Explore Solutions Engineer Jobs

Solutions Engineers help organizations understand how a product or technology can solve real business challenges. Working across sales, product, and engineering teams, they translate customer needs into practical technical solutions, explain complex capabilities, and support evaluations and implementations. Explore vetted Solutions Engineer opportunities on Ladders, where listed jobs pay $100,000 or more.

What Does a Solutions Engineer Do?

Responsibilities vary by company and industry, but Solutions Engineers often meet with prospective or existing customers to understand requirements, deliver product demonstrations, answer technical questions, and design solution proposals. They may build proofs of concept, support RFP responses, troubleshoot technical concerns, and share customer feedback with internal teams. The role blends technical problem-solving with communication and customer engagement.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with relevant software, platforms, or technical systems, along with the ability to explain them to audiences with different levels of technical knowledge. Useful skills include requirements discovery, solution architecture, presentation, troubleshooting, collaboration, and project coordination. Depending on the role, familiarity with cloud services, APIs, cybersecurity, data platforms, or enterprise software may be valuable. Requirements differ across employers and industries.

Career Paths and Work Settings

Solutions Engineers work in sectors such as software, cloud computing, cybersecurity, telecommunications, and business technology. The title may overlap with roles such as Sales Engineer, Pre-Sales Engineer, or Solutions Architect, though responsibilities and seniority vary by organization. Career progression can include senior or lead Solutions Engineer roles, management, product strategy, or technical architecture.

Find Your Next Solutions Engineer Role

Browse Solutions Engineer openings on Ladders and compare opportunities by industry, location, work arrangement, and responsibilities. Review each listing for its specific qualifications and compensation details, and highlight relevant customer-facing technical experience in your application.

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$125K - $175K *

Drive technical innovation by leading solution development for strategic aerospace projects spanning commercial and defense sectors, translating customer needs into actionable mission strategies and a...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer experiences by leveraging advanced observability and AI technologies. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive technical solutions, optimize value, and enhance enterpri...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $230K *

Transform customer experiences by leading technical discovery and implementation for federal clients. Collaborate across teams to deliver cutting-edge autonomous solutions, ensuring successful deploym...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K - $115K *

Advance systems engineering initiatives by supporting PMO with critical documentation, data gathering, and analysis. Collaborate on requirements verification and lifecycle planning to enhance project...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $93K *

Unlock business value by translating customer challenges into innovative GRC solutions. Collaborate with Sales to lead pre-sales efforts, design tailored demonstrations, and engage stakeholders in opt...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $93K *

Take ownership of the pre-sales process, collaborating with Sales to deliver tailored solutions that address customer risk, audit, and compliance challenges while showcasing the Diligent platform’s ca...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $256K *

Lead the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to develop tailored solutions. Drive technical discovery, architecture design, and customer engagement to e...

California, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$105K - $160K *

Take ownership of B2B integrations as a key technical leader, collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions that drive customer success and evolve with innovative IoT technology. Expect a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $126K *

Drive strategic sales growth by cultivating key accounts and collaborating with teams to deliver innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to influence investment decisions and ensure customer suc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$94K - $126K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth within assigned territories by developing strategic relationships, managing key accounts, and collaborating with teams to ensure customer success and maximize r...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$94K - $126K *

Engage with key accounts to drive sales growth, develop strategic relationships, and ensure customer success. Collaborate with teams to overcome challenges and maximize territory potential while achie...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$94K - $126K *

Accelerate growth in assigned territory by developing strategic sales capabilities, managing key accounts, and collaborating with team members to close sales opportunities while ensuring customer sati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$94K - $126K *

Unlock your potential as you drive sales growth in a dynamic territory, collaborating with teams to establish strong customer relationships and influence key investment decisions for high-potential ac...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform client experiences by owning technical onboarding and implementation, ensuring seamless integration and swift ROI. Collaborate closely with sales teams to convert prospects and strengthen cu...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$94K - $126K *

Join our team to drive sales growth in the military and government sector. Collaborate with partners and customers to close deals, develop strategic relationships, and ensure long-term success in your...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$94K - $126K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on driving sales and strategic partnerships in the military and government sectors. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer relationships and achieve su...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $210K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of accounting solutions. As a Solutions Engineer, you'll partner with sales to drive client success, lead product demos, and ensure seamless implementations, all...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of Systems Engineers dedicated to designing, integrating, and maintaining complex systems for national defense. Collaborate across multiple domains to drive...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion technical solutions for Sales by diagnosing GPU systems, configuring networks, and ensuring quality assembly. Collaborate closely with customers to deliver accurate, timely answers and mainta...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to empower customers by transforming technical challenges into seamless solutions. Leverage your engineering expertise to facilitate integration, customization, and troubleshooting, ensu...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $185K *

Unlock potential by driving innovative cloud solutions for public sector clients. Collaborate with sales teams to address customer needs, present compelling technology demonstrations, and secure techn...

Toronto, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $185K *

Drive impactful solutions by collaborating with sales teams to address customer needs, presenting innovative technology, and securing technical wins in a dynamic public sector environment focused on g...

Gatineau, QCIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$81K - $122K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of semiconductor assembly by driving innovative applications engineering projects, optimizing processes, and enhancing product development in a collaborative labo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$209K - $275K *

Transform your career by leading technical engagements with AI platform customers. Drive innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, leveraging your expertise in data center networking and AI techn...

Richardson, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex systems into effective solutions for national defense. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, and maintain systems, ensuring compliance and performance through...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Solutions Engineer?question toggle

    A Solutions Engineer connects customer needs with technical products or services. The role typically involves discovery, demonstrations, solution design, and helping customers evaluate how a technology fits their requirements.

  • What does a Solutions Engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Daily work may include customer meetings, product demonstrations, technical presentations, proof-of-concept development, responding to technical questions, and coordinating with sales, product, and engineering teams.

  • What qualifications are useful for Solutions Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Employers often value relevant technical experience, problem-solving ability, strong communication and presentation skills, and comfort working directly with customers. Specific requirements depend on the product and industry.

  • How is a Solutions Engineer different from a Sales Engineer?question toggle

    The titles are often used interchangeably, but responsibilities vary by company. Both roles commonly support customer evaluations with technical expertise; some organizations distinguish them by product focus, sales involvement, or scope of solution design.

  • Do Solutions Engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more. Compensation for an individual Solutions Engineer role depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and employer; check the listing for details.