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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$188K - $282K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving technical sales excellence by managing and developing the Solutions Engineering team, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a customer-focused env...

Olympia Fields, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to deliver innovative waste management solutions. Collaborate with clients to optimize operations through tailored technology integrations and enhance sustainability efforts while drivin...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$126K - $210K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic engineering team to enhance specialty prescription processes. Drive strategic direction, foster collaboration, and ensure delivery excellence while managing multi...

Columbus, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Drive the FastAuth team's success by leading complex engineering initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of specialty prescriptions while fostering team health and collaboration across multiple workstre...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$126K - $210K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading complex projects and driving innovation in specialty prescription processing. Oversee engineering delivery, team health, and strategic dire...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$104K - $140K *

Shape the future of warehouse solutions by leading complex design initiatives, managing multiple projects, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and efficient customer-fo...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$212K - $265K *

Transform the API Platform by leading a team to enhance scalability, security, and developer experience. Drive architectural standards and foster collaboration while delivering high-performing systems...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $269K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering innovative systems solutions. You'll lead technical planning and analysis, ensuring effective integration and validation across all system levels while mento...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of air mobility and maritime systems. Lead design and integration efforts, ensuring product lifecycle success while collaborating with stakeholders to meet custom...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$129K - $239K *

Join our team to lead technical planning and system integration efforts, ensuring effective solutions that meet customer requirements while managing a skilled workforce in a dynamic environment...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$253K - $342K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI agents in the cloud. Lead engineering efforts for a cutting-edge managed service, driving technical strategy and growth while ensuring reliability and secur...

Yesterday

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

$180K - $220K *

Unlock potential by driving technical requirements and market adoption for integrated solutions. Collaborate across teams to translate complex defense needs into user-friendly products, ensuring optim...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$138K - $165K *

Drive engineering excellence by leading diverse initiatives to enhance grid strategies, ensuring timely project delivery while fostering collaboration and innovation across teams to meet operational g...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$210K - $255K *

Help us shape the future of software integration by leading modernization efforts, collaborating across teams, and ensuring mission continuity through innovative solutions and robust architectures...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$138K - $165K *

Unlock your potential by leading engineering initiatives that shape grid strategies, enhance project execution, and drive digital transformation. Collaborate across teams to ensure timely delivery of...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Innovate network solutions by managing firewall configurations, providing 24x7 support, and ensuring robust incident resolution. Collaborate on technical documentation and budgeting while mentoring te...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$125K - $208K *

Champion the management of eligibility and enrollment systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and integration. Lead project transformations, collaborate with stakeholders, and drive continuous imp...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$127K - $183K *

Transform customer solutions by architecting AI-driven applications using Google Cloud. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize performance and deliver innovative, scalable solutions that meet busi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$132K - $165K *

Drive the development and enhancement of innovative products and platforms, leading a dynamic engineering team to deliver secure, scalable solutions while fostering collaboration and technical excelle...

Staples, MNRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Optimize global data protection services by leading a team of 10 professionals. Drive technological transformation with cutting-edge solutions, ensuring effective backup and recovery operations while...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Lead a global engineering team in transforming data protection services. Drive innovative solutions, manage vendor relationships, and oversee budgets to enhance security and operational effectiveness...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering excellence by mentoring a dynamic team, driving process improvements, and implementing innovative technologies to enhance manufacturing operations and support new busine...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $260K *

Seeking a Solutions Engineer to design tailored infrastructure solutions, engage with clients, and enhance sales strategies across Data Center, Cloud, and Security sectors. Collaborate with teams to d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$89K - $153K *

Transform client experiences by architecting advanced ad tech integrations, leveraging AI tools to streamline onboarding, troubleshoot issues, and deliver insights that drive data-driven decisions and...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $172K *

Join a team that's redefining ad tech integration by architecting AI-driven solutions, enhancing client onboarding, and delivering actionable insights to maximize operational efficiency and revenue gr...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

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.