Manager, Solutions Architect - UK&I

Manage Solutions Architects in UK/I, guiding technical strategy and coaching teams in complex sales.

• •As the Manager, Solutions Architecture
• •UK/I (Pre-Sales) at GitLab, you'll manage a distributed team of Solutions Architects working with customers across the UK and Ireland.
• •In this player-coach role, you'll guide technical strategy across complex sales motions while also stepping directly into high-impact opportunities.
• •Key Responsibilities Manage a team of Solutions Architects across the UK and Ireland, setting clear direction and enabling high-quality execution.
• •Act as a player-coach by partnering directly on strategic opportunities and coaching your team through complex sales cycles.
• •Guide regional strategy for technical evaluations, workshops, demonstrations, and proof-of-concept engagements.
• •Work cross-functionally with global Solutions Architecture, Sales, Channel, Marketing, Sales Enablement, and Product Management.
• •Hire, develop, and retain high-performing Solutions Architects while strengthening team capability.
• •Requirements Experience managing technical teams in software or technology sales, pre-sales, consulting, or a related environment, with direct exposure to the UK and Ireland.
• •Strong background in solution architecture or comparable practical experience.