Discover Senior Principal Systems Engineer Jobs

Welcome to our category for Senior Principal Systems Engineer roles. You'll find a range of opportunities spanning from systems development to technical leadership.

Senior Principal Systems Engineer Roles

As a Senior Principal Systems Engineer, you'll oversee system architecture, guide technical teams, and address the most complex engineering challenges.

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$160K - $195K *

Transform cybersecurity practices through leading installations, configurations, and integrations of advanced COTS products, delivering training and expert support while driving technical advice and m...

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Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$185K - $278K *

Advance validation technology by architecting robust CI/CD infrastructure, integrating embedded hardware, and driving automated workflows to ensure reliable performance and high coverage in complex sy...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $192K *

Join a team that's defining the future of proposal management, leading high-stakes submissions with expertise and collaboration. Drive innovation, mentor teams, and ensure compliance to secure strateg...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$156K - $212K *

Engineer innovative rocket motor concepts by refining designs to meet performance requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize grain geometries, analyze data, and ensure manufactu...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$132K - $182K *

Explore a pivotal role in AI infrastructure where you'll architect, enhance, and scale systems, lead incident response, and foster cross-functional collaboration to optimize platform capabilities...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance the software layer for drone and swapper systems, ensuring seamless interaction between hardware and software. Own features end-to-end and shorten feedback loops, collaborating with teams to e...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$114K - $148K *

Lead the charge in enhancing cloud operations by developing scalable, automated solutions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate globally to optimize processes, improve reliability, and ensure operation...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$128K - $213K *

Champion a team of application engineers, providing technical leadership in defense programs related to marine platforms and power systems. Ensure solutions align with customer needs and compliance st...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$152K - $241K *

Join a team that's solving groundbreaking challenges in AI by leading performance and scalability initiatives for Kubernetes-based systems. You'll drive innovation across large-scale infrastructure wh...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of secure cloud-based data protection solutions. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure reliable enterprise backup and disaster recovery for...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$220K - $240K *

Drive the design and automation of testing frameworks to ensure quality of advanced AI/ML systems. Collaborate cross-functionally to validate scalable SaaS and enhance performance using modern tools a...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $190K *

Lead the design and operation of intelligent AI agent systems on our GenAI platform. Collaborate across teams to enhance workflows, ensure reliability, and push boundaries in software engineering, all...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$166K - $195K *

Manage the end-to-end hardware platform roadmap for telematics, focusing on market strategy, product launch, and customer success while collaborating across teams to drive revenue growth and deliver i...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$224K - $356K *

Optimize AI application performance by profiling workloads and driving enhancements in GPU compute, ensuring readiness across single and multi-GPU configurations for cutting-edge AI systems...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $166K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance the FAA's Fire Life Safety Program. Leverage your engineering expertise for compliance, risk assessments, training, and policy development while enjoying a flexible remo...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$86K - $138K *

Shape the future of aviation by applying advanced structural engineering to ensure the integrity and airworthiness of Army aircraft. Collaborate with teams to analyze designs, conduct testing, and dev...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$184K - $356K *

Manage broad engineering projects to enhance toolchain adoption and performance across complex software systems. Collaborate cross-functionally, resolve integration issues, and document reusable metho...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $193K *

Champion Agile execution as a Senior Lead Release Train Engineer, guiding ARTs through strategic planning, coaching cross-functional teams, and enhancing delivery processes to ensure coordinated and e...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of automotive and industrial applications by driving design wins and fostering key customer relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance technical solutions, ensuring maxim...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $95K *

Shape the future of building automation and electrical monitoring systems by providing technical support in design, integration, and collaboration with diverse engineering teams in a remote work setti...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Design and implement advanced electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers, ensuring reliability, safety, and efficiency across large-scale infrastructures while collaborating with diverse teams an...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and implementation of electrical systems in hyper-scale data centers. You’ll ensure reliability and safety while collaborating with engineers to optimize power distribution and compli...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Pioneer the design and implementation of advanced electrical systems for hyper-scale data centers. Lead critical projects focusing on efficiency, reliability, and safety while mentoring engineers and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $153K *

Drive innovation by delivering Elastic solutions, guiding architecture design, and optimizing capacity in critical environments, while mentoring teams and fostering strong customer relationships for m...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at a leading firm by designing and analyzing Civil systems. Your expertise will ensure compliance, safety, and operational performance in mission-critical environments, working col...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Principal Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Senior Principal Systems Engineer handles system architecture, leads technical teams, and solves advanced engineering problems. They're often responsible for guiding overall system design and integration.

  • What skills do I need to have for these roles?question toggle

    Skills commonly required include system design, team leadership, analytical thinking and knowledge in systems integration.

  • What industries hire Senior Principal Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Industries like Technology, Aerospace, Defense, Telecommunications, and more require the expertise of Senior Principal Systems Engineers.