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How much do programmer manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for programmer manager in Appleton, WI is $38.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $25.10 and $50.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Programmer Manager vs Software Developer?

AspectProgrammer ManagerSoftware Developer
CredentialsBachelor's or higher in Computer Science; management experienceBachelor's or higher in Computer Science or related field
Work EnvironmentLeads teams, manages projects, coordinates tasksFocuses on coding, designing, and implementing software
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in tech companies, software firms, IT departmentsCommon across tech, startups, enterprise software

The main difference is that a Programmer Manager combines technical coding skills with team leadership and project management, whereas a Software Developer primarily focuses on coding and software creation without managerial responsibilities.

What cities near Appleton, WI are hiring for Programmer Manager jobs? Cities near Appleton, WI with the most Programmer Manager job openings:
Infographic showing various Programmer Manager job openings in Appleton, WI as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $80,238 per year, or $38.6 per hour.
Manager of Engineering

Manager of Engineering

Jedson Engineering Inc

Appleton, WI • On-site

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manager of Engineering is responsible for day-to-day operations leadership of the engineering office(s) within his/her respective region. This person will drive operational performance across all engineering disciplines through the management of KPI’s and upholding our high standards of quality and project delivery. The MOE must naturally possess an entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to cultivate a culture of safety, accountability, and project excellence.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provide overall leadership to Department Managers and Discipline Leads, ensuring the safe, efficient, and effective management of each engineering discipline.
  • Manage to the utilization KPI’s set by the organization.
  • Influence and drive personnel actions to ensure each department’s ability execute with excellence and ultimately contribute to the sustainable growth of Jedson, including but not limited to hiring, workshare across offices, workload forecasting, disciplinary actions, etc.
  • Work with Department Managers, PMs, Vertical Leaders and GMs on recruiting project specific and strategic hires
  • Foster a continuous learning environment, working with DM’s to determine training and development needs for individuals and company-wide.
  • Champion Jedson’s quality system, consistently enforcing and continuously improving the process.
  • Evaluate and recommend the tools used by disciplines to maintain an efficient and effective engineering workflow across disciplines and throughout a project.
  • Work with Project Management and Project Controls teams to implement best practices for project execution strategies.


YOUR IDEAL BACKGROUND:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
  • 10+ years’ experience in a consulting engineering services environment with 5+ years of leadership responsibility.
  • Naturally possess a strong work ethic with commitment to helping all Jedson employees, project teams and clients be successful.
  • Excellent leadership, communication (written, verbal and presentation) and interpersonal skills. Must be results-oriented, proactive, confident, and influential.
  • NOTE: This position will require approximately 10% travel to be available on appropriate project sites when needed.