People Manager
People Manager is a leadership role and skill set focused on overseeing, developing, and supporting a team of employees, typically in a technical or development context. It involves responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, career coaching, conflict resolution, and fostering a productive team culture. Unlike purely technical roles, it emphasizes interpersonal skills, organizational leadership, and strategic people operations.
Developers should learn people management skills when transitioning into leadership positions like Engineering Manager, Tech Lead, or Team Lead, where they need to guide teams, improve productivity, and retain talent. It's crucial for scaling organizations, mentoring junior developers, and aligning technical work with business goals, especially in agile or collaborative environments.