Solutions Engineer
Research, design, and develop computer and network software or specialized utility programs. Analyze user needs and develop software solutions, applying principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis. Update software or enhance existing software capabilities. May work with computer hardware engineers to integrate hardware and software systems, and develop specifications and performance requirements. May maintain databases within an application area, working individually or coordinating database development as part of a team.
At a Glance
Solutions Engineer earns an average of $110,000/yr. Typical education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: 5.4–6 years. Top skills: Customer Service, Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), Java (Programming Language).
$110,000/yr
Bachelor's degree
5.4–6 years
7
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Software Developers
Median Wage
$133,080/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+15.8%
Education
Bachelor's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (23)
Java (Programming Language)
Scripting
Test Planning
Business Requirements
Operating Systems
Computer Science
Technology Solutions
Application Development
Joint Application Design (JAD)
Unit Testing
Technical Design
Functional Specification
Requirements Elicitation
Marketing
Technological Change
Project Management
Technical Requirements
System Testing
Product Demonstration
Change Requests
Perl (Programming Language)
System Administration
Common Skills (7)
Customer Service
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Problem Solving
Presentations
Planning
Sales
Communication
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