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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$266K - $342K *

Lead the charge in delivering innovative solutions as a trusted advisor, collaborating with enterprise clients to align Cisco's offerings with their business needs, while driving technical excellence...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$266K - $394K *

Unlock potential by serving as a trusted advisor in pre-sales, showcasing Cisco solutions to enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to align technical offerings with customer needs, driving innova...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in product design and engineering, overseeing a team to create custom trailers. Collaborate with manufacturing and sales to ensure quality and efficiency while driving innovation and t...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$184K - $250K *

Transform enterprise AI systems by leading technical delivery, architecting scalable solutions, and mentoring teams. Drive operational excellence and accelerate customer adoption of AI technologies th...

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

$112K - $135K *

Champion innovation by leading complex multi-team programs, enhancing the strategy, tooling, and governance of open-source documentation systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize workflow an...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$266K - $342K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise solutions by acting as a trusted advisor to top organizations. Leverage your technical expertise to design and present Cisco solutions that align wi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in Medium Voltage solutions, focusing on application support, technical development, and customer collaboration to optimize power distribution systems and ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing Medium Voltage power distribution solutions, ensuring alignment with customer specifications and industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver in...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $277K *

Lead the development of systems and tools for infrastructure capacity planning and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and drive measurable savings whil...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock backend development potential by creating scalable solutions utilizing Java frameworks like Spring. Collaborate in Agile teams to drive project success with strong debugging, coding standards...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $135K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in managing engineering changes for aircraft configurations. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure compliance and maintain accurate records, contributing to th...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $155K *

Drive billing accuracy and reliability as you lead a growing engineering team. Collaborate with Finance and Product to shape the roadmap for usage-based billing systems, ensuring customer trust and se...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the evolution of our billing systems by leading a dynamic engineering team. Drive strategy, ensure accuracy, and collaborate across departments to enhance customer trust as we scale our usage...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $241K *

Transform engineering delivery by leading a dynamic team to optimize hardware development projects, manage third-party partnerships, and drive innovation while ensuring quality and efficiency across m...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $241K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to deliver hardware projects, optimizing resources and managing third-party partnerships to align with business goals and enhance project efficiency...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in hardware development by leading a dynamic engineering group. You'll optimize resources, manage third-party partnerships, and ensure project success from concep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to deliver hardware projects, optimizing resources and managing third-party partnerships. Drive innovation and efficiency while ensuring high-quality outcomes and align...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$104K - $166K *

Elevate software delivery by leading agile teams, aligning project priorities, and ensuring compliance with standards. Drive modernization efforts while managing resources and fostering communication...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $187K *

Drive quality assurance initiatives by managing and implementing comprehensive Quality Control activities, ensuring compliance with project specifications and fostering collaboration across teams for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$205K - $381K *

Drive execution of FBM Structures initiatives, managing a $50M budget and a team of 65 engineers. Oversee integrated planning, risk management, and technical authority to ensure successful program out...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $197K *

Unlock potential by leading complex, multi-disciplinary projects in a collaborative environment. Utilize your technical expertise to drive product development and enhance manufacturing processes, ensu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $175K *

Champion the execution of security and privacy initiatives, aligning cross-functional teams to reduce risks and enhance outcomes. Drive strategic planning, maintain clear communication, and prepare ex...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $265K *

Join a team that's pushing the boundaries of technology as a Software Engineering Manager. Lead a high-performing squad to develop cutting-edge systems, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$207K - $300K *

Lead and optimize software engineering teams to develop large-scale infrastructure solutions. Manage projects, guide technical strategies, and enhance team performance across diverse areas, ensuring e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in manufacturing engineering, driving new product introductions and optimizing existing processes. Empower teams, ensure cross-functional alignment, and foster continuous improvement i...

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  •   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.