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Qualcomm

Senior/Staff System Architect

Novi, MI · On-site

Engineering Group, Engineering Group > Systems Engineering General Summary: Our Automated Driving Teams are looking for a Staff System Architect! The Automated Driving Teams at Qualcomm are ...

Prolim Global

Dynamics 365 Systems Architect

Lansing, MI · On-site

$246K/yr

As the System architect, they will both perform and lead the team with project tasks, including but ... Azure DevOps 5+ years * Database Architecture Experience- 3+ years * Infrastructure/Network and ...

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What is a systems architect engineer?

A systems architect engineer designs and oversees complex IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring they meet technical and business requirements. They analyze system needs, develop architecture frameworks, and often work with tools like modeling software, requiring strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Who gets paid more, architect or engineer?

System Architect Engineers typically earn higher salaries than general engineers due to their specialized skills in designing complex systems and overseeing technical architecture. Their compensation often reflects experience, certifications, and the complexity of projects they manage, with architects generally earning more in senior or leadership roles.

What is the difference between System Architect Engineer vs Network Architect?

AspectSystem Architect EngineerNetwork Architect
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications like TOGAF, CISSP (optional)Bachelor's in Computer Science or related, Cisco certifications (CCNA, CCNP)
Work EnvironmentDesigning and integrating complex systems, often in IT or engineering firmsDesigning and planning enterprise network infrastructure
Industry UsageIT, aerospace, defense, manufacturingTelecommunications, IT, large enterprise networks
Common Search/ComparisonYesYes

The main difference is that a System Architect Engineer focuses on designing and integrating complex systems across various industries, while a Network Architect specializes in planning and designing network infrastructure. Both roles require technical expertise and certifications, but their focus areas differ significantly.

What is the salary of a systems architect?

The salary of a systems architect typically ranges from $100,000 to $150,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and industry. Senior roles or those with specialized skills in cloud computing or enterprise architecture may earn higher compensation.

Are system architects in demand?

System architects are in high demand due to the increasing complexity of IT infrastructure and the need for strategic technology planning. Organizations seek professionals with expertise in system design, cloud computing, and enterprise architecture to ensure scalable and secure systems.
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Senior System Architect Engineer - KitchenAid

Senior System Architect Engineer - KitchenAid

Whirlpool Corporation

Saint Joseph, MI • On-site

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Posted 8 days ago

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7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 164 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

80th of 142 rated electronics manufacturers

Job description

Requisition ID: 71941
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As theonly major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior System Architect Engineer (Senior Analyst, Engineering). This is an onsite role at our St. Joseph Technology Center in MI.
This role will be responsible for system architecture design for strategic innovation and business growth in the KitchenAid's Breakfast category.
This role owns the architecture design - the conceptual system architecture model, requirements, and traceability to key decisions and trade-offs between requirements and architecture design - design to production, as well as innovation and advanced development activities to support the Global Product Plan.
The role will include high levels of cross functional teaming with non- technical team members including, marketing, consumer design and legal teams. As such a candidate must have exceptional team building and communication capabilities.
Your responsibilities will include
  • Drive Category Planning: Identify business and innovation opportunities, translating knowledge gaps into Advanced Development projects to de-risk product delivery
  • Provide Technical Leadership: Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME), capturing architecture knowledge and fostering a systems-thinking mindset across the engineering team.
  • Define Architecture Strategy: Create clear attribute trade-off spaces, product variant rules, and requirement guardrails for the KitchenAid Breakfast category product architectures.
  • Translate Stakeholder Needs: Convert Voice of Consumer (VOC) inputs into clear, measurable Voice of Engineer (VOE) system-level requirements.
  • Lead Target Setting: Own competitive set testing and technical target setting, while supporting Marketing and Legal on claims validation and messaging.
  • Develop V&V Plans: Establish and support robust Verification and Validation (V&V) plans to ensure all system requirements are fully met.
  • Lead Advanced Development Projects: Lead technical decision-making, design reviews, and trade-offs (cost, quality, time) to ensure projects launch within guardrails.
  • Execute Predictive Validation: Drive full system validation utilizing predictive modeling and "test-to-learn" methodologies from concept through product validation stages.

Minimum requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • 4+ years of industry experience in product development

Preferred skills and experiences
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Systems or Chemical)
  • Systems Engineering Expertise: Strong experience in Systems Engineering, Requirements Management, and establishing robust Design Verification Plans (DVP) or V&V frameworks
  • Cross-Functional Influence: Proven ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional, non-technical stakeholders (e.g., Marketing, Legal, Consumer Insights)
  • VOC to VOE Translation: Experience translating the Voice of the Consumer (VOC) into actionable Voice of the Engineer (VOE) technical specifications
  • Advanced Development / Front-End Innovation: Experience managing front-end or advanced development projects specifically aimed at de-risking technology before mass production

What we offer
Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool's Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what's important at work and at home, including:
  • Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
  • Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
  • Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.
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