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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineering Manager - Michigan - **Company:** World Wide Technology - **Location:** Detroit, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $170,000.0 - $215,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, IT Architecture - **Published:** July 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.jobmonkeyjobs.com/career/27811471/Systems-Engineering-Manager-Michigan-Michigan-Detroit-7449 ## About the Role * Must live in or near Detroit, TX * 2 to 5 years of previous leadership/management experience required * Qualified candidates should have 10+ years of experience delivering large scale IT solutions. * 25% - 50% travel may be required. * Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required; MBA preferred * Excellent oral and written communication skills, thought leadership, mentorship, and the ability to translate complex IT architectures into easily understood and consumable solutions are required. Want to learn more about Global Enterprise Sales? Check out the Solutions and Services we provide on the platform: https://wwt.com ## Description World Wide Technology, Inc. has an opportunity available for a Systems Engineering Manager (SEM) to support our Michigan Enterprise sales teams. This position is responsible for leading and developing a team of experienced consultative engineers in designing, developing, enhancing, and delivering the "right fit" IT solutions to WWT's customer base, leveraging consultative skills to create new opportunities and customers all while continuing to recruit, develop, and retain top talent using WWT Core Values and the Solutions Engineering mission and vision as our foundation to grow upon., * Own the technical strategy, goals, and plans for your team's success and contribute to the organization's overall strategy, plans, and technology direction. * Collaborate with Sales, Services, and Consulting Systems Engineers to define strategic technical plans and align/partner with the right key OEMs to solve customer problems. * Identify trade-offs between short- and long-term gains by having a deep understanding of customer needs and technical choices. * Help the team solve conflicting priorities and make timely, effective decisions. * Demonstrate strong management skills and drive results within the team. * Oversee the presales process and help drive effective communication between sales, Professional Services, and National SME Teams. * Recruit, hire, and effectively manage and grow a diverse and talented set of employees. * Provide technical direction, coaching, and mentoring to employees on the team and others, when necessary, to achieve successful short- and long-term outcomes. * Develop strong relationships with strategic OEM partners and customers. * Actively engage, build, and help execute business plans/strategy to grow our business in the local market., We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. 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