Solutions Engineering Leader

F5; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 207,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 is seeking a Solutions Engineering Manager to lead the SE team within the F5 Tech vertical, focusing on technical sales and ensuring the SE organization aligns with company goals.

You will define objectives, supervise performance, and guide staffing to scale the SE function while collaborating with HR, product groups, and partners. Strong networking knowledge and leadership are essential for success.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree required or relevant work experience.
• Experience managing technical SEs in a management role.
• Understanding of networking technologies and applications delivery.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to articulate complex technologies.
• Self-motivated and able to persuade direct reports and others outside the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with all levels within an organization.

Responsibilities

• Uphold F5’s Business Code of Ethics and report violations.
• Manage SE team: evaluations, PTO, assignments, training, coaching, and interviews.
• Define core FY objectives, strategy and priorities for Engineers in the SE Team.
• Plan headcounts quarterly and yearly to ensure scalability.
• Collaborate with HR on candidate recruitment.
• Foster organizational effectiveness and teamwork across the department.
• Develop SE partner plans with PS, support, Marketing, PM, etc.
• Scale the SE organization to meet/exceed objectives.
• Drive product requirements and communicate market trends to PM/PD.
• Ensure customer-focused delivery and successful outcomes.

Skills

Networking technologies

Presentation skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership/Management experience

Communication across levels

Education

BS or BA degree or relevant work experience

Job description

F5 is seeking a Solutions Engineering Manager to lead the SE team within the F5 Tech vertical, focusing on technical sales and ensuring the SE organization aligns with company goals.

You will define objectives, supervise performance, and guide staffing to scale the SE function while collaborating with HR, product groups, and partners. Strong networking knowledge and leadership are essential for success.