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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$82K - $125K *

Drive tailored security solutions by managing complex accounts and supporting sales. Collaborate with teams to analyze client needs, deliver presentations, and customize configurations while mentoring...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $130K *

Lead a multidisciplinary team to deliver complex SaaS implementations globally. Focus on team development, solution quality, and operational efficiency while leveraging data to mitigate risks and enha...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $221K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of embedded systems by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive innovation and quality in software development for regulated technology products while fosterin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$118K - $219K *

Drive success by leading a high-performing team in mission engineering, ensuring alignment across programs, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$214K *

Optimize software engineering delivery by leading teams, enhancing processes, and ensuring high-quality outcomes through best practices and modern technologies. Collaborate with stakeholders to transl...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $155K *

Drive global supply chain excellence for cutting-edge hardware products, overseeing end-to-end programs from sourcing to manufacturing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely deliver...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate manufacturing efficiency by leading MES implementation and management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data systems and train staff, ensuring optimal operations and complian...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$118K - $204K *

Empower innovation as you lead software architecture for a cloud-native connected vehicle platform, driving engineering excellence and cross-functional collaboration to deliver impactful solutions for...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of a fully distributed engineering team, driving delivery, quality, and growth while fostering a culture of communication and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional p...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead a distributed engineering team to deliver high-quality software solutions. Foster a culture of ownership and continuous improvement while collaborating with cross-functional partners to drive bus...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $180K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that drives customer success through technical solutions, troubleshooting, and innovative problem-solving in a fast-paced cloud environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Champion a high-performing engineering team, driving execution and innovation across Secrets and Certificate Management products while ensuring security and reliability in cloud and on-premises enviro...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of autonomous systems by developing mission-autonomy software. You'll design, implement, and test capabilities that connect high-level objectives with reliable ve...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $195K *

Champion operational excellence by leading cross-functional teams to implement advanced manufacturing solutions, optimize processes, and drive continuous improvement in a dynamic production environmen...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Unlock your potential by owning the technical sales process for enterprise security solutions. Collaborate with Account Executives to drive impactful outcomes and influence the growth of the Solutions...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Transform the engineering landscape by leading Infrastructure teams focused on CI/CD and Kubernetes. Drive platform consolidation, enhance operational efficiency, and foster a customer-centric environ...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Optimize building assessments and capital projects while leading teams and managing client relationships. Oversee project scopes, budgets, and timelines to deliver impactful outcomes in a collaborativ...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to innovative capital planning and project management. Lead assessments, nurture client relationships, and mentor a talented team while delivering impactful solutions in a...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering technical solutions and support. You'll manage software implementations, maintain cloud environments, and provide training, all while ensuring high standards...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that delivers technical solutions and support for cloud environments. Engage in software implementations, migrations, and training while ensuring high standa...

Gainesville, FLRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$153K - $207K *

Lead the charge in designing scalable cloud solutions, collaborating with customers to address complex challenges and drive AWS adoption, while ensuring secure and cost-optimized architectures that me...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$129K - $239K *

Drive project execution and team growth for over 50 projects, enhancing MGSE production. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance, mentor engineers, and optimize resources while o...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$168K - $227K *

Join a dynamic team to architect and deliver innovative software tools for integration testing in complex hardware and software systems, enhancing verification processes for space and terrestrial appl...

1 week ago

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

$86K - $198K *

Transform your career by leading systems engineering efforts for U.S. Navy munition programs. Drive technical solutions, collaborate with teams, and ensure system integrity throughout the development...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $198K *

Lead the design and development of complex systems, translating customer needs into technical specifications. Collaborate with teams to enhance system performance and support national security mission...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.