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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$156K - $292K *

Oversee the full life cycle development of electric propulsion products, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Drive document creation and adhere to system architecture, ensuring successful inte...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to develop scalable software solutions that drive customer satisfaction and business growth while fostering a culture of excellence and cont...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Unlock potential by serving as a senior technical specialist for PV and Battery Energy Storage solutions, collaborating with customers and teams across North America to enhance system designs and driv...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $160K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable data platforms that empower engineers and researchers to efficiently run complex workloads, ensuring reliability and enhancing operational effectiveness across m...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Reimagine project management by leading complex geospatial initiatives. Engage cross-functional teams to deliver results for clients in commercial, energy, and infrastructure sectors. Drive projects f...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading SCADA systems integration for energy projects. Oversee technical architecture, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure robust data connectivity across diverse rene...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$274K - $500K+*

Lead and grow the Technology Solutions Sales organization by driving innovative solutions in virtual platforms, enhancing customer engagement, and promoting the technical application of software-defin...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$186K - $255K *

Help us shape innovative structural solutions for warehouse automation. Lead a high-performing engineering team while driving cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment focused on scal...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$90K - $130K *

Grow with us as you transform data into strategic insights, enabling data-driven decisions. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance data infrastructure and analytics, driving innovation and improvin...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $185K *

Lead the charge in developing advanced AI systems and automation platforms. Own multi-agent architectures and backend services that optimize workflows across teams, driving operational efficiency and...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $180K *

Transform the landscape of Generative AI by architecting and deploying cutting-edge solutions on AWS. Engage with clients to drive innovation and deliver impactful AI projects that enhance business pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Accelerate cloud transformation by architecting cost-efficient AWS solutions, driving innovative cloud-native data analytics, and ensuring seamless deployments through financial optimization and custo...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $120K *

Optimize project operations by leading efforts in engineering, procurement, and budgeting to ensure compliance and client satisfaction while facilitating communication and managing risks throughout th...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Empower project success by leading end-to-end operations, aligning engineering and procurement to ensure compliance and effective client communication throughout the project lifecycle...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $120K *

Manage the implementation and operation of IT systems supporting DOJ's complex litigation needs. Optimize performance and ensure security while leading a team in a fully remote environment dedicated t...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $130K *

Innovate and lead the software development lifecycle, designing scalable solutions and enhancing user experiences while collaboratiing across teams to tackle complex challenges with advanced technolog...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Drive innovation as a strategic Sr. Cloud Architect, transforming legacy systems into scalable, cost-optimized cloud-native architectures while ensuring efficient deployments and dynamic data producti...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $179K *

Partner with us to lead engineering teams, manage delivery and quality, and drive technical excellence across complex healthcare systems while ensuring compliance and scalability in a high-stakes envi...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $156K *

Innovate solutions as a Software Engineer, contributing to a cutting-edge SaaS platform that processes billions of messages daily. Work with a modern tech stack to improve global health outcomes for d...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $130K *

Deliver technical expertise in sales activities by managing relationships, assessing needs, and designing systems to integrate solutions, fostering success in Media and Entertainment environments with...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $130K *

Lead the charge in overseeing complex federal programs with a focus on healthcare, technology, and mission support initiatives. Collaborate with diverse teams to achieve strategic goals, ensuring comp...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $153K *

Transform transmission line engineering by designing systems up to 500kV. Engage with clients and vendors, lead projects, and mentor colleagues while ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules for di...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$147K - $273K *

Champion enterprise software release excellence by architecting and leading scalable CI/CD practices. Collaborate across teams to enhance automation, security, and operational readiness in cloud-nativ...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $172K *

Drive innovation by designing and implementing key integrations within ServiceNow and enterprise systems, enhancing operational efficiency and data flow across departments through effective collaborat...

US-AnywhereRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Champion data center project delivery from feasibility through close-out, driving cross-functional teams and ensuring timely scheduling. Own project governance and manage vendor relationships while de...

US-AnywhereRemote

4 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.