14 Online Communities for Engineering Managers
Updated 5/1/2026
LeadDev
on slack
Although our community is spread throughout the world and we’re all on different leadership journeys, we are all united in our ambition to become more effective at what we do. LeadDev is a space where we can come together to learn from our mistakes and experiences as a collective. Through sharing the knowledge we’ve gained as technical leaders, we can both grow our own careers, develop others, and propel the tech industry forward.ChatEventsJobs23 views / month
CTO Craft
on slack
A global learning community for anyone in a CTO, VP of Engineering, Head of Development, Engineering Director or any senior-level engineering leadership role. The community comprises a Slack group of 4,500 or so, a twice-weekly newsletter with resources, weekly online panel events, two conferences every year, video resources and much more.9K members
ChatPerksEventsNewsletter18 views / month
Eng Managers
on slack
You are welcome to join Engineering Managers chat if you’re currently working as an Engineering Manager, Team Lead, or any other role which involves managing people working in technology.ChatApply17 views / month
Rands Leadership Slack
on slack
The Rands Leadership Slack is a community dedicated to developing the craft of leadership. We recognize and celebrate the creativity and collaboration of our independent members and the diversity of skills, talents, experiences, cultures, and opinions that they bring to your community. The Rands Leadership Slack is an inclusive environment, based on treating all individuals respectfully, regardless of gender or gender identity (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, disability, nationality, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), political affiliation, or career path.16K members
ChatJobs22 views / month
hay
on slack
Welcome to hay! A place for engineering leaders to share their thoughts and best practices about running 1:1 meetings.61 members
ChatPairingNewsletterCourses7 views / month
Engineering Leaders Network (LinkedIn)
on linkedin
Active LinkedIn group for engineering managers and technical leaders with 120k+ members discussing industry trends and best practices.120K members
Forum8 views / month
The 403 Circle
on slack
The 403 Circle brings together CTOs and CISOs to have candid conversations & share learnings because Engineering Leaders need more than just stackoverflow to solve their problems.100 members
ForumChatApplyEventsNewsletterJobs9 views / month
LeadDev Community
on circle
LeadDev brings together engineering leaders with courses, events, and a private community for technical leadership and management.8K members
ForumChatEventsPaid4 views / month
Engineering Leadership Hub
on discourse
This is a supportive community created by and for engineering leaders. We understand the unique challenges of this role and are here to provide a safe space for connection, mentorship, problem-solving, and mutual support. Whether you're looking for advice on team management, technical strategy, or simply a sounding board for your ideas, you'll find it here. Join us to build your support network.40 members
ForumChatNewsletter7 views / month
First Time Managers
on slack
Slack community for newly promoted engineering managers to get peer support, advice, and mentorship from experienced managers.2K members
Chat5 views / month
Manager Tools Community
on circle
Community built around Manager Tools podcast featuring tools, resources, and discussions for engineering managers.4K members
ForumChatEventsPaid2 views / month
SFELC
The peer group program is forall engineering leaders,regardless of role or tenure. It's an ongoing way to gain outside perspectives and discuss real challenges with trusted peers. It's a place where you can get support and support others.EventsPaid
r/EngManagement
on reddit
All things engineering management! Let's share tips, news and more for current and aspiring engineering managers230 members
Forumr/EngineeringManagers
on reddit
Exchange ideas on how to build up great, healthy teams and keep their members happy and motivated.28K members
Forum5 views / month
FAQ
Community size
- Tiny: 0 communities (<20 members)
- Small: 2 communities (20-100 members)
- Medium: 2 communities (100-1,000 members)
- Large: 4 communities (1,000-10,000 members)
- Huge: 2 communities (10,000-100,000 members)
- Massive: 1 communities (100,000-1M members)
- Gigantic: 0 communities (1M+ members)
Community features
Community platforms
- Slack: 7 communities
- Circle: 2 communities
- Reddit: 2 communities
- Discourse: 1 communities
- LinkedIn: 1 communities