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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$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in systems engineering for national security. Manage Agile processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance system performance through technical ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Transform the future of intelligence by leading software development efforts, ensuring high-quality solutions through Agile methodologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $204K *

Drive global expansion by owning the customer experience lifecycle for new locales, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define service offerings and ensure seamless delivery of innovative tel...

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

$130K - $220K *

Manage and enhance complex operational data flows, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with mission customers to analyze and transform raw data, while improving processing and distribu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $220K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing operational data flows through innovative solutions. Collaborate with mission customers to analyze and transform data, ensuring security and compliance while...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$170K - $255K *

Elevate your career by owning test program management for NPI and production, ensuring seamless engineering readiness and driving cross-functional collaboration to meet critical milestones and deliver...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Optimize enterprise monitoring solutions by administering Dynatrace, enhancing application performance, and ensuring operational observability across diverse environments. Collaborate with teams to im...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$185K - $240K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and enhance complex software systems, focusing on analytics, algorithms, and large data sets. Collaborate on innovative solutions while ensuring adherence to design requ...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $240K *

Elevate your career by developing innovative software solutions that enhance performance and security. Collaborate in a dynamic team environment to tackle complex challenges and deliver high-quality t...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team that drives enterprise success by bridging technical guidance and innovative CX solutions, integrating advanced voice technologies to enhance business communication and customer in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation as a Solution Architect, delivering cutting-edge HPC solutions. Collaborate with global experts to meet diverse customer needs across industries, ensuring optimal IT architectures a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $215K *

Transform pre-sales activities by leading a team of security engineers, engaging with customers, and developing tailored technical solutions to drive revenue growth and enhance client satisfaction in...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of secure software solutions. Leverage your expertise in cloud engineering and DevSecOps to enhance mission-critical applications within a dynamic DoD environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $200K *

Lead the charge in electrical engineering excellence across multiple campuses, ensuring robust design, validation, and energization of critical infrastructure while integrating onsite generation solut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the expansion and management of infrastructure across diverse environments, enhancing DevOps capabilities while collaborating with teams to meet critical mission objectives and ensure seamless c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Advance your DevOps expertise by managing infrastructure across diverse environments, collaborating with teams, and ensuring customer requirements are met. Engage in sprint planning and documentation...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $144K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$71K - $97K *

Engage in hands-on support of automated warehouse systems, ensuring reliability and performance. Collaborate with technical teams to troubleshoot and maintain complex electro-mechanical systems, drivi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading multiple engineering teams to drive innovation, enhance AI integration, and elevate technical standards. Shape the future of engineering leadership while aligning technical...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Optimize backend systems by leading scalable infrastructure projects, mentoring teams, and driving technical execution. Collaborate on complex distributed systems while maintaining hands-on developmen...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$138K - $165K *

Lead the charge in developing a high-performing team of Partner Technology Architects, driving partner growth through strategic business development, technical excellence, and AI-first technology adop...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Drive the technical outcomes of critical programs, leading a team to deliver innovative solutions while collaborating with government and industry partners. Shape product development from concept to e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $333K *

Join a team that's redefining AI and infrastructure by leading complex, multi-disciplinary engineering projects. Utilize your technical expertise to manage programs, drive performance, and ensure alig...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 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.