Explore Systems Engineer Jobs

Systems engineers bring people, processes, software, and technology together to create reliable, high-performing systems. Browse vetted Systems Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at established companies and growing organizations, with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Systems Engineer Do?

Systems engineers help define requirements, design architectures, integrate components, and ensure complex systems meet performance, security, and reliability goals. Depending on the employer and industry, the work may focus on IT infrastructure, cloud platforms, networks, enterprise applications, embedded technology, or large-scale technical programs. Common responsibilities include troubleshooting, documenting system designs, evaluating risks, and coordinating with engineering, operations, and product teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek experience with systems architecture, integration, infrastructure, and technical problem-solving. Relevant skills may include cloud services, operating systems, networking, automation, scripting, cybersecurity principles, and monitoring tools. Strong communication and project coordination skills are also valuable, since systems engineers frequently translate requirements across technical and business teams. Requirements vary by role; some positions may call for a bachelor's degree or industry certifications.

Systems Engineer Career Paths

Systems engineers work across industries such as technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, and telecommunications. With experience, professionals may advance into senior systems engineering, systems architecture, infrastructure leadership, reliability engineering, or technical program management. Specializing in areas such as cloud, security, or mission-critical systems can help candidates pursue roles aligned with their expertise.

Find Systems Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Systems Engineer jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare roles by responsibilities, required skills, location, and compensation, then focus your search on positions that match your experience and career goals.

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$160K - $210K *

Pioneer your career by leveraging your full-stack development expertise to design and implement innovative software solutions. Collaborate with teams to support critical federal missions through IT mo...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$151K - $251K *

Drive the planning and execution of Flight Software development programs, ensuring seamless coordination between engineering and program management for timely delivery of spacecraft software systems...

Palo Alto, CARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$142K - $196K *

Unlock potential by enhancing system reliability and observability for resilient production environments. Collaborate across teams to develop automation and tooling that improves incident response, op...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$132K - $238K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and integration of cutting-edge electrical systems for data centers. Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to ensure high-performance solutions in power distributi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $134K *

Advance data hall designs and infrastructure projects, optimizing efficiency and scalability while collaborating with teams to ensure compliance and support project delivery...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $134K *

Manage moderate-complexity data hall designs and infrastructure projects, driving operational improvements and design optimizations while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure efficient...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $134K *

Design and optimize medium-complexity data hall infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and support project delivery...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $134K *

Engage in the design and optimization of data hall infrastructure, managing moderate-complexity projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and scalabili...

Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K - $202K *

Innovate advanced GIS and remote sensing software for defense and intelligence, collaborating with a skilled team to enhance analytical workflows and imagery processing capabilities, while mentoring j...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Analyze customer requirements and deliver tailored technical solutions. Leverage expertise in identity verification and public sector needs to drive opportunities and engage stakeholders throughout th...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by leading technical direction in autonomy systems. Drive ownership of advanced perception, prediction, and planning components with cross-stack influence, facilitating innovation and...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$165K - $205K *

Champion technical sales for our EO satellite portfolio, focusing on international defense and intelligence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions, drive customer engag...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing seamless integration solutions using Boomi and Intapp. Collaborate with project teams to design, optimize, and deliver effective results, while ensuring data security and...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $215K *

Elevate your career by implementing and optimizing Elastic Stack environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliability and performance while driving automation and integr...

Fort Belvoir, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Engineer innovative power system solutions by conducting EMT studies and developing models. Collaborate with leadership to enhance team expertise and deliver quality advisory support to clients in the...

Austin, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Structural Engineer, leading innovative design for hyperscale data centers. Leverage your expertise in concrete and steel structures to deliver impactful projects while...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$180K - $200K *

Shape the future of technology as a senior technical leader, driving complex initiatives and mentoring engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure cloud-native solut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$88K - $154K *

Elevate your career by installing and programming advanced electronic security systems. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ensure the integrity of communication and power systems while adhering to ind...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$88K - $154K *

Optimize and integrate the manufacturing process for hazardous materials, taking ownership from design through commissioning. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safety and efficiency i...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Develop and maintain robust infrastructure for a growing platform team, emphasizing reliability and scalability. Enjoy high autonomy while collaborating across functions to enhance developer experienc...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate user experience by designing and implementing high-performance UIs. Engage in collaborative architecture decisions while developing scalable, visually stunning applications that empower users...

Menlo Park, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Manage and optimize cloud infrastructure solutions on Azure, focusing on Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance production services, ensuring high availabil...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$56K - $114K *

Drive the success of secure computing platforms by managing installations, upgrades, and problem resolutions. Collaborate with teams to enhance IT infrastructure, ensuring reliability, performance, an...

Lansing, MIRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's designing the next-gen routing platform for enterprise contact centers. You'll develop scalable backend services for real-time interaction distribution, collaborating across teams t...

Phoenix, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Systems Engineer do?question toggle

    A Systems Engineer designs, integrates, and maintains complex systems so that their components work together to meet functional, performance, security, and reliability requirements.

  • What skills are commonly required for Systems Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include systems architecture, integration, troubleshooting, networking, operating systems, cloud platforms, automation, and clear technical communication. Specific requirements depend on the role and industry.

  • What industries hire Systems Engineers?question toggle

    Systems Engineers work in technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, telecommunications, and other industries that rely on complex technical systems.

  • How can I find Systems Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Systems Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more and compare roles based on skills, responsibilities, location, and compensation.