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*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Mgr.*
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Manager to lead high-performing teams delivering mission-critical technology solutions for the fast-growing Affinity Solutions market. In this influential role, you’ll provide technology leadership, drive delivery of Affinity’s technology strategic plans, and ensure safe, secure, and scalable platform delivery. You will empower engineering professionals through career development, while building strong strategic partnerships with business stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to directly shape the future of our technology portfolio and play a key role in advancing Affinity Solutions’ growth strategy.
Responsibilities include
Lead and inspire engineering delivery teams — guiding solutions professionals through staffing, mentoring, and performance development in a dynamic, matrixed environment.
Build future-ready talent — mentor and develop high-performing engineers, encouraging collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Enable technology strategy and execution — serve as solution owner, driving technology health and innovation for Affinity Solutions’ technology portfolio.
Be a trusted business partner — collaborate with key Affinity Solutions partners to build market business knowledge and continuously scan industry trends and emerging technologies to bring thought leadership and innovative ideas.
Be a collaborator — engage with Product Owners, architects, security, data, and external partners to align business and enterprise priorities and address staffing capacity challenges.
Deliver with resilience — oversee business continuity, incident response, and secure platform delivery to ensure mission-critical systems remain reliable.
Own financial and vendor outcomes — manage budgets, technology vendors, and strategic staffing partners to optimize value and transparency.
Foster engineering excellence — ensure engineers follow the best practices, development standards, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across the teams.
Guide strategic initiatives — oversee and lead high-priority technology initiatives while supporting the enterprise portfolio management processes.
Qualifications
Emerging or Experienced People Leader – Brings experience mentoring, coaching, or guiding others, with a strong interest in growing into formal leadership.
Trusted Influencer – Builds credibility and respect by fostering collaboration and driving alignment across teams.
Clear Communicator – Able to engage, inspire, and connect with teammates and stakeholders at all levels.
Solution-Oriented Thinker – Approaches challenges with curiosity and resilience, resolving issues quickly or elevating them with clarity when needed.
Future-Focused Innovator – Excited to continuously learn, grow, and apply emerging technologies and practices.
Strategic Planner – Brings knowledge of portfolio planning, project management, or systems development methodologies, with the ability to apply them effectively in a dynamic environment.
Technologically Fluent – Comfortable understanding how technology solutions work and how they integrate with other internal and external systems.
#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**
Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.
Preferred Skills:
Accountability, Active Listening, Adaptability, Application Infrastructure, Business, Coaching, Collaboration, Communication, Decision Making, Effective Delegation, Planning Ability, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Software Solutions, Solutions Development, Strategic Execution, Talent AssessmentsThe estimated base pay range for this job is:
Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.
Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:
Paid time off:
- We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
- Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
- Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:
- Environmental Health & Sustainability
- Mental Wellness and Disability
- Pride at Securian Financial
- Securian Young Professionals Network
- Securian Multicultural Network
- Securian Women and Allies Network
- Servicemember Associate Resource Group
This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at Employment@Securian.com, by telephone 651-655-5522 (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).
Securian Financial is a drug-free workplace.
*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Mgr.*
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Engineering Manager to lead high-performing teams delivering mission-critical technology solutions for the fast-growing Affinity Solutions market. In this influential role, you’ll provide technology leadership, drive delivery of Affinity’s technology strategic plans, and ensure safe, secure, and scalable platform delivery. You will empower engineering professionals through career development, while building strong strategic partnerships with business stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to directly shape the future of our technology portfolio and play a key role in advancing Affinity Solutions’ growth strategy.
Responsibilities include
Lead and inspire engineering delivery teams — guiding solutions professionals through staffing, mentoring, and performance development in a dynamic, matrixed environment.
Build future-ready talent — mentor and develop high-performing engineers, encouraging collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
Enable technology strategy and execution — serve as solution owner, driving technology health and innovation for Affinity Solutions’ technology portfolio.
Be a trusted business partner — collaborate with key Affinity Solutions partners to build market business knowledge and continuously scan industry trends and emerging technologies to bring thought leadership and innovative ideas.
Be a collaborator — engage with Product Owners, architects, security, data, and external partners to align business and enterprise priorities and address staffing capacity challenges.
Deliver with resilience — oversee business continuity, incident response, and secure platform delivery to ensure mission-critical systems remain reliable.
Own financial and vendor outcomes — manage budgets, technology vendors, and strategic staffing partners to optimize value and transparency.
Foster engineering excellence — ensure engineers follow the best practices, development standards, and drive a culture of continuous improvement across the teams.
Guide strategic initiatives — oversee and lead high-priority technology initiatives while supporting the enterprise portfolio management processes.
Qualifications
Emerging or Experienced People Leader – Brings experience mentoring, coaching, or guiding others, with a strong interest in growing into formal leadership.
Trusted Influencer – Builds credibility and respect by fostering collaboration and driving alignment across teams.
Clear Communicator – Able to engage, inspire, and connect with teammates and stakeholders at all levels.
Solution-Oriented Thinker – Approaches challenges with curiosity and resilience, resolving issues quickly or elevating them with clarity when needed.
Future-Focused Innovator – Excited to continuously learn, grow, and apply emerging technologies and practices.
Strategic Planner – Brings knowledge of portfolio planning, project management, or systems development methodologies, with the ability to apply them effectively in a dynamic environment.
Technologically Fluent – Comfortable understanding how technology solutions work and how they integrate with other internal and external systems.
#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**
Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you’re in a commutable distance (90 minutes), you’ll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.
Preferred Skills:
Accountability, Active Listening, Adaptability, Application Infrastructure, Business, Coaching, Collaboration, Communication, Decision Making, Effective Delegation, Planning Ability, Prioritization, Problem Solving, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Software Solutions, Solutions Development, Strategic Execution, Talent AssessmentsThe estimated base pay range for this job is:
Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.
Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job – it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:
Paid time off:
- We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what’s important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.
- Leave programs: Securian’s flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.
- Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.
Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian’s 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.
Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members – including spouses, domestic partners and children – are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.
Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.
Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:
- Environmental Health & Sustainability
- Mental Wellness and Disability
- Pride at Securian Financial
- Securian Young Professionals Network
- Securian Multicultural Network
- Securian Women and Allies Network
- Servicemember Associate Resource Group
This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.
Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at Employment@Securian.com, by telephone 651-655-5522 (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).
Securian Financial is a drug-free workplace.
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Who's Hiring
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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 Lockheed Martin, ALEUT FEDERAL, and Texas Instruments, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Enterprise software and cybersecurity vendors consistently account for the highest volume of openings.
How many sales engineering manager jobs are remote?
About 70% of sales engineering manager openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 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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