H-1B Visa Solutions Engineering Manager Jobs
Solutions Engineering Manager roles sit at the intersection of technical leadership and client strategy, making them strong candidates for H-1B visa specialty occupation classification. Employers in SaaS, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise software regularly sponsor H-1B visas for this title. Use this page to find verified sponsoring employers actively hiring for this role.
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Manages the design, development, operation, and maintenance of software and firmware components and computing systems software to be applied to and integrated with engineering, scientific, and manufacturing requirements. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of such engineering applications and products such as laboratory simulation systems, airplane flight control and display systems, avionics, mechanical and electrical systems, weapons armament, commercial and military aircraft systems, mobile and ground-based defense systems, space systems, and other systems and applications of this nature. Insures the interface with customers, suppliers, application users, and other technical and support personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science. Other related degree field with significant software development experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical software systems/programs
- Process Improvement and Affordability experience
- Software engineering Management or Software engineering Team Lead experience including task planning, budget management and/or employee development and mentoring
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong software architecture and design experience.
- C/C++/Python experience
- Linux/VxWorks experience
- DevSecOps experience (CI/CD, Git/Gitlab)
- Agile development (Scrum/Kanban)
- Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams
- Basis of Estimate (BOE) development
- Control Account Manager (CAM) experience
- Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience including Agile EVMS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Prior Engineering Management
- Proposal Development
- Strong business acumen, management influence and whole systems thinking
- Strong interpersonal skills
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
INTRODUCTION
Manages the design, development, operation, and maintenance of software and firmware components and computing systems software to be applied to and integrated with engineering, scientific, and manufacturing requirements. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Oversees the appropriate standards, processes, procedures, and tools throughout the system development life cycle to support the generation of such engineering applications and products such as laboratory simulation systems, airplane flight control and display systems, avionics, mechanical and electrical systems, weapons armament, commercial and military aircraft systems, mobile and ground-based defense systems, space systems, and other systems and applications of this nature. Insures the interface with customers, suppliers, application users, and other technical and support personnel.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Science. Other related degree field with significant software development experience
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex technical software systems/programs
- Process Improvement and Affordability experience
- Software engineering Management or Software engineering Team Lead experience including task planning, budget management and/or employee development and mentoring
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Strong software architecture and design experience.
- C/C++/Python experience
- Linux/VxWorks experience
- DevSecOps experience (CI/CD, Git/Gitlab)
- Agile development (Scrum/Kanban)
- Ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams
- Basis of Estimate (BOE) development
- Control Account Manager (CAM) experience
- Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience including Agile EVMS
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Prior Engineering Management
- Proposal Development
- Strong business acumen, management influence and whole systems thinking
- Strong interpersonal skills
PAY INFORMATION
Full-Time Salary Range: $166900.00 - $309900.00
At Lockheed Martin, we know mission success starts with taking care of our people. Our Total Rewards program is designed to attract top talent, support your well-being, and help you grow—both professionally and personally.
The salary range for this position is as listed on the requisition. Please note that the salary information listed is a general guideline only. Lockheed Martin considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills as well as market (work location) and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS OFFERED
Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible work arrangements and schedules (e.g., 4x10), 401(k) match, Paid time off, Holidays, Parental Leave, EAP, Flexible Spending Accounts, Education Assistance, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability.
- Annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs may be offered depending on the position. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and can vary from year to year and are tied to a range of performance metrics.
- For (Washington state applicants only) Non-represented full-time employees: accrue at least 10 hours per month of Paid Time Off (PTO) to be used for incidental absences and other reasons; receive at least 90 hours for holidays. Represented full-time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of sick leave annually; receive at least 96 hours for holidays. PTO, Vacation, sick leave, and holiday hours are prorated based on start date during the calendar year.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Solutions Engineering Manager
Map your degree to specialty occupation
USCIS requires a direct relationship between your degree field and the Solutions Engineering Manager role. A bachelor's in computer science, engineering, or information systems typically satisfies this. A business or unrelated degree needs a strong equivalency argument prepared before your employer files.
Target employers with LCA filing history
Use Migrate Mate to filter Solutions Engineering Manager roles by employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for this title. LCA history signals that the employer's legal team already understands the specialty occupation classification and prevailing wage obligations for your role.
Check prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Run the OFLC Wage Search using the closest SOC code for solutions engineers before you negotiate. Your offer must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your metro area, and your employer's LCA must certify that wage level before USCIS will approve the petition.
Confirm the employer files cap-subject petitions
Some companies use staffing intermediaries or consulting structures that complicate H-1B sponsorship. Ask directly whether the employer has filed cap-subject H-1B petitions before. Cap-exempt employers like universities won't help if you need a standard lottery slot.
Align your start date with the October 1 cap window
H-1B cap registrations open in March for an October 1 start date. If you're currently on OPT or a different status, coordinate your offer letter timing with your employer so the petition is filed during the correct registration window, not after it closes.
Document your management scope for the petition
Solutions Engineering Manager roles can draw RFEs if USCIS questions whether management duties require a specialized degree. Prepare a detailed job duty breakdown showing that the role requires applying engineering principles at an advanced level, not just supervising a team.
H-1B Visa Solutions Engineering Manager: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Solutions Engineering Manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, in most cases. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in a specific technical field. Solutions Engineering Manager positions at software, cloud, and enterprise technology companies typically qualify because the work requires applying specialized knowledge in systems design, technical architecture, or product integration. Roles where the manager primarily handles sales coordination with minimal technical depth carry higher risk of an RFE.
Which industries sponsor H-1B visas most consistently for this role?
SaaS platforms, cloud infrastructure providers, cybersecurity firms, and enterprise software companies sponsor H-1B visas for Solutions Engineering Manager roles at the highest rates. These employers file LCAs regularly and have internal immigration counsel familiar with the specialty occupation classification for technical leadership titles. You can browse verified sponsoring employers by industry on Migrate Mate.
What happens to my H-1B status if I get promoted from Solutions Engineer to Solutions Engineering Manager at the same company?
Your employer must file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before or shortly after the promotion takes effect, because the job duties, title, and potentially the wage level have materially changed. Continuing in the new role without an amended petition puts your status at risk. The prevailing wage on the amended LCA must also reflect the manager-level SOC code, which is typically higher than the individual contributor rate.
Can I negotiate a remote work arrangement and still maintain H-1B status as a Solutions Engineering Manager?
Yes, but your employer must file a new or amended LCA for each worksite location where you'll work for more than a few days, including your home address if you work remotely. The prevailing wage on that LCA must correspond to the DOL wage level for the metro area where you're physically working, not where the employer's headquarters is located. Frequent travel to client sites across multiple metros adds additional LCA complexity.
How do I evaluate whether an employer is genuinely able to sponsor my H-1B, not just willing?
Check whether the employer has certified LCAs for Solutions Engineering Manager or closely related titles using the OFLC Wage Search or DOL disclosure data. Willingness to sponsor and legal capability to execute are different things. Smaller employers without prior H-1B experience may lack the internal infrastructure or legal relationships to file on time. Look for employers with documented LCA filing history in your target role, which Migrate Mate surfaces directly in its job listings.