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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$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the design and scaling of robust cloud infrastructure, enhancing deployment pipelines and reliability. Own end-to-end processes while fostering DevOps best practices in a collaborative...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining operational excellence in healthcare. Drive strategic product and business enablement initiatives, enhancing non-clinical systems to improve efficiency and patient outcom...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing product strategy for a transformative edge computing platform, overseeing P&L management, strategic partnerships, and cross-functional leadership to drive gro...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform secure client environments by designing, implementing, and managing systems within a CMMC-accredited enclave. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver robust infrastructure solutions whil...

US-AnywhereRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $175K *

Partner with us to design, manage, and enhance the RSA Archer eGRC solutions. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders, effective project management, and driving continuous improvements in r...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Elevate your career by providing essential analytical support in military healthcare facilities. This remote role involves strategic planning and policy development, ensuring effective execution for D...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$152K - $259K *

Drive strategic technology engagement with customers to align IT solutions with business goals. Act as a trusted advisor, fostering relationships, creating roadmaps, and facilitating value creation fo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Contribute to the future of energy by leading cutting-edge front-end development. Collaborate with diverse teams to design scalable web solutions, ensuring exceptional user experiences while maintaini...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Deliver impactful product management for Marine Systems, guiding products from conception to global market execution while focusing on innovation, customer needs, and cross-functional collaboration to...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$198K - $240K *

Innovate security strategies and lead incident response efforts to safeguard enterprise systems and data. Drive the development of a resilient security program aligned with business priorities, while...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform sales enablement through strategic curriculum development, comprehensive training, and effective asset creation, directly impacting pipeline growth and sales success across the organization...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$184K - $356K *

Champion innovative GPU-accelerated data processing solutions while collaborating with technical experts and industry leaders to enhance performance and influence next-gen architectures and standards...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $300K *

Advance your career by spearheading innovative software solutions, driving technical strategies, leading teams, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to achieve impactful results in a dynamic...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock a transformative career as a Managing Director, leading executive search engagements with strategic insight and team collaboration. Drive client success through consultative leadership, fosteri...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $260K *

Partner with us to drive innovation within our IAM platform, influencing the authentication and authorization strategies for millions of users while mentoring a talented team across a scalable tech st...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by driving strategic sales initiatives in commercial and defense markets. Utilize your expertise in power electronics solutions to generate orders, expand accounts, and engage with di...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading complex pre-sales engagements and architecture solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally while mentoring and creating essential resources for the SE team, as you shape the...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion cloud innovation by optimizing Azure operations for cost efficiency, reliability, and performance. Collaborate with teams to automate processes, manage resources, and uphold strict security c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $160K *

Take ownership of B2B integrations as a key technical leader, collaborating across teams to deliver effective solutions that drive customer success and evolve with innovative IoT technology. Expect a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in civil engineering project management, overseeing design, delivery, and client relations from concept to construction, emphasizing compliance and quality across diverse infrastructur...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Transform your career by leading VDC initiatives to optimize project delivery, enhance collaboration, and improve performance. Mentor teams and drive innovative construction technology practices in co...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$167K - $278K *

Elevate your career by shaping AI governance and compliance frameworks that ensure responsible AI deployment while driving measurable business impact in clinical research. Lead a team committed to tra...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$107K - $195K *

Lead the charge in substation physical design projects, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration across teams to power communities with innovative solutions for utility systems from 12 kV to 50...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$152K - $241K *

Unlock innovative solutions as you develop advanced system software for next-gen O-RAN infrastructures. Collaborate across hardware, software, and networking groups to enhance performance and efficien...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$182K - $288K *

Lead the charge in embedding security into the software development lifecycle, scaling secure standards across engineering. Collaborate broadly within teams to promote a 'secure by default' culture wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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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