Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Hawaii

Software Engineering Manager jobs in Hawaii are concentrated in Honolulu, with additional hiring activity in Maui and the Oahu tech corridor, where established employers like Booz Allen Hamilton, Leidos, and Hawaiian Airlines regularly seek leaders to oversee distributed engineering teams. Demand centers on defense and government technology, aviation systems, and digital transformation for local enterprises. Openings range from senior individual contributors stepping into first-time management to seasoned directors overseeing multiple product teams. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles15
Top employerCounty of Hawaii
Top cityHonolulu, HI
Cities hiring4
Work type50% Hybrid
Top industryHospitality

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Brown and Caldwell
Project Manager for Environmental Engineering Planning and Design
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Brown and Caldwell
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Project Manager for Environmental Engineering Planning and Design
Brown and Caldwell
Honolulu, Hawaii
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
$104k - $142k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree in business administration
1,001-5,000

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Deloitte
Associate Vice President, Engineering Delivery Management
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Deloitte
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Associate Vice President, Engineering Delivery Management
Deloitte
Honolulu, Hawaii
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree in systems engineering
10,000+

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Rosewood Hotel Group
Assistant Director of Engineering
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Rosewood Hotel Group
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Assistant Director of Engineering
Rosewood Hotel Group
Hawaii
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $110k/yr
High school diploma or GED
1,001-5,000

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CVS Health
Executive Director, AI Infrastructure & Platform Engineering
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CVS Health
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Executive Director, AI Infrastructure & Platform Engineering
CVS Health
Hawaii
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$175k - $335k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
10,000+

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Hawaiian Host Group
Senior Project Manager, Engineering
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Hawaiian Host Group
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Senior Project Manager, Engineering
Hawaiian Host Group
Honolulu, Hawaii
Account Management
Business Operations
Project Management
$135k - $160k/yr
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
201-500

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Software Engineering Manager Jobs by City in Hawaii

Where Hawaii roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Honolulu
6 jobs
Hilo
3 jobs
Lahaina
3 jobs
Lihue
1 job

Software Engineering Manager Job Market in Hawaii

A snapshot from current Hawaii openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • County of Hawaii
    County of Hawaii3
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health2
  • Marriott International
    Marriott International2
  • Hilton
    Hilton1
  • Jacobs
    Jacobs1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Hospitality & Tourism5
  • Government & Public Sector3
  • Retail2
  • Healthcare & Medical Services2
  • Consulting & Professional Services1

What Hawaii Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in software engineering manager jobs across Hawaii.

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field
  • Five or more years of software engineering experience with at least two in a lead role
  • Demonstrated experience managing full-cycle software development teams and release cycles
  • Proficiency with Agile or Scrum methodologies and engineering project management tools
  • Experience working with government contracts, security clearances, or defense systems preferred
  • Strong communication skills to bridge technical teams and Hawaii-based business stakeholders

Software Engineering Manager Jobs in Hawaii: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a software engineering manager in Hawaii?

The concrete path in Hawaii starts with several years of hands-on software engineering experience followed by a transition into technical leadership, either by leading a project team internally or moving into a team lead role. Hawaii's largest hiring sectors, defense contracting and government IT, often require or favor a security clearance, which you can begin the process of obtaining through an employer sponsor. A relevant degree and a portfolio of shipped products strengthen any application.

Which companies hire software engineering managers in Hawaii?

Employers hiring software engineering managers in Hawaii right now include County of Hawaii, CVS Health, and Marriott International, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hawaii's defense and federal contracting sector drives a significant share of these openings, particularly for managers with experience overseeing secure or mission-critical systems.

Which Hawaii cities have the most software engineering manager jobs?

Honolulu, Hilo, and Lahaina account for the most software engineering manager openings in Hawaii. Honolulu dominates due to its concentration of federal agencies, defense contractors, and large private employers in aviation and finance, while Maui's growing technology presence and resort-sector digital infrastructure create a secondary market for engineering leadership roles.

Are there remote software engineering manager jobs in Hawaii?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 75% of software engineering manager openings tied to Hawaii are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting the desk-based and collaborative nature of the role. Strategy, code review, roadmap planning, and cross-team coordination translate well to distributed work, though roles tied to defense or classified government work typically require on-site presence in Honolulu.

How can I get hired as a software engineering manager in Hawaii with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a senior engineer or tech lead role first, then seeking an internal promotion at a Hawaii employer like Booz Allen Hamilton or Hawaiian Airlines, both of which promote from within their local engineering organizations. Building experience on smaller team leadership projects, contributing to open-source work, and pursuing a PMP or similar credential can accelerate that transition. Targeting smaller Hawaii-based tech firms or state government IT offices is a practical starting point for first-time managers.

Where can I find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Hawaii?

You can find and apply to software engineering manager jobs in Hawaii on Migrate Mate, which lists current Hawaii openings updated regularly. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your background and preferences, and apply directly through each listing.

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