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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$184K - $250K *

Lead and optimize software systems for manufacturing operations, ensuring seamless integration and driving improvements in efficiency and quality and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliv...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$108K - $130K *

Lead cross-functional teams to drive program success, ensuring alignment with customer objectives while managing budgets, schedules, and risks. Advocate for stakeholders and deliver innovative antenna...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Empower innovation by leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional antenna solutions, ensuring customer satisfaction while managing program scope, timelines, and budgets effectively...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving engineering excellence by managing a high-performing team, optimizing processes, and delivering innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and support business...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining automotive engineering by leveraging your expertise in systems design and validation. Collaborate across functions to ensure product alignment with requirements and drive...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of electrical design engineers, ensuring quality and timely delivery of low and medium-voltage switchgear projects while fostering collaboration an...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving efficiency and scalability across engineering programs. Own complex initiatives, provide data-driven insights, and influence senior leaders to shape organizational culture a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Shape the future of digital commerce as a leader in SAP solutions, overseeing design, development, and delivery in a dynamic environment while driving engineering excellence and fostering a high-perfo...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$129K - $240K *

Lead the charge in procurement engineering, ensuring parts meet design, quality, and cost standards while managing a team to resolve supplier issues and drive cost reduction initiatives...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $155K *

Drive the development and verification of ASIC designs through advanced TestBench architecture, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of functional verification requireme...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $251K *

Grow your career by leading a dynamic engineering team focused on cutting-edge flight display systems. Influence current programs and shape future solutions while fostering collaboration and innovatio...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$94K - $112K *

Contribute to the integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale renewable projects, collaborating with engineers to ensure safe and reliable operations while managing technical docum...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $112K *

Drive the integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure safe and reliable operations from development through deployment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $112K *

Join us to drive the integration of battery energy storage systems for utility-scale renewable projects. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable operations while managing...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $112K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of renewable energy by integrating battery energy storage systems. Collaborate with engineers to ensure safe, reliable operations and contribute to innovative sol...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$94K - $112K *

Help us transform renewable energy projects by integrating battery energy storage systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to ensure safe, reliable operations while managing technical docu...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$88K - $105K *

Drive your career with leadership and technical expertise in manufacturing. Lead a team of engineers to optimize processes, enhance equipment performance, and ensure high-reliability standards in semi...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$140K - $150K *

Engineer the future of satellite connectivity by developing Python-based test systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless hardware/software integration and support manufacturin...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$162K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at building scalable cloud services and AI platforms. Lead a team of engineers, drive technical strategy, and define architecture for microservices while fostering innovation and o...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Drive the evolution of a cloud platform, enhancing developer experience and automation. Lead cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable solutions while fostering innovation and operational e...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $130K *

Innovate the future of cloud platforms by leading the design and operation of a secure, scalable infrastructure. Drive automation and enhance developer experience while collaborating with cross-functi...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $145K *

Join us to shape the future of enterprise cybersecurity. Lead a team of engineers, drive modernization initiatives, and influence key technology decisions to enhance our cybersecurity posture across N...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of enterprise cybersecurity by leading a team to modernize technologies and enhance capabilities that protect critical systems. Drive strategic initiatives and influence decisions acr...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Develop scalable energy solutions by leading a cross-functional team to optimize site architectures, reduce costs, and enhance customer engagement in power generation and critical infrastructure proje...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Optimize manufacturing processes and lead continuous improvement initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance safety, quality, and performance. Drive data-driven decision making i...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.