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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$135K - $160K *

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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.