Explore System Engineer Jobs

System engineers design, integrate, and maintain the technology systems that organizations rely on. From enterprise infrastructure and cloud platforms to embedded and mission-critical systems, these professionals connect hardware, software, networks, and processes to solve complex technical challenges. Explore vetted system engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What System Engineers Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and specialty, but often include gathering requirements, designing system architectures, evaluating technical trade-offs, integrating components, and testing systems for performance, security, and reliability. System engineers may also troubleshoot production issues, document technical decisions, coordinate with engineering teams, and guide systems through their full lifecycle.

Common System Engineer Specialties

Job titles can cover a wide range of work, including systems architecture, cloud and infrastructure engineering, network systems, platform engineering, embedded systems, and systems integration. Some roles focus on enterprise IT environments, while others support aerospace, defense, telecommunications, healthcare, or manufacturing systems.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often look for strong analytical and problem-solving skills, experience with system design and integration, and the ability to communicate across technical teams. Depending on the role, relevant expertise may include operating systems, networking, cloud platforms, scripting, automation, cybersecurity, reliability engineering, and technical documentation. Requirements may include a degree in engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with specialized certifications or industry experience.

System Engineer Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as experience, location, industry, technical specialization, and the scope of responsibility. Senior system engineers and specialists working on complex or high-impact environments may qualify for higher-paying opportunities. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates discover roles aligned with their expertise and career goals.

Find Your Next System Engineer Role

Browse system engineer jobs to compare responsibilities, technologies, and employer needs. Use your experience in architecture, integration, infrastructure, or reliability to identify opportunities where you can make a meaningful impact and continue advancing your career.

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$100K - $120K *

Engage in systems engineering with a focus on Model Based Systems Engineering. Drive the development and management of critical requirements in aerospace or defense, while coordinating projects and ri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Champion systems engineering excellence by developing and managing requirements for innovative rocket propulsion systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive project success and risk mi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$124K - $186K *

Explore innovative modeling and analysis techniques to tackle complex national challenges. Collaborate with government leaders to develop actionable insights and deployable tools, enhancing decision-m...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform client engagements by delivering expert project support and ensuring compliance. Leverage your technical skills to drive results, manage project timelines, and provide exceptional customer s...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$205K - $381K *

Drive advanced software architectures for defense programs, leading multidisciplinary teams to translate mission needs into implementable designs while ensuring rigorous development processes and meas...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Optimize complex software systems by providing senior technical leadership in engineering, development, and integration. Collaborate on architecture and automation solutions using low-code/no-code pla...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$81K - $122K *

Unlock potential by joining our R&D team to enhance wearable medical devices. Collaborate on design, development, and quality processes while supporting product innovation and lifecycle engineering fo...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $294K *

Lead the charge in digitizing the C-130J and migrating to Saber 2.0. Collaborate across functions to define data and resource requirements, ensuring integration of cost, schedule, and technical goals...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $150K *

Transform your career with expertise in aircraft electrical design, ensuring compliance with FAA and quality standards while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver cutting-edge electrica...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $100K *

Optimize customer process control by driving sales and delivering innovative solutions. Collaborate with Account Managers to enhance service quality and achieve sales targets while ensuring customer s...

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$115K - $145K *

Build innovative software solutions in a dynamic team. Collaborate on complex systems, utilizing modern technologies and AI-driven tools to meet client needs while enhancing your skills in a fast-pace...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$82K - $135K *

Join us to enhance system reliability and scalability through innovative SRE practices. Collaborate with engineering teams to automate operations and ensure high-availability services, driving operati...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Transform system reliability by designing and operating scalable services. Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance automation, observability, and operational excellence, ensuring high availabili...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Elevate system reliability as a Site Reliability Engineer, enhancing scalable services through DevOps and SRE practices. Collaborate with teams to automate operations, improve performance, and ensure...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operate resilient systems, enhancing reliability and automation across our platform. Collaborate with engineering teams to drive operational excellence and supp...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Transform system reliability by designing and operating scalable services, leveraging DevOps and SRE principles to enhance automation, observability, and operational excellence across platforms...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operate resilient systems, enhancing reliability and scalability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to automate operations and drive excellence in high-av...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team to design and operate resilient, scalable systems, enhancing reliability and automation across platforms. Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure high availability and perform...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join us to support NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center by applying engineering technology and systems engineering concepts. This hands-on role involves data collection, troubleshooting, and collab...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $175K *

Unlock potential by contributing to innovative software solutions that enhance user experiences. Collaborate with senior engineers to develop applications using React and JavaScript, ensuring seamless...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the development of integrated supply chain and manufacturing workflows, building systems that enhance visibility, streamline operations, and facilitate collaboration across departments, while...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to civil engineering excellence while designing renovations for critical facilities. Lead projects from concept through design, ensuring compliance with codes and enhancin...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$129K - $239K *

Lead multidisciplinary systems engineering efforts by enforcing best practices, guiding team development, and managing requirements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and del...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$69K - $125K *

Transform cutting-edge radar technology through software development, enhancing both user interfaces and backend systems. Collaborate in a dynamic team to ensure performance, scalability, and integrat...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$177K - $265K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing complex mission operations, developing CONOPS, and driving tools and processes for successful outcomes. Mentor teams and collaborate with stakeholders to ensu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a system engineer do?question toggle

    A system engineer designs, integrates, tests, and maintains complex systems made up of technology, processes, and people. The work may involve infrastructure, software, hardware, networks, or specialized industry systems.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for system engineer jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek a degree or equivalent experience in engineering, computer science, or a related field, along with skills in system design, integration, troubleshooting, and technical communication. Some positions require expertise in particular platforms, tools, or regulated industries.

  • What skills are important for system engineers?question toggle

    Important skills often include systems thinking, analytical problem-solving, architecture and integration, networking or cloud knowledge, documentation, and collaboration. Depending on the position, scripting, automation, cybersecurity, or reliability engineering may also be valuable.

  • How much do system engineers earn?question toggle

    System engineer compensation varies by experience, location, industry, specialization, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find system engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore system engineer listings on Ladders to find vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more across areas such as infrastructure, cloud, systems architecture, and integration.