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INTRODUCTION
Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies, and government institutions.
The Manager, Solutions Engineering is a leadership role within the Saviynt revenue organization, combining technical expertise with strategic vision to drive the adoption of Saviynt’s innovative platform for identity governance, access management, and cloud security. Saviynt’s converged solutions simplify access control, ensure compliance, and enhance security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, enabling organizations to succeed in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.
LOCATION
Location: Boston
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Team Leadership and Development:
- Recruit, manage, and develop a high-performing team of Solutions Engineers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to enhance technical expertise, customer engagement skills, and strategic thinking.
- Establish and maintain a collaborative team culture focused on innovation, knowledge-sharing, and delivering customer value.
Strategic Customer Engagement:
- Oversee and participate in high-impact customer engagements, including technical discovery sessions, workshops, and strategic planning discussions.
- Guide the development of customized presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (POCs) that align with customer needs and showcase Saviynt’s value.
- Build and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders, including executives, to ensure alignment and long-term success.
Operational Excellence:
- Drive operational efficiency by implementing best practices and processes for pre-sales activities, including RFP responses, business case development, and competitive analysis.
- Monitor and prioritize team activities to ensure timely and effective support for top regional opportunities.
- Regularly provide feedback to Product Management, Marketing, and Solutions Strategy teams to influence product direction and market positioning.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Act as a key liaison between pre-sales and post-sales teams, ensuring smooth transitions to Customer Success and Professional Services.
- Collaborate with Sales Leadership to align technical strategies with revenue objectives and regional priorities.
- Partner with Product Marketing and Product Management to deliver thought leadership materials and refine offerings based on market feedback.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, or related domains, with a proven track record in pre-sales leadership or consulting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience (e.g., certifications such as ISACA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Google Cloud Security Engineer).
- Strong technical aptitude and a commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
- Up to 50% domestic travel.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Proven leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Expertise in identity governance, access management, cloud security, and related domains.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and business audiences at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering customer value and driving results.
- Proficiency in operational planning, project management, and process optimization.
- Positive, customer-first mindset with a passion for innovation and excellence.
You may also be eligible to participate in a Saviynt discretionary sales commission plan, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work that directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!
Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
If required for this role, you will:
- Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter.
- Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):
Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
Incident Response Policy/Procedures
Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
Mobile Device Policy
Account Management Policy
Access Control Policy
Personnel Security Policy
Privacy Policy
Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!
Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
INTRODUCTION
Saviynt's AI-powered identity platform manages and governs human and non-human access to all of an organization's applications, data, and business processes. Customers trust Saviynt to safeguard their digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. Built for the AI age, Saviynt is today helping organizations safely accelerate their deployment and usage of AI. Saviynt is recognized as the leader in identity security, with solutions that protect and empower the world’s leading brands, Fortune 500 companies, and government institutions.
The Manager, Solutions Engineering is a leadership role within the Saviynt revenue organization, combining technical expertise with strategic vision to drive the adoption of Saviynt’s innovative platform for identity governance, access management, and cloud security. Saviynt’s converged solutions simplify access control, ensure compliance, and enhance security across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, enabling organizations to succeed in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.
LOCATION
Location: Boston
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Team Leadership and Development:
- Recruit, manage, and develop a high-performing team of Solutions Engineers, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Provide mentorship and coaching to enhance technical expertise, customer engagement skills, and strategic thinking.
- Establish and maintain a collaborative team culture focused on innovation, knowledge-sharing, and delivering customer value.
Strategic Customer Engagement:
- Oversee and participate in high-impact customer engagements, including technical discovery sessions, workshops, and strategic planning discussions.
- Guide the development of customized presentations, demos, and Proof of Concepts (POCs) that align with customer needs and showcase Saviynt’s value.
- Build and maintain relationships with key customer stakeholders, including executives, to ensure alignment and long-term success.
Operational Excellence:
- Drive operational efficiency by implementing best practices and processes for pre-sales activities, including RFP responses, business case development, and competitive analysis.
- Monitor and prioritize team activities to ensure timely and effective support for top regional opportunities.
- Regularly provide feedback to Product Management, Marketing, and Solutions Strategy teams to influence product direction and market positioning.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Act as a key liaison between pre-sales and post-sales teams, ensuring smooth transitions to Customer Success and Professional Services.
- Collaborate with Sales Leadership to align technical strategies with revenue objectives and regional priorities.
- Partner with Product Marketing and Product Management to deliver thought leadership materials and refine offerings based on market feedback.
WHAT YOU BRING
- Minimum of twelve (12) years of experience in Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, or related domains, with a proven track record in pre-sales leadership or consulting.
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience (e.g., certifications such as ISACA, AWS Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals, Google Cloud Security Engineer).
- Strong technical aptitude and a commitment to continuous learning and staying ahead of industry trends.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver in a fast-paced environment.
- Up to 50% domestic travel.
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Proven leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team.
- Expertise in identity governance, access management, cloud security, and related domains.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence technical and business audiences at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on delivering customer value and driving results.
- Proficiency in operational planning, project management, and process optimization.
- Positive, customer-first mindset with a passion for innovation and excellence.
You may also be eligible to participate in a Saviynt discretionary sales commission plan, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work that directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!
Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
If required for this role, you will:
- Complete security & privacy literacy and awareness training during onboarding and annually thereafter.
- Review (initially and annually thereafter), understand, and adhere to Information Security/Privacy Policies and Procedures such as (but not limited to):
Data Classification, Retention & Handling Policy
Incident Response Policy/Procedures
Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Policy/Procedures
Mobile Device Policy
Account Management Policy
Access Control Policy
Personnel Security Policy
Privacy Policy
Saviynt is an amazing place to work. We are a high-growth, Platform as a Service company focused on Identity Authority to power and protect the world at work. You will experience tremendous growth and learning opportunities through challenging yet rewarding work which directly impacts our customers, all within a welcoming and positive work environment. If you're resilient and enjoy working in a dynamic environment you belong with us!
Saviynt is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome everyone to our team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.
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Who's Hiring
- GenScript ProBio10
- Databricks8
- NVIDIA7
- Nutanix7
- Generac Power Systems6
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software103
- Manufacturing19
- Consulting & Professional Services17
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals13
- Electronics & Hardware8
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in sales engineering manager jobs.
- 5 or more years of pre-sales or solutions engineering experience, including team management
- Proven ability to recruit, onboard, and develop high-performing sales engineering teams
- Strong proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce and SE tools like Gong or Chorus
- Experience collaborating cross-functionally with sales, product, and customer success leadership
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline
- Familiarity with value-based selling methodologies such as MEDDIC, MEDDPICC, or Challenger
Tips for Your Sales Engineering Manager Job Search
Quantify your team's revenue impact
Hiring managers for sales engineering manager roles want to see how your SE team directly influenced closed revenue. Replace vague language with concrete outcomes: pipeline influenced, win-rate improvements after you standardized demos, or deals unblocked by technical escalations you led.
Highlight your hiring and coaching experience
Most postings require proven experience building and developing SE teams, not just managing them. Call out specific examples: how many SEs you hired, how you structured onboarding, and any formal coaching programs or competency frameworks you introduced to improve team performance.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists sales engineering manager openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by your technical stack depth
Sales engineering manager roles in cloud, security, and data platforms often require hands-on familiarity with the product category, not just leadership experience. Filter openings by the technology domain where your background is deepest so your resume clears the initial technical screen.
Prepare a structured demo-strategy example
Interviewers routinely ask how you redesigned or standardized the discovery and demo process across your team. Have a specific story ready: the problem you identified, the process change you implemented, and the measurable outcome it produced for win rates or deal velocity.
Negotiate scope, not just compensation
When evaluating offers, clarify the reporting structure, headcount authority, and whether the team is pre-sales only or also handles post-sale technical accounts. Scope ambiguity at this level often creates conflict after you join, so get the boundaries defined in writing before you accept.
Sales Engineering Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most sales engineering managers?
The companies hiring the most sales engineering managers right now include GenScript ProBio, Databricks, and NVIDIA, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Enterprise software and cybersecurity vendors consistently account for the highest volume of openings.
How many sales engineering manager jobs are remote?
About 44% of sales engineering manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how frequently the role operates across distributed sales territories. Pre-sales leadership and technical enablement functions tend to be the most remote-compatible sub-areas, while roles tied to field sales teams or customer onboarding often require regional travel.
How do you become a sales engineering manager?
Most sales engineering managers move up from individual-contributor SE or solutions architect roles after demonstrating consistent technical credibility and cross-functional influence. Building experience mentoring junior SEs, leading team initiatives like demo standardization or competitive playbooks, and taking on interim team-lead responsibilities all signal readiness. Formal leadership development programs and industry certifications in relevant platforms accelerate the transition.
Can you get hired as a sales engineering manager without prior management experience?
Some companies will hire strong senior individual-contributor SEs into a first-time manager role, especially at earlier-stage companies building out the function from scratch. Your case is stronger if you can demonstrate informal leadership: mentoring peers, owning the team's demo environment, leading RFP responses, or coordinating cross-functional product feedback. Framing those contributions explicitly in your resume bridges the gap when direct management experience is limited.
What does the sales engineering manager interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on leadership philosophy and team structure, and a deeper panel with sales and product stakeholders. Candidates are frequently asked to present a case study on how they would build or improve an SE team, define success metrics, or diagnose a struggling demo process. Expect questions on cross-functional alignment and how you handle conflict between SE and account executive priorities.
Where can I find and apply to sales engineering manager jobs?
You can find and apply to sales engineering manager jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level, technical domain, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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