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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$134K - $205K *

Lead and oversee large multi-discipline nuclear projects, ensuring alignment across teams to achieve project objectives while maintaining budget and safety standards. Inspire collaboration and client...

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Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $143K *

Advance your career as a Senior Network Engineer, focusing on the design, implementation, and support of robust network infrastructures to ensure optimal performance, security, and innovation across t...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's focused on enhancing software quality through both automated and manual testing, ensuring effective CI/CD practices and compliance with accessibility standards throughout the SDLC f...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $105K *

Lead the charge in driving successful customer software implementations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget while enhancing customer satisfaction and...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $186K *

Innovate with cutting-edge quantum technology by developing tailored applications, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance solutions, and driving successful project delivery that directly impacts c...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$79K - $142K *

Grow your career with a leading engineering team focused on innovative solutions. Leverage your electrical engineering expertise and lead cross-functional projects to optimize design processes and del...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$84K - $129K *

Drive innovation by leading engineering design projects that enhance instrumentation and control systems in energy facilities, ensuring efficiency, safety, and client satisfaction through collaboratio...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$337K - $425K *

Drive success by leading a high-impact Solutions Engineering team, shaping the go-to-market strategy, and ensuring collaboration across departments to enhance customer adoption and engagement. Embrace...

US-AnywhereRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$178K - $241K *

Lead the charge in advancing technologies for autonomy and unmanned systems. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to create innovative solutions, define technical roadmaps, and ensure seamless...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$160K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing in-vehicle network performance through analysis and collaboration, ensuring reliable delivery of automotive features across diverse networks and architecture...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a pioneering data platform initiative, utilizing your data engineering expertise to enhance the platform's capabilities and collaborate with diverse teams for secure and efficient data solutions...

US-AnywhereRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the development and delivery of innovative AI training for VHA, empowering healthcare professionals with essential skills. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create engaging, evidence-ba...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Partner with us to enhance the partner transacting experience by leading process design, automation, and continuous improvement initiatives that drive efficiency, accountability, and satisfaction acro...

US-AnywhereRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$154K - $223K *

Elevate your career as a Senior Engineering Manager, leading a remote, high-performing team in renewable energy. Drive complex energy projects with strategic vision, mentoring engineers and fostering...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Lead engineering initiatives integrating AI into workflow solutions for fabrication environments, ensuring product delivery while enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. Collaborate...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$177K - $212K *

Shape the future of autonomous trucking by enhancing safety standards and frameworks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to lead evaluations, risk assessments, and safety improvements for cutting...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

Transform the future of energy with your expertise in maintenance, testing, and commissioning of advanced substations and control systems, ensuring safe and efficient operations in dynamic field envir...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$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 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$116K - $148K *

Engage deeply with enterprise clients as their strategic technical advisor, driving the successful implementation and optimization of innovative hiring solutions. Leverage your expertise to analyze pe...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $138K *

Shape the future of developer experience by building and maintaining self-service portals and tooling, enhancing workflows, and collaborating with UX specialists to create impactful solutions that sim...

US-AnywhereRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Elevate our backend systems by designing, building, and operating scalable solutions with Go in a dynamic startup. Your influence will shape architecture and drive technical excellence within a collab...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to design, implement, and test Electronic Security Systems (ESS) for U.S. government missions. Engage in diverse tasks from site surveys to installations while ensuring compliance...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$133K - $224K *

Empower cybersecurity solutions by architecting robust security tools and integrations, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance organizational security posture and drive innovative, code...

US-AnywhereRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Pioneer high-quality engineering practices by leading a team focused on platform enablement. You'll oversee microservices, manage team dynamics, and drive collaboration to solve complex challenges, en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$263K - $395K *

Lead and influence AI-native technology initiatives, ensuring cohesive architectural standards across R&D. Deliver innovative solutions while mentoring engineering teams and shaping domain-wide practi...

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2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.