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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$229K - $260K *

Transform the integration landscape by architecting robust connections between NodeZero and key security platforms, ensuring reliability and observability while mentoring engineers and driving technic...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $171K *

Champion the delivery of complex clinical projects, ensuring quality, time, and cost objectives are met. Lead cross-functional teams, manage client expectations, and drive risk resolution while foster...

Cambridge, MARemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

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San Francisco, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $100K *

Contribute to the development and integration of mission-critical systems, applying systems engineering principles to ensure high reliability and security. Collaborate across teams to support the enti...

Pittsfield, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$145K - $222K *

Deliver impactful leadership by managing multi-discipline nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across teams, and guiding successful execution from design to closeout while maintaining client relations...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$163K - $217K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$97K - $109K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at our Technical Support team as a Senior Technical Support Engineer, tackling complex issues for enterprise health systems and radiology groups while shaping support processes and...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$133K - $173K *

Lead teams to innovate and enhance robust Data & AI platforms, ensuring scalability and security. Own platform capabilities, drive strategic decisions, and mentor engineers to unlock impactful outcome...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$290K - $340K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $90K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $160K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $222K *

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$190K - $250K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$230K - $275K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$121K - $202K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$96K - $184K *

Drive innovative endpoint security solutions by collaborating with clients and sales teams. Leverage your expertise to educate, develop offerings, and enhance customer relationships while staying ahea...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$229K - $260K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $280K *

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Three Mile Bay, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$126K - $208K *

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Silver Spring, MDRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $205K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $109K *

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Boston, MARemote

4 weeks 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.