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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$138K - $165K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of avionics systems by leading software development initiatives. You'll manage a talented group of engineers, ensuring project success from inception to completio...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$250K - $300K *

Lead high-performing teams to develop user-facing platforms and robust backend services, bridging complex data with intuitive applications. Drive architectural excellence and mentor engineers while co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform complex systems into effective solutions for national defense. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, integrate, and maintain systems, ensuring compliance and performance through...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$225K - $265K *

Lead and mentor a diverse team of backend engineers in EDR remediation, transforming insights into actionable product capabilities while managing scope and fostering collaboration across engineering t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $290K *

Contribute to building cutting-edge software systems that harness AI to solve real-world operational challenges. Drive technical strategy, collaborate across teams, and develop full-stack solutions in...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$164K - $280K *

Drive high-performing engineering teams to deliver scalable software solutions, enhancing healthcare technology through modern systems and practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading the Enterprise Solutions Engineering team, driving customer success through technical expertise and strategic leadership. Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineerin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$71K - $97K *

Elevate operational excellence by ensuring the reliability and performance of automated systems. This hands-on role involves troubleshooting and maintaining complex electro-mechanical systems to susta...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$207K - $300K *

Lead the charge in managing a dynamic engineering team, driving innovative solutions for large-scale infrastructure projects. Collaborate across multiple teams to optimize performance and deliver cutt...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$139K - $208K *

Transform program execution and team development as a Software Functional Manager, blending management and technical expertise to drive software design, implementation, and testing for mission-critica...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$144K - $211K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading a high-performing team in implementing and scaling industrial control systems. Collaborate across functions to ensure reliable, maintainable solutions that supp...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $135K *

Take ownership of cybersecurity initiatives by supporting C4ISR security engineering and risk management activities. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance system security and ensure compliance ac...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $130K *

Empower mission-critical defense initiatives by supporting cybersecurity and information systems security engineering efforts, ensuring robust security posture and compliance across C4ISR systems whil...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$129K - $239K *

Shape the future of missile defense by leading agile teams in the design, development, and testing of cutting-edge applications. Drive technical performance, manage dependencies, and ensure successful...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $170K *

Lead the charge in developing innovative workforce products, guiding a dynamic team to enhance user access frameworks and policies while collaborating closely with Product Managers to drive project su...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Lead a team to enhance cloud platform services, focusing on Kubernetes for AI workloads. Drive technical direction, ensure reliability across multi-region operations, and foster high-performance engin...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of evolving our Managed Kubernetes platform, leading a high-performing team to enhance cloud infrastructure for AI workloads. Drive technical direction, ensure reliability, and foster c...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing team to enhance cloud platform services, focusing on Kubernetes management for AI workloads. Drive technical direction, project delivery, and operational...

1 week ago

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

$110K *

Empower our customers by delivering hands-on technical support and demonstrations for advanced counter-drone technology. Join a dynamic team, troubleshoot complex issues, and help shape our new US fac...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$262K - $364K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team to optimize large-scale infrastructure, drive technical leadership, and enhance platform resiliency while managing complex projects across multiple location...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of energy technology. As a key technical lead, you'll drive sales pursuits, design impactful solutions, and ensure customer pilots achieve measurable results while...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$174K - $178K *

Empower teams to tackle complex AI infrastructure challenges, ensuring seamless deployment and operational excellence. Lead customer support initiatives, develop troubleshooting expertise, and drive b...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a key leadership role to shape engineering strategy and operational performance in a growing GMP pharmaceutical facility, driving modernization, reliability, and continuous improvement initiative...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion partner growth by leading a high-performing team focused on pre-sales excellence, solution strategy, and AI adoption. Drive business development and co-innovation while ensuring technical dis...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving partner growth through technical excellence and strategic innovation. Lead a high-performing group focused on pre-sales, solution strategy, and AI adoption, while fostering...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.