Solutions Engineering Manager – Tech Vertical

F5; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 207,000 - 310,000; Full time

Job summary

F5 is seeking a Senior Solutions Engineering Manager to lead the SE team within the F5 Tech vertical, with a strong focus on technical sales and customer outcomes. You will set objectives, define FY priorities, and ensure the SE organization scales to meet company goals.

You will partner with HR on headcount planning, recruit talent, and drive development, performance management, and cross‑functional alignment with engineering, sales, and services.

Qualifications

• Experience managing technical SEs in a management role.
• Thorough understanding of networking technologies and applications delivery.
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate with all levels in an organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Solutions Engineering team within the F5 Tech vertical.
• Set objectives and work plans; delegate assignments.
• Ensure SE organization is fit for purpose to meet company goals.
• Define FY objectives, strategy and priorities for Engineers.
• Plan headcount quarterly and yearly with HR.
• Recruitment collaboration with HR.
• Foster communication and teamwork across the department and organization.
• Develop SE organization for technical and professional development.
• Develop and maintain an effective SE partner plan.

Skills

People management

Networking

Presentation skills

Communication

Leadership

Persuasion

Education

BS/BA degree

Job description

F5 is seeking a Senior Solutions Engineering Manager to lead the SE team within the F5 Tech vertical, with a strong focus on technical sales and customer outcomes. You will set objectives, define FY priorities, and ensure the SE organization scales to meet company goals.

You will partner with HR on headcount planning, recruit talent, and drive development, performance management, and cross‑functional alignment with engineering, sales, and services.