How to hire a technology development manager

How to hire a technology development manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step technology development manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a technology development manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new technology development manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The technology development manager hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

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   A technology development manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, technology development managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of technology development managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Technology Development Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Technology Development Manager	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$47-82
   Vice President, Technology	A vice president of technology is in charge of overseeing all technological operations in a company while managing the workforce involved, ensuring efficiency and smooth workflow. Typically, it is their responsibility to establish goals and objectives, devising strategies to enforce them... Show more	$50-104
   Systems Manager	A systems manager is responsible for monitoring the operations of the information technology department, evaluating staff performance, developing strategic procedures to maximize productivity, and identifying business opportunities that would generate more revenues and profitability for the company. Systems managers inspect company networks to ensure the efficiency of the technology systems, conducting regular diagnostic tests, and installing upgrades to boost optimization... Show more	$36-73

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Architecture
   • JavaScript
   • Technology Solutions
   • Infrastructure
   • Business Development
   • Web Services
   • Amazon Web Services
   • Unix
   • Technical Leadership
   • Business Processes
   • Cloud Computing
   • Java
   • Development Efforts
   • Technology Development

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead business users, development services manager, project managers, QA, and developers to provide high quality enterprise-wide solutions.
   • Manage a portfolio of linear and digital projects for multiple executive steering committees utilizing internal and external resources.
   • Establish an internal website using HTML and JavaScript.
   • Purify and correct memory leaks in the JAVA and C++ database wrappers for the project.
   • Demonstrate expertise in technologies such as Java/J2EE, WebSphere MQ, Java, and XML.
   • Design and implement a web base work flow management system for the transportation logistics industry using JavaScript and SQL.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your technology development manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A technology development manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, technology development managers' average salary in nebraska is 37% less than in washington.
   • Seniority. Entry-level technology development managers earn 42% less than senior-level technology development managers.
   • Certifications. A technology development manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a technology development manager's salary.

   Average technology development manager salary

   $130,715yearly

   $62.84 hourly rate

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   Entry-level technology development manager salary

   $99,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 19, 2026

   Average technology development manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Washington	$157,350	$76
   2	California	$151,417	$73
   3	Arizona	$149,983	$72
   4	New York	$138,197	$66
   5	Texas	$130,048	$63
   6	Missouri	$130,046	$63
   7	Connecticut	$129,846	$62
   8	Illinois	$124,644	$60
   9	Michigan	$124,548	$60
   10	Wisconsin	$123,586	$59
   11	Massachusetts	$123,307	$59
   12	Georgia	$122,440	$59
   13	Virginia	$120,920	$58
   14	District of Columbia	$119,819	$58
   15	Minnesota	$117,494	$56
   16	Pennsylvania	$117,153	$56
   17	Florida	$116,271	$56
   18	Ohio	$113,306	$54
   19	Colorado	$112,675	$54
   20	North Carolina	$111,190	$53

   Average technology development manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Apple	$163,138	$78.43	81
   2	NVIDIA	$154,684	$74.37	67
   3	Mayo Clinic	$152,632	$73.38	41
   4	Amazon	$144,132	$69.29	776
   5	Veeva Systems	$141,987	$68.26	12
   6	Citi	$141,172	$67.87	31
   7	Corning Incorporated	$141,096	$67.83	26
   8	VF	$139,657	$67.14
   9	Micron Technology	$138,031	$66.36	11
   10	ASR Group	$137,576	$66.14	1
   11	Halliburton	$137,395	$66.06	2
   12	Shopify	$136,757	$65.75
   13	Houghton Mifflin Harcourt	$136,299	$65.53
   14	Sears Holdings	$135,725	$65.25	1
   15	Pwc	$134,827	$64.82	1,591
   16	TD Securities	$134,085	$64.46
   17	Randstad North America, Inc.	$132,566	$63.73	22
   18	SOLOMO Technology	$132,551	$63.73
   19	Intel	$132,384	$63.65	15
   20	Eurofins	$131,834	$63.38	21

4. Writing a technology development manager job description

   A technology development manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a technology development manager job description:

   Technology development manager job description example

   Are you ready to rise to the challenge of climate change with the team that will deliver? Form Energy is a U.S. technology and manufacturing company that is developing and commercializing pioneering energy storage technologies to enable the electric grid to run on 100% renewable energy, every day of the year.
   
   Supported by leading investors such as Breakthrough Energy Ventures, ArcelorMittal, TPG Rise, MIT's The Engine, and others, we share a common belief that low-cost, multi-day energy storage is the key to enable tomorrow's zero carbon electric grid. Driven by our core values of humanity, excellence, and creativity, we are deeply motivated and inspired to create a better world. We need talented, hardworking individuals who share our goal of tackling the challenge of climate change. Do you want to work with us today to build a better tomorrow?
   Role Description
   
   We seek a Manager of Electrolyte Development to manage the discovery and development of the electrolyte component of Form Energy's long-duration energy storage system. The Electrolyte Development team you lead will be responsible for defining high performance electrolyte constituents that are durable and compatible with all other cell components; that can be produced at scale, cost, and quality; and which have performance-based specifications that can be leveraged by our Supply Chain team to achieve industry-leading cost structures. Reporting into the Senior Manager of Cell Performance, you will use both your technical and managerial experience to lead a dynamic team that solves hard and, at times, open ended technical problems with rigor and creativity.
   What You'll DoManage and grow a world-class team of scientists responsible for the discovery and development of promising new electrolyte constituents Lead the electrolyte development process and strategic planning for Form Energy's iron-air battery cell with intra- and cross-team coordination Develop and execute on a cost-down strategy for electrolyte Work closely within Performance and Integration and with Product Development to ensure electrolyte requirements and testing strategies capture new understanding
   What You'll BringM.S. or higher in chemistry, chemical engineering or related physical science3-5 years of professional experience At least 1 year in a technical management role Experience with electrochemical systems required
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   Besides joining a community of people working to make the world better, Form Energy commits to you equitable compensation, stock options, and offers a generous benefits package to make sure you have the support you need to thrive.
   
   We cover 100% of employee premiums and 80% of dependent premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance for full time employees. We offer a flexible Paid Time Off program and every employee, regardless of gender identity or expression, is eligible for 12 weeks of paid parental bonding leave. A full listing of our benefits is available on our careers page.
   
   At Form Energy, we are working toward a 100% renewable energy future for everyone in the world. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees and are seeking to build a team that reflects the diversity of the people we hope to serve with our revolutionary products. Form Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

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5. Post your job

   To find the right technology development manager for your business, consider trying out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important sources of talent for any company is its existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and current employees and ask if they know or have worked with technology development managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit technology development managers who meet your education requirements.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter now have more than 3.5 billion users, and you can use social media to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your technology development manager job on Zippia to find and recruit technology development manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit technology development managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new technology development manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the technology development manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new technology development manager first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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