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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$88K - $105K *

Pioneer innovative solutions as a Systems Engineer, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design and deliver advanced software systems. Drive integration and testing efforts while managing requ...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Drive innovation by developing scalable cloud-native solutions for the U.S. Air Force, ensuring best practices in architecture, security, and deployment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to opt...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform engineering capabilities by leading a skilled team, enhancing internal training, and engaging in impactful projects, ensuring operational excellence in food and beverage processing environme...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geospatial intelligence through innovative systems engineering. Lead multi-disciplinary teams to enhance solutions, integration, and analysis across complex sy...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$195K - $240K *

Lead the charge in building and maintaining off-road truck safety cases, conducting hazard analyses, and preparing tests. Oversee commissioning readiness and incident management while growing a small...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer operations by designing integrated material flow solutions. Analyze data, map processes, and create layouts that enhance efficiency across functional areas, ensuring seamless order...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $153K *

Engage with a dynamic team to lead mechanical engineering efforts in developing advanced phased array communication systems, ensuring high-quality execution and continuous improvement across multiple...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure by leading design and optimization efforts, ensuring scalability, security, and reliability. Collaborate with teams to drive automation and cost efficiency while mentori...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $170K *

Champion project management excellence by leading engineering initiatives, coordinating schedules, and ensuring effective communication among stakeholders to drive successful manufacturing facility pr...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$203K - $275K *

Empower a dynamic engineering team by leading software development initiatives, refining product requirements, and driving architectural decisions to enhance AWS services and customer experiences at s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$184K - $276K *

Lead the charge in building security foundations for AI agents, overseeing a team that ensures agent identification, authentication, and authorization while collaborating across platforms to enhance t...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$209K - $314K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to establish security foundations for AI agents. Collaborate on agent identification, authentication, and verification, ensuring trust and quality in production service...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower a team of Application Engineers to drive innovative capital solutions. Oversee opportunity management, enhance collaboration, and ensure quality standards while mentoring talent and implementi...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Manage a team of Application Engineers to drive innovative capital solutions, ensuring effective project execution and collaboration across teams while enhancing productivity and compliance with indus...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in capital solutions by managing a skilled group of Application Engineers. Lead opportunity assessments, enhance processes, and collaborate with cross-functional...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading a team of Application Engineers, driving innovative solutions in the light industry. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, mentor talent, and ensure project success w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation by leading a team of Application Engineers to enhance capital solutions for the Light industry. Drive opportunity assessments, foster collaboration, and implement process improveme...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovation in engineering management by leading a team of Application Engineers. Drive collaboration and process improvements to enhance productivity and deliver high-quality solutions in the...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion a team of Application Engineers to drive innovative capital solutions, ensuring effective opportunity management and collaboration across stakeholders while enhancing productivity and complia...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping innovative solutions in the light industry. Lead a skilled group of Application Engineers, manage project opportunities, and drive collaboration to enhance productivity and...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a team of Application Engineers, driving innovative solutions and ensuring project success through collaboration, strategic oversight, and quality control in the light indu...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$186K - $248K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance our core platform. Drive technical strategy, foster collaboration, and ensure operational excellence while shaping the future of...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$225K - $265K *

Shape the future of secure administration by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on backend services, user access, and account management. Drive innovation while ensuring operational excellence...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Manage the development and integration of advanced Submarine combat systems, ensuring seamless operation of hybrid software, web, and hardware products. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative so...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of aviation technology by driving innovative cloud solutions that enhance FAA operations, ensuring safety and efficiency in the aviation sector while collaborating with diverse te...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 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.