Engineering Management Competencies
Core competencies for engineering managers with level-specific expectations and practical guidance.
Competency Areas
People Management
Leading, developing, and supporting engineering teams
- 1:1 Meetings
- Performance Management
- Managing Underperformers
- Mentoring & Coaching
- Hiring & Onboarding
Technical Leadership
Guiding technical decisions and maintaining engineering excellence
- Architecture Design
- Code Quality & Reviews
- DevOps Understanding
- Technical Debt Management
Business & Strategy
Aligning engineering work with business objectives
- Stakeholder Management
- KPIs & Engineering Metrics
- Change Management
- Strategic Planning
Personal Effectiveness
Essential skills for management success
- Time Management
- Innovation & Problem Solving
- Communication & Influence
Each competency page includes level-specific expectations from EM1 through EM4+ to help you understand what’s expected at your current level and plan your growth.