Welcome to Chief Systems Engineer Jobs

Your hub for the best Chief Systems Engineer positions that are currently open. Have a direct impact on systems engineering strategies at the executive level.

What Is a Chief Systems Engineer?

A Chief Systems Engineer is responsible for overseeing all system related engineering activities in an organization. They work closely with multiple teams to ensure coordination and integration of systems and hardware, and ensure system efficiency and functionality.

Executive-level Engineering

Climb the career ladder in systems engineering and make a real difference at the executive level. Lead the charge in system design and functionality, and earn $100000 or more.

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$80K - $110K *

Champion complex engineering initiatives and lead multidisciplinary teams to enhance Navy mission readiness through robust technical solutions and thorough documentation review...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$153K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead impactful programs, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering secure software solutions. Leverage your expertise in fast-paced engineering environments to turn stra...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $260K *

Drive the strategic evolution of our Workday HCM platform while leading a dedicated team to enhance functionality, integrations, and support. Your leadership will ensure alignment with business needs...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by designing and implementing advanced data architecture solutions, optimizing data requirements, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics capabilities...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $165K *

Join a team that's at the forefront of advanced technology, managing complex supplier relationships and the complete purchase order lifecycle for DoD and FMS customers in a dynamic, remote environment...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $140K *

Shape the future of urban infrastructure by leading the design and management of complex wet utility systems, ensuring sustainable integration with transportation projects while delivering superior co...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of cloud and AI technologies. Contribute as a key team member in developing and managing cloud infrastructures, ensuring optimum security and service availability...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in managing high-value subcontracts and proposals for defense projects. Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the acquisition process while fostering strong relationships, ensuring...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's fostering a continuous improvement culture across North America. Drive significant operational enhancements by collaborating on Lean initiatives to elevate service quality and effic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Empower the sales cycle by architecting innovative cloud contact center solutions. Utilize your technical expertise and client engagement skills to deliver scalable architectures that enhance customer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role where you'll design AI workflows, enhance delivery, and uplift customer engagement in professional services through innovative prompt engineering and quality assu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $223K *

Innovate in product strategy for risk reduction across SaaS ecosystems, focusing on customer outcomes and cross-functional collaboration to tackle AI governance and third-party challenges effectively...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Lead the charge in designing innovative cloud contact center solutions with expertise in Genesys CCaaS. Engage clients throughout the sales cycle while architecting robust, scalable environments to me...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$144K - $288K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge digital applications leveraging AI, optimizing performance across major cloud platforms while driving excellence in software engineering practices and collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead compliance initiatives to strengthen our security framework and enhance collaboration across teams. You will drive the development, implementation, and maintenance of security policies while ensu...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $120K *

Collaborate to design and develop engaging web applications, utilizing React for front-end and C#/.NET for APIs. Join a dynamic team to enhance user experiences while leveraging cloud technologies lik...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $115K *

Lead the charge in developing an AI-assisted data conversion platform, ensuring seamless schema mapping and data integrity across diverse educational data systems while managing end-to-end delivery an...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Transform our infrastructure by building secure, resilient systems in cloud and edge environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless deployment and operational excellence for...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $104K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data centers by supporting design efforts and project execution. Develop foundational technical skills while collaborating with senior engineers on low-complex...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $163K *

Pioneer a transformative Agile project management role overseeing large-scale software development. Lead coordination and execution across multiple teams and workstreams while ensuring alignment with...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and sustaining complex network environments, ensuring robust connectivity and security for enterprise operations. Mentor teams and manage escalated issues, while developin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $130K *

Tackle business development challenges by forging client relationships and driving sales across Texas. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions that exceed client e...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$86K - $138K *

Serve as a key Contracts Administrator managing diverse contracts, ensuring compliance, guiding project teams, and streamlining processes while fostering strong customer relationships to achieve busin...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$98K - $163K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale agile software development program, overseeing project execution across multiple workstreams and ensuring alignment with project goals, while fostering collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $147K *

Tackle the challenge of designing cutting-edge certification programs to empower partners and dealers. Drive learning initiatives across multiple tracks and enhance knowledge through innovative soluti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Chief Systems Engineer oversees all systems related engineering activities within a company. They are responsible for managing system requirements, architecture, interfaces, and ensuring system efficiency and functionality.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Chief Systems Engineer?question toggle

    You typically need a bachelor's or master's degree in engineering or a similar field, along with extensive experience in systems engineering. Proven managerial or supervisory experience is also crucial.

  • What kind of experience do I need to be a Chief Systems Engineer?question toggle

    Most Chief Systems Engineer positions require at least 10-15 years of experience in systems engineering or related fields, and proven success in managing large-scale projects.

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