Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs

Explore Solutions Engineering Manager jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Solutions Engineering Managers lead teams that connect technical products with customer needs, helping organizations evaluate, implement, and get value from complex solutions.

What Does a Solutions Engineering Manager Do?

Solutions Engineering Managers guide pre-sales or customer-facing technical teams. They partner with sales, product, and customer success leaders to shape solutions, support demonstrations and proofs of concept, and ensure technical recommendations address business requirements. Depending on the organization, the role may also include hiring, coaching, team planning, and contributing to go-to-market strategy.

Key Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a blend of technical expertise, customer communication, and leadership. Useful strengths include solution architecture, discovery and requirements analysis, presentation skills, strategic account support, and the ability to translate technical concepts into business outcomes. Experience managing or mentoring engineers and collaborating across departments is often valuable.

Career Paths and Opportunities

Solutions Engineering Managers work across industries such as software, cloud computing, cybersecurity, data, and enterprise technology. Career progression may lead to senior or director-level solutions engineering roles, sales engineering leadership, or broader technical go-to-market positions. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

Find Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs on Ladders

Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Review each listing for salary details, location, experience expectations, and team scope, then focus your search on roles that match your leadership background and technical strengths.

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$102K - $190K *

Pioneer the future of endpoint security by leading a dynamic engineering team, ensuring operational excellence, and driving innovative capabilities to protect enterprise assets while aligning with bus...

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4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$263K - $395K *

Lead and influence AI-native technology initiatives, ensuring cohesive architectural standards across R&D. Deliver innovative solutions while mentoring engineering teams and shaping domain-wide practi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $160K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $160K *

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Phoenix, AZRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$170K - $190K *

Lead and innovate within UJET's Core Infrastructure team, focusing on cloud-native services. Shape strategies for scalable solutions that empower engineers and optimize the infrastructure for thousand...

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Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$177K - $257K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$99K - $167K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $143K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $120K *

Lead the charge in quality engineering for critical assessment platforms, driving testing excellence and automation maturity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and scalabil...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$185K - $220K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $229K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $130K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $180K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $176K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $180K *

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$86K - $137K *

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $175K *

Lead the charge in engineering management, guiding a cross-functional team of 4-7 engineers. Drive execution, foster growth, and ensure quality while collaborating closely with product management to d...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Partner with us to drive customer success by implementing and expanding Teleport solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance adoption, troubleshoot issues, and deliver tailored training, ensuring cl...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$201K - $352K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $185K *

Transform the technology landscape by leading cross-functional teams to enhance Medicaid Enterprise Systems, driving system architecture improvements and mentoring engineers towards high-quality, secu...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $175K *

Pioneer project success by leading the design and implementation of electrical systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure timely delivery, budget adherence, and client satisfaction while providing tech...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $149K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Solutions Engineering Manager do?question toggle

    A Solutions Engineering Manager leads technical customer-facing teams that help customers assess and adopt products. The role often includes solution design, demonstrations, proof-of-concept support, cross-functional collaboration, and team development.

  • What qualifications are common for Solutions Engineering Manager jobs?question toggle

    Many roles call for substantial technical or solutions engineering experience, strong customer-facing communication, and a record of mentoring or managing teams. Familiarity with the employer’s technology and industry can also be important.

  • How much do Solutions Engineering Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for salary information.

  • Where do Solutions Engineering Managers work?question toggle

    They are commonly employed by software, cloud, cybersecurity, data, and enterprise technology companies, though the role can exist in other industries with complex products or services.

  • What is the difference between a Solutions Engineering Manager and a Sales Engineering Manager?question toggle

    The titles can overlap. Both roles typically lead technical teams supporting customer evaluations and sales processes. The exact scope depends on the company, including whether the team also supports implementation, customer success, or broader solution strategy.