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 - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of complex software solutions, providing technical leadership and mentorship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system architecture and ensure high...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and implementation of complex software solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive technical decisions and mentor engineers, ensuring scalable...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$149K - $223K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise AI solutions, bridging sales and technical teams to deliver impactful transformations. Engage with customers to architect scalable solutions, ensuring operationa...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$95K *

Drive impactful solutions as a tech-savvy consultant, showcasing cloud-based fire and EMS software to public safety agencies. Collaborate with sales teams to tailor presentations, enhance customer eng...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $231K *

Drive the technical narrative for a cutting-edge platform, translating complex architecture into compelling stories for diverse audiences. Collaborate across teams to enhance product demonstrations an...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $172K *

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $126K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Drive project success by managing client relationships and leading implementation strategies. Collaborate with teams to assess needs, develop plans, and ensure timely delivery while navigating challen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$84K - $105K *

Deliver exceptional client engagement by managing project success, assessing needs, and developing strategic plans. Lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely and budget-compliant implementations wh...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion technical integration efforts with partners, ensuring alignment with requirements while delivering enablement and support. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive successful par...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$165K - $248K *

Lead enterprise-scale operations for cloud services, ensuring performance and customer satisfaction. Drive a multidisciplinary team, manage service transitions, and leverage data-driven metrics to enh...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive customer success as a technical expert, partnering to optimize IoT deployments. Your strategic insights will enhance service adoption and expand account growth, delivering tangible business outc...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by transforming workflows and enhancing team capabilities through AI. Collaborate across departments to implement innovative solutions that streamline operations and drive sustained a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$157K - $283K *

Elevate your career by managing complex R&D projects in wireless communication, focusing on 6G security for military applications. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative soluti...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$157K - $283K *

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$138K - $163K *

Drive the evolution of software solutions for healthcare quality reporting, leading engineering teams to deliver innovative, high-quality products while fostering a culture of collaboration and contin...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of networking by leading hands-on system integration; design, implement, and optimize solutions. Collaborate across teams to enhance efficiencies and deliver top-tier operational...

Maryland, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$200K - $250K *

Champion product security initiatives by leading a skilled team, architecting compliance frameworks, and managing incident response to enhance trust across all products and stakeholders...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Innovate a high-performance AI training platform, enhancing ML workflows for autonomous vehicles. Collaborate across teams to optimize model development, ensuring reliability and scalability while pro...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$250K - $413K *

Unlock potential by developing scalable, distributed systems that enhance our core backend services, impacting APIs, messaging, and payments. Collaborate with a talented team to solve complex challeng...

Los Gatos, CARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Transform legal research by enabling AI adoption in law firms. Collaborate with leaders to design effective workflows, enhance vendor partnerships, and build internal AI capabilities, ensuring clients...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and implementing complex operational workflows that enhance service delivery and client experience. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement...

Johnson City, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative software solutions by providing technical sales support, leading product demonstrations, and addressing client needs. Collaborate with sales teams to enhance user experiences and d...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $221K *

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New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.