Functionality for ChatOps that makes it easier to identify user accounts on the GitLab.com platform
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Partner with other support managers to hire and maintain a world-class Support Engineering team focused on delivering excellent technical support to GitLab's customers.
- Develop your team members' technical skills and experience through mentorship, structured training, and career growth opportunities.
- Drive team ownership by fostering self-sufficiency, accountability, and alignment with key performance indicators.
- Build scalable processes and workflows that enable your team to collaborate effectively and execute with excellence.
- Conduct regular 1:1s with all team members to support their growth, address challenges, and create psychological safety.
- Train Support Engineers to conduct high-quality technical interviews, strengthening your hiring pipeline.
- Partner across GitLab to deepen understanding of customer needs and business goals, informing product and support improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the customer experience through measurable, repeatable solutions.
- Document how the team works and find ways to make it more efficient through tools, process changes, and automation. Use AI well in your own work and coach your team to do the same.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Ability to lead technical, customer-facing teams and support the growth of Support Engineers at different levels through feedback, mentoring, and growth opportunities.
- Ability to create and implement processes and procedures that improve team efficiency.
- Ability to provide technical customer support and manage the full support lifecycle, from understanding customer needs and initial engagement through resolution, in collaboration with development.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues and the ability to grow your team’s problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of Linux System Administration and web application development concepts (with MVC frameworks such as Ruby on Rails, Python, Django, PHP, or Laravel).
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are distributed globally across the AMER, EMEA, and APAC regions and own the customer support experience for GitLab. We work on support tickets, dig into code and logs to troubleshoot issues, and collaborate across departments to resolve customer challenges. Our team operates asynchronously with regular pairing sessions, one-on-ones, and Slack conversations that keep us connected. We create an environment where Support Engineers can grow and do their best work. We build processes that balance customer needs with team wellbeing, recognizing that a healthy customer experience comes from a healthy team.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
- United States Salary Range: $115,200—$194,400 USD
HOW GITLAB SUPPORTS FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
- Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Growth and Development Fund
- Parental Leave
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
COUNTRY HIRING GUIDELINES:
GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Please review our Recruitment Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. GitLab’s policies and practices relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement are based solely on merit, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information (including family medical history), discharge status from the military, protected veteran status (which includes disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans, and Armed Forces service medal veterans), or any other basis protected by law. GitLab will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. See also GitLab’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.
INTRODUCTION
GitLab is the intelligent orchestration platform for DevSecOps. GitLab enables organizations to increase developer productivity, improve operational efficiency, reduce security and compliance risk, and accelerate digital transformation. More than 50 million registered users and more than 50% of the Fortune 100* trust GitLab to ship better, more secure software faster. The same principles built into our products are reflected in how our team works: we embrace AI as a core productivity multiplier, with all team members expected to incorporate AI into their daily workflows to drive efficiency, innovation, and impact. GitLab is where careers accelerate, innovation flourishes, and every voice is valued. Our high-performance culture is driven by our values and continuous knowledge exchange, enabling our team members to reach their full potential while collaborating with industry leaders to solve complex problems. Co-create the future with us as we build technology that transforms how the world develops software. * Fortune 500® is a registered trademark of Fortune Media IP Limited, used under license. Claim based on GitLab data. Fortune 100 refers to the top 20% ranked companies in the 2025 Fortune 500 list, published in June 2025. Fortune and Fortune Media IP Limited are not affiliated with, and do not endorse products or services of GitLab.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Like other managers at GitLab, you'll see your team as your product. You'll spend your time hiring and developing world-class Support Engineers who deliver exceptional technical support while continuously improving how your team solves problems. GitLab is working through its own AI transformation so you’ll be a leader in designing and implementing AI strategy for our Support team. As a Support Manager, you shape the customer support experience in your region. You'll balance direct customer relationships with the work of scaling your team, improving internal processes, adopting AI, and collaborating across departments to ship tools and solutions that make support more efficient. You'll help your team become self-sufficient, take ownership of complex issues from initial contact through resolution, and create a psychologically safe environment where people grow.
SOME EXAMPLES OF OUR PROJECTS
- A tool to automatically check a GitLab Omnibus install for known issues
- A solution that captures the state of a customer's server for easier troubleshooting
- A tool that turns log files into interactive tables so you can easily sort and filter columns
- Functionality for ChatOps that makes it easier to identify user accounts on the GitLab.com platform
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Partner with other support managers to hire and maintain a world-class Support Engineering team focused on delivering excellent technical support to GitLab's customers.
- Develop your team members' technical skills and experience through mentorship, structured training, and career growth opportunities.
- Drive team ownership by fostering self-sufficiency, accountability, and alignment with key performance indicators.
- Build scalable processes and workflows that enable your team to collaborate effectively and execute with excellence.
- Conduct regular 1:1s with all team members to support their growth, address challenges, and create psychological safety.
- Train Support Engineers to conduct high-quality technical interviews, strengthening your hiring pipeline.
- Partner across GitLab to deepen understanding of customer needs and business goals, informing product and support improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance the customer experience through measurable, repeatable solutions.
- Document how the team works and find ways to make it more efficient through tools, process changes, and automation. Use AI well in your own work and coach your team to do the same.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- Ability to lead technical, customer-facing teams and support the growth of Support Engineers at different levels through feedback, mentoring, and growth opportunities.
- Ability to create and implement processes and procedures that improve team efficiency.
- Ability to provide technical customer support and manage the full support lifecycle, from understanding customer needs and initial engagement through resolution, in collaboration with development.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues and the ability to grow your team’s problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of Linux System Administration and web application development concepts (with MVC frameworks such as Ruby on Rails, Python, Django, PHP, or Laravel).
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are distributed globally across the AMER, EMEA, and APAC regions and own the customer support experience for GitLab. We work on support tickets, dig into code and logs to troubleshoot issues, and collaborate across departments to resolve customer challenges. Our team operates asynchronously with regular pairing sessions, one-on-ones, and Slack conversations that keep us connected. We create an environment where Support Engineers can grow and do their best work. We build processes that balance customer needs with team wellbeing, recognizing that a healthy customer experience comes from a healthy team.
COMPENSATION
The base salary range for this role’s listed level is currently for residents of the United States only. This range is intended to reflect the role's base salary rate in locations throughout the US. Grade level and salary ranges are determined through interviews and a review of education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities of the applicant, equity with other team members, alignment with market data, and geographic location. The base salary range does not include any bonuses, equity, or benefits. See more information on our benefits and equity. Sales roles are also eligible for incentive pay targeted at up to 100% of the offered base salary.
- United States Salary Range: $115,200—$194,400 USD
HOW GITLAB SUPPORTS FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES
- Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being
- Flexible Paid Time Off
- Team Member Resource Groups
- Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Growth and Development Fund
- Parental Leave
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.
COUNTRY HIRING GUIDELINES:
GitLab hires new team members in countries around the world. All of our roles are remote, however some roles may carry specific location-based eligibility requirements. Our Talent Acquisition team can help answer any questions about location after starting the recruiting process.
PRIVACY POLICY:
Please review our Recruitment Privacy Policy. Your privacy is important to us. GitLab is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. GitLab’s policies and practices relating to recruitment, employment, career development and advancement, promotion, and retirement are based solely on merit, regardless of race, color, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), national origin, age, citizenship, marital status, mental or physical disability, genetic information (including family medical history), discharge status from the military, protected veteran status (which includes disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, active duty wartime or campaign badge veterans, and Armed Forces service medal veterans), or any other basis protected by law. GitLab will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. See also GitLab’s EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know during the recruiting process.
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Entry Level Engineering Support Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level engineering support manager job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on technical troubleshooting experience, even from internships, lab work, or academic projects. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can coordinate support workflows, communicate clearly with engineering teams, and learn quickly on the job. A history of resolving technical issues, documenting processes, or leading small team projects gives entry level candidates a concrete edge in the application process.
Which companies hire entry level engineering support managers?
Companies hiring entry level engineering support managers right now include GitLab, Avangrid, and Kettering Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings at a mix of technology firms, manufacturers, and service organizations that actively build out junior support management talent rather than requiring prior management experience.
Are there remote entry level engineering support manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level skew on-site. About 100% of entry level engineering support manager openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting employer preferences for in-person mentorship and team collaboration for candidates new to the role. Filtering by work setting on Migrate Mate helps you find the arrangement that fits your situation.
Are these new grad engineering support manager jobs?
Yes, many of the listings here are new grad and junior engineering support manager roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with little to no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically calls for zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work as a qualifier, and values a strong portfolio or academic project history over a long employment record.
Which industries hire the most entry level engineering support managers?
Entry Level engineering support manager roles concentrate in Energy, Education, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because they maintain large technical support operations and need junior managers to coordinate teams, escalate issues, and ensure engineering workflows run smoothly.