Solutions Engineer Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Solutions Engineer:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
  • Project development and leadership skill are preferred
  • Experience developing IT and cloud infrastructure
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering preferred
  • Extensive knowledge and experience working with various operating systems
  • Professional work experience in analyzing computer hardware and software
  • Ability to work with various departments to facilitate the orderly execution of a proposed project plan
  • Up to date understanding of best practices regarding system security measures
  • Experience with software engineering, customer experience and design architecture
  • Advanced understanding of business analysis techniques and processes

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Solutions Engineer skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Solutions Engineer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.