The First 90 Days as an Engineering Manager
Tim Inman
Ex Meta, Linkedin, Pinterest
Learn the skills new engineering managers need to succeed
The transition from engineer to manager is one of the hardest shifts in a technical career. Many engineers are promoted because they are strong technically, but they receive little training on how to lead people, build trust with a team, or manage performance. Suddenly they are responsible for running 1:1s, giving feedback, resolving conflicts, and representing their team to leadership.
The first months in the role are critical. New managers often worry about whether they are doing the job correctly, how to manage former peers, and how to balance technical involvement with leadership responsibilities. Without guidance, it is easy to make mistakes that damage trust with the team or create stress and uncertainty.
This course helps new engineering managers navigate that transition with confidence. By learning practical frameworks and lessons from real leadership experience, students will develop the tools they need to lead their teams effectively and succeed in their first months as a manager.
What you’ll learn
Go from engineer to confident manager with the playbook to lead teams, build trust, and succeed in your first 90 days.
Learn the key mindset shifts from individual contributor to manager.
Use a practical framework for your first 90 days as a new manager
Avoid common mistakes new managers make in their first months
earn practical ways to build trust with engineers early
Navigate the challenge of managing former peers
Establish credibility without relying on technical authority
Learn a simple structure for effective 1:1 meetings
Ask better questions that surface problems early
Turn 1:1s into a tool for coaching and career growth
Set clear expectations around ownership and performance
•Learn how to give direct and constructive feedback
Address performance issues early and professionally
Translate technical work into business impact
Share team progress clearly with senior leaders
Learn how to manage up and influence decisions
Learn directly from Tim
Tim Inman
Engineering leader with 15+ years at Facebook, Pinterest, and LinkedIn
Who this course is for
Senior Software Engineers transitioning into management
Engineers preparing for or recently promoted to their first manager role.
Engineering Managers in their first year
Managers learning to lead teams, build trust, run 1:1s, and succeed after moving from an IC role.
Tech Leads or Staff Engineers considering management
Engineers who want to understand what successful engineering management requires.
What's included
Live sessions
Learn directly from Tim Inman in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Weekly Individual Coaching
Individual coaching paired with classes
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund through the second week of the course.
Course syllabus
5 live sessions • 5 lessons
Week 1
Apr
21
Session 1: The Transition from Engineer to Manager
Schedule 1:1 Coaching
Week 2
Apr
28
Session 2: Building Trust and Credibility with Your Team
Schedule 1:1 Coaching
Schedule
Live sessions
1 hr / week
Tue, Apr 21
12:00 AM—1:00 AM (UTC)
Tue, Apr 28
12:00 AM—1:00 AM (UTC)
Tue, May 5
12:00 AM—1:00 AM (UTC)
1:1 Coaching sessions
1 hr / week
Individual coaching sessions on the materials we cover
Async content
2 hrs / week
Optional assignments and/or readings
Frequently asked questions
$399
USD