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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$180K - $225K *

Shape the future of engineering by leading technical excellence across teams. Collaborate closely to enhance architecture, drive system design, and elevate engineering practices while actively contrib...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $117K *

Lead the charge in transforming cloud infrastructure to enhance our digital health platforms. Collaborate with teams to design, implement, and optimize secure, scalable solutions while ensuring effici...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform project execution by leading program coordination and driving success across intricate federal operations, while engaging key stakeholders to enhance technology solutions for Veterans...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$184K - $356K *

Advance security engineering across embedded systems, focusing on RTOS and virtualization. Collaborate on architecture, implement defensive features, and ensure compliance with security standards thro...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$108K - $145K *

Shape the future of project delivery by building comprehensive schedules, defining responsibilities, and enhancing client outcomes through effective negotiation and proactive communication with all pr...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 days ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Empower your career by managing complex projects, ensuring timely delivery through effective scheduling, risk assessment, and collaboration with key partners. Be the catalyst for successful project ou...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Shape the future of project management as you build schedules, ensuring clarity in deliverables and timelines while fostering strong partnerships for exceptional client outcomes...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing complex project schedules, ensuring clear deliverables, and negotiating timelines for optimal client outcomes. Collaborate with partners to maintain adherence to execution...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform the Technology Integrations Team by leading projects, mentoring engineers, and executing migration strategies across the US, Canada, and UK. Ensure compliance with standards while optimizing...

US-AnywhereRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join our dynamic Go-to-Market team as a Solutions Engineer, driving innovative unmanned system solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality technical support for diverse...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$180K - $195K *

Design and enforce comprehensive security measures for AI systems, ensuring robust protection across architecture, identity management, and data integrity. Collaborate with engineering teams to embed...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $100K *

Reimagine infrastructure solutions by joining our Building Services team. As a valued Staff Engineer 2, you will design innovative electrical systems and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to en...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $155K *

Contribute to an innovative platform by designing robust CLI tools and developer experiences that enhance API governance and automation, driving productivity across diverse engineering teams globally...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $155K *

Innovate the future of API tooling by building powerful CLI applications and SDKs. Collaborate with engineers to enhance developer productivity through extensible platforms, advanced telemetry, and se...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$124K - $156K *

Lead a small scrum team to develop and enhance features in a client-focused application. Blend hands-on coding with management to ensure high-quality technical delivery and foster an AI-first engineer...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $241K *

Transform our compiler infrastructure by aligning internal codebases with open-source projects while enhancing developer workflows, productivity, and maintainability through innovative tooling and AI...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$134K - $205K *

Engage as a lead structural engineer, mentoring a dynamic team while driving projects in nuclear design and analysis. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, interface with clients, and leverage adv...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$134K - $205K *

Shape the future of energy by leading a structural engineering team. Drive innovative design on nuclear projects, mentor engineers, and collaborate across disciplines to deliver high-quality solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $135K *

Shape operational excellence in incident management, driving swift resolutions across networks, while coordinating high-stakes incidents and ensuring SLA compliance globally, enabling seamless connect...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$130K - $160K *

Empower your career by deploying and managing VMware Cloud Foundation solutions. This role demands extensive travel and expertise in robust VMware environments, ensuring secure, compliant infrastructu...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$66K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional service by installing and configuring virtual and physical solutions for clients, ensuring quality processes and customer success throughout your...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$213K - $355K *

Tackle high-impact research in frontier industrial AI, developing innovative models, algorithms, and evaluation frameworks. Lead initiatives that push the boundaries of technology while collaborating...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $165K *

The Director of Product Management for Analytics at BlackSky will lead the development and execution of the analytics product strategy, focusing on delivering advanced intelligence solutions. This rol...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$184K - $356K *

Transform AI infrastructure management by designing and developing innovative software solutions for Kubernetes clusters. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to streamline deployment and enhance auto...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagements by owning the project lifecycle and collaborating across teams to ensure successful delivery and strong client relationships in high-tech environments...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.