Why choose Ideaware for Engineering Management talent
For over 12 years, we have helped American companies scale their software teams and grow their businesses. Our focus is on seamlessly connecting you with the ideal Engineering Management talent who not only possesses the right skills but also aligns with your project’s personality, culture, and expectations.
From day one, you and your team work with our expert team of recruiters and HR to meet your needs to the tee. There are no up-front fees to get started. Our commitment is demonstrated by the fact that you pay only after the first month your candidate is onboard.
15+
years in business
4y+
client engagement length
4.6 y
average retention time
1,250
filled roles
Struggling to find top talent on your own? Skip the recruitment hassle
Access top-tier, pre-screened professionals within 48 hours of sharing your job details. All candidates are sourced from our 12-year-strong database and network in Colombia.
Hire talent
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Luis P.
Frontend / Mobile Developer
- ReactJS
- React Native
Luis is a Mechanical Engineer with over 4 years of experience working with multidisciplinary and multicultural teams. He has knowledge of SCRUM for project planning and execution.
Chile
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Daniel C.
Backend Developer
- NodeJS
- Typescript
Daniel has over 6 years of experience working as a backend developer, mainly using NodeJS. He's adept at tackling diverse IT challenges and is oriented to fulfilling project objectives.
Colombia
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Laura V.
Product Designer
- Figma
Laura has over 7 years of experience as a Product Designer. She is skilled at identifying user needs, researching, and creating wireframes and prototypes to optimize user interactions.
Argentina
The ultimate guide for hiring Engineering Managers
Are you seeking to accelerate the growth and scale your development team? Recognizing the pivotal role talent plays in project success, we've crafted a guide to enhance your understanding of the hiring process. Explore insights on what to anticipate from experts in technical and soft skills and responsibilities, along with FAQs. We will give you a whole different perspective!
Before you start hiring
Access top-tier, pre-screened professionals within 48 hours of sharing your job details. All candidates are sourced from our 15-year-strong database and network in Latin America.
Define your project requirements
Clearly define your project goals, scope, and technical requirements. The difficulty level and the type of task you're dealing with will determine the skills and expertise needed.
Culture fit
Your hires must align with your company goals, values, and team culture. Someone who can integrate seamlessly into your team will adapt faster to your workflow and be more productive.
Budget planning
Establish a budget for your experts. Consider factors like labor costs, project timeline, infrastructure, and potential travel expenses.
Team proximity
Decide between outsourcing IT talent or in-house hiring. A hybrid approach, which combines these two, is also a viable option in some cases, providing a balance between control and flexibility.
Technical skills every Engineering Manager should have
Your Engineering Manager needs a range of skills to manage day-to-day tasks and protect your software’s future. When they have the right technical skills, your projects will flow effortlessly, with top-quality code and minimal supervision.
- Technical leadership and team management
- Software development lifecycle expertise
- Agile and DevOps methodology knowledge
- Technical architecture and system design
- Performance management and career development
- Project planning and resource allocation
Skills that go beyond code
Communication skills
Engineering managers who excel in communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, providing clear feedback to team members, and presenting technical strategies to leadership.
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Managers who can solve complex technical challenges, make strategic engineering decisions, and balance technical debt with business priorities.
Teamwork and collaboration
Engineering managers who build high-performing engineering teams, foster collaboration across departments, and create a positive engineering culture.
Time management and organization
Managers who can prioritize multiple engineering initiatives, manage team capacity, and deliver projects on time while maintaining quality.
Attention to detail
Managers who ensure code quality standards, review technical decisions, and maintain high standards in engineering processes and deliverables.
Communication skills
Engineering managers who excel in communicating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, providing clear feedback to team members, and presenting technical strategies to leadership.
Problem-solving and critical thinking
Managers who can solve complex technical challenges, make strategic engineering decisions, and balance technical debt with business priorities.
Teamwork and collaboration
Engineering managers who build high-performing engineering teams, foster collaboration across departments, and create a positive engineering culture.
Time management and organization
Managers who can prioritize multiple engineering initiatives, manage team capacity, and deliver projects on time while maintaining quality.
Attention to detail
Managers who ensure code quality standards, review technical decisions, and maintain high standards in engineering processes and deliverables.
Responsibilities of Engineering Managers
Our engineering managers focus on leading technical teams, driving engineering excellence, and ensuring successful delivery of high-quality software solutions.
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Team leadership and development
Lead engineering teams, provide technical mentorship, conduct performance reviews, and support career development of team members.
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Technical strategy and architecture
Define technical strategy, make architectural decisions, and ensure engineering practices align with business objectives and technical standards.
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Project and resource management
Plan and manage engineering projects, allocate resources effectively, and ensure timely delivery of technical solutions.
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Process improvement and quality assurance
Implement and improve engineering processes, establish quality standards, and ensure best practices in software development.
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Cross-functional collaboration
Collaborate with product, design, and business teams to ensure technical solutions meet business requirements and user needs.
How it works
Getting started with us is easy and there are no strings attached or up-front costs. We take care of sourcing, screening and legal/tax compliance while you focus on your business.
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Job descriptions
Let us know what type of talent you need. We will build the perfect job profile for the role.
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Screening
We take a multi-channel approach to sourcing, screening and finding only those candidates who are a perfect match.
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Interviews
We set up as many interviews as you decide to have with potential candidates. Your process, your decision.
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Onboarding
Once you give us the green light, we onboard your new members. We take care of all legal and tax compliance.
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