Manager, Solutions Engineering, EMEA

at SolarWinds (View all jobs)

Cork, Ireland

Req ID: 100116

At SolarWinds, we’re a people-first company. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of the people we serve—including our employees, customers, shareholders, Partners, and communities. Join us in our mission to help customers accelerate business transformation with simple, powerful, and secure solutions.

The ideal candidate thrives in an innovative, fast-paced environment and is collaborative, accountable, ready, and empathetic. We’re looking for individuals who believe they can accomplish more as a team and create lasting growth for themselves and others. We hire based on attitude, competency, and commitment. Solarians are ready to advance our world-class solutions in a fast-paced environment and accept the challenge to lead with purpose. If you’re looking to build your career with an exceptional team, you’ve come to the right place. Join SolarWinds and grow with us!

Your Role:

We are looking for a talented Manager, Solution Engineering to come help drive growth in EMEA.

Your Impact:

  • Manage a team of presale engineers, providing guidance, mentoring, and coaching to help them achieve their goals and targets.
  • Partner with Sales Directors to drive the technical presales process, supporting them in identifying and closing new business opportunities.
  • Provide technical expertise and leadership throughout the sales cycle, from discovery to solution design to proposal development and presentation.
  • Ensure that presale resources are allocated effectively and efficiently to support sales pursuits.
  • Collaborate with Product Management and Engineering teams to ensure that our solutions are aligned with market needs and customer requirements.
  • Build and maintain relationships with key customers, partners, and industry experts to understand market trends and customer needs.

Why Join Us:

  • We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to do their best work
  • We believe in developing talent and investing in our employees' professional growth and career advancement
  • If you are a talented and motivated individual with a passion for technology, we encourage you to apply, even if you do not meet all of the requirements listed below. We understand that imposter syndrome can hold back highly qualified candidates from applying for roles they are capable of excelling in. We value your potential and believe that diverse experiences and perspectives are essential to our success.

Your Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • At least 5 years of experience in a technical presale’s role, preferably in a B2B software environment
  • Experience in managing a team of presales engineers is a plus.
  • Strong technical background in enterprise software solutions, preferably in the cloud or SaaS space
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Proven track record of working collaboratively with sales teams to win new business.
  • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Experience working in a global or multi-cultural environment is a plus.

SolarWinds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. SolarWinds will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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