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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$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of cybersecurity by collaborating with sales and customers to identify challenges and deliver impactful solutions that safeguard operations and information...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive innovative security solutions, engaging with customers and partners to address their unique challenges. Leverage your expertise in pre-sales and engineering to enhance operati...

Philadelphia, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive collaboration with sales teams to identify prospects and deliver tailored security solutions, addressing technical challenges and enhancing customer engagement through education and presentation...

Dover, DERemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$187K - $229K *

Elevate your career by applying systems engineering principles across all life cycle phases. Collaborate with government and technical teams to ensure quality deliverables and drive alignment in compl...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$187K - $229K *

Partner with us to apply systems engineering principles across all lifecycle phases, ensuring technical integrity and quality. Collaborate with government and technical teams to drive alignment and ma...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead technical engagements with top-tier customers, translating complex AI infrastructure needs into tailored solutions. Collaborate closely with engineering teams to benchmark and validate performanc...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading complex engineering projects, driving innovation, and mentoring teams. Utilize your expertise in system design and project management to deliver high-quality solutions i...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$113K - $170K *

Lead the charge in transforming customer integrations by driving technical discovery, scoping complex implementations, and ensuring successful onboarding for high-stakes accounts. Collaborate closely...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing network security across diverse environments. You'll implement, maintain, and troubleshoot critical network solutions while collaborating with senior engineer...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $224K *

Unlock potential by leading technical strategies for complex global opportunities. Collaborate with sales teams to design innovative solutions that meet customer needs, ensuring successful technical e...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Lead the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to develop tailored solutions. Engage with senior stakeholders to drive enterprise architecture and ensure...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Drive technical strategy and solutions for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to align customer needs with innovative architectures. Lead technical discovery and engagements...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Unlock potential by leading technical strategies for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and drive enterprise growth a...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Empower your career by leading technical strategies for complex global opportunities. Collaborate with sales teams to design innovative solutions that meet customer needs and drive enterprise growth a...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Champion innovative technical strategies for complex global B2B SaaS sales, leading discovery and solution architecture to drive customer success and accelerate growth across diverse markets and indus...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Champion the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales leadership to drive customer success through innovative solution architectures and comprehensive technical di...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Lead the charge in shaping technical strategies for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to deliver innovative solutions that meet customer needs and drive enterprise growth ac...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Transform complex customer requirements into innovative enterprise solutions. Lead technical strategies and architecture for global B2B SaaS sales, collaborating with stakeholders to drive success and...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $256K *

Shape the technical strategy for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales leadership to drive innovative solutions. Lead technical discovery and architecture workshops, ensuring alignmen...

San Ramon, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $256K *

Lead the charge in developing technical strategies for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to drive customer success through innovative solution architectures and comprehensiv...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $224K *

Unlock potential by leading technical strategies for complex global opportunities. Collaborate with sales teams to design innovative solutions that meet customer needs, ensuring successful technical e...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead innovative healthcare integration solutions, architecting scalable systems for interoperability. Drive automation strategies, mentor teams, and ensure compliance with industry standards while enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $317K *

Shape the future of technical support by delivering training, consulting, and troubleshooting services. Collaborate with partners and customers to enhance their experience and drive innovation in cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $224K *

Shape the future of enterprise solutions by leading technical strategies and engagements for complex global opportunities, collaborating with sales teams to drive customer success and technical wins a...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Innovate as a Full Stack Engineer, shaping impactful products in a dynamic space. Collaborate across teams to drive reliable solutions, utilizing AI tools for efficiency while fostering a culture of l...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.