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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$120K - $145K *

Transform order management processes by leading cross-functional teams in large-scale commerce projects. Drive system design and integration across regions, ensuring seamless order lifecycle and fulfi...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$138K - $182K *

Join a dynamic team as you leverage your pre-sales expertise to empower SMB/Commercial customers in cloud security. Deliver impactful demonstrations and training while collaborating with account execu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming data accessibility for product teams and AI agents. Oversee a team of data engineers to build a robust platform that ensures secure, reliable data usage across the orga...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $140K *

Champion the modernization of Order-to-Cash processes, driving efficiency and accuracy in billing and collections. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize NetSuite ERP, enhancing financial...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining AI security! As a Principal AI Security Engineer, you'll lead assessments, design controls, and partner with teams to ensure safe AI adoption across the enterprise, drivi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $172K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex data ingestion initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive program delivery, manage risks, and ensure operational excellence while t...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$120K - $145K *

Empower innovation by leading the development of production Generative AI solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, build, and optimize workflows, ensuring operational excellence a...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $250K *

Unlock potential by owning a product area end-to-end, collaborating with engineering and customers to drive innovation and deliver impactful solutions in a dynamic market...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$147K - $165K *

Drive strategic partnerships and technical solutions for revenue growth, collaborating with sales teams to secure complex integrations and enhance client experiences across mid-market and enterprise s...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead a high-performance engineering team, driving strategy and innovation for Corporate Payments services while aligning technology with business goals. Foster collaboration and continuous improvement...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Transform program execution by coordinating large-scale data center initiatives, ensuring alignment across stakeholders, managing risks, and driving milestones to successful completion while fostering...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive safety program for a federal construction project, ensuring compliance with regulations and fostering a proactive safety culture through trai...

Alexandria, VARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $240K *

Elevate your career by designing and building robust distributed systems. Lead architectural decisions, ensure reliability, and mentor engineers while tackling complex challenges in regulated environm...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$165K - $185K *

Transform the delivery of VMware Cloud Foundation services by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality outcomes, and driving strategic growth in enterprise cloud solutions. Collaborate with stake...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$171K - $205K *

Advance your career by leading technical sales for federal agencies. Utilize Cloudera technologies to create impactful data solutions, nurture customer relationships, and drive innovation in the publi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$215K - $255K *

Grow your career by leading the evolution of a dynamic training program for early-career Solutions Engineers, ensuring high-quality learning experiences and effective deployment into the field while f...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $200K *

Drive strategic partner initiatives by developing joint business plans, managing relationships, and ensuring alignment across teams to maximize growth and visibility in the cybersecurity market...

Chicago, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $200K *

Take ownership of partner relationships, driving strategic initiatives and collaboration across teams to enhance market presence and achieve sales goals. Leverage your expertise in channel sales to fo...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $154K *

Develop and maintain quality software for internal stakeholders, focusing on Python and AWS. Collaborate in an Agile environment, define architecture, and mentor junior developers while enhancing lega...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $170K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role managing customer readiness for dock programs. Oversee project timelines, build relationships, and ensure successful deployments while collaborating with various...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate mechanical engineering projects by managing design and execution from concept to completion. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to ensure quality, compliance, and client satisfaction wh...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful go-to-market strategies for Global Systems Integrators. Leverage your product marketing expertise to create valuable enablement resources that empower partners and enhance Cyera's data...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through expert guidance in Privilege Access Management. Leverage your technical skills to support enterprise clients, ensuring seamless deplo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$79K - $120K *

Partner with us to enhance sales efficiency by owning project-level workstreams, streamlining processes, and utilizing data analytics to empower our Enterprise Account Executives to focus on customer...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $128K *

Shape the future of sales operations by collaborating with senior leaders to optimize processes, streamline workflows, and enhance efficiency for Enterprise Account Executives, driving impactful chang...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.