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System Architect

Fredericksburg, VA · On-site

$70 - $80/hr

Establish and maintain DevOps/CI-CD pipelines, configuration repositories, and environment ... System Architecture & Integration: API-based integrations, microservices, SOA, and middleware ...

Waypoint Human Capital

System Architect

Dayton, OH

$236.20K/yr

System Architect Position Type: Full-time, On-Site Location: Dayton, OH Clearance: Active TS/SCI ... As a member of the engineering team, you will work alongside engineers and software developers to ...

Marelli Holdings

System Architect

Southfield, MI · On-site

$224.40K/yr

With the support of the Product Engineer, define the assembled Bill Of Material of the different ... Prior experience as a System Architect or Software Architect in automotive products development.

IGNITE

SYSTEM ARCHITECT

Dayton, OH · On-site

$236.20K/yr

Job Title SYSTEM ARCHITECT Location Dayton, OH US (Primary) Category Engineering Job Type Full-Time Career Level Experienced (Non-Manager) Education Bachelor's Degree Security Clearance Required TS ...

onsemi

System Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site

$285.50K/yr

System Architect - Power electronics for High Voltage Systems Location: Candidates based in San ... This includes cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, and systems engineering ...

Ignite Fueling Innovation

SYSTEM ARCHITECT

Dayton, OH

$236.20K/yr

As a member of our engineering team, you will work alongside engineers and software developers to ... system behaviors Ability to analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems ...

Chameleon Consulting Group

System Architect

Arlington, VA

$279.60K/yr

SYSTEM ARCHITECT Company Overview CCG is a technology company focused on equipping customers with ... We do this by finding the most talented engineers and operators in the country, give them some of ...

TexcelVision Inc

System Architect

Austin, TX

$240.90K/yr

... or systems engineering. Strong Working knowledge in planning, recommending, and managing ... architecture frameworks Strong Working knowledge of IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework to ...

TexcelVision Inc

System Architect

Austin, TX · On-site

$240.90K/yr

... or systems engineering. Strong Working knowledge in planning, recommending, and managing ... architecture frameworks Strong Working knowledge of IT Infrastructure Library (ITIL) framework to ...

Plateau Software Inc

System Architect

Fairfax, VA · On-site

$241.20K/yr

Assess solution risks to individual components and the overall system architecture, recommending mitigation strategies and alternative approaches. * Assist developers with integration analysis to ...

Aziro Technologies LLC

System Architect

San Jose, CA

$284.80K/yr

System Architect Location: San Jose, CA Duration: Full-time Department: Architect Come and work in ... Product building experience of collaborating with hardware, software and systems developers

Thales

System Architect

Syracuse, NY · On-site

$240.10K/yr

Systems Architect Syracuse, NY or Arlington, VA (Hybrid) Position Summary The FAA's Brand-New Air ... Proven knowledge and hands-on experience in complex systems engineering, including system ...

onsemi

System Architect

San Jose, CA · On-site +1

$285.50K/yr

System Architect - Power electronics for High Voltage Systems Location: Candidates based in San ... This includes cross-functional collaboration across hardware, software, and systems engineering ...

Cricut

System Architect

South Jordan, UT · On-site

$232K/yr

We're looking for a System Architect to define and guide the end-to-end architecture for a cross ... Champion AI-native engineering practices across the organization-agentic coding tools, AI-assisted ...

Thales

System Architect

Syracuse, NY · Hybrid

$240.10K/yr

Systems Architect Syracuse, NY or Arlington, VA (Hybrid) Position Summary The FAA's Brand-New Air ... Proven knowledge and hands-on experience in complex systems engineering, including system ...

Aziro Technologies LLC

System Architect

San Jose, CA

$284.80K/yr

System Architect * San Jose, CA * Full-time * Department: Architect. Come and work in a worlds ... Product building experience of collaborating with hardware, software and systems developers

Cricut

System Architect

South Jordan, UT

$232K/yr

We're looking for a System Architect to define and guide the end-to-end architecture for a cross ... Champion AI-native engineering practices across the organization-agentic coding tools, AI-assisted ...

Cricut

System Architect

South Jordan, UT

$232K/yr

We're looking for a System Architect to define and guide the end-to-end architecture for a cross ... Champion AI-native engineering practices across the organization--agentic coding tools, AI-assisted ...

Integrated Resources INC

System Architect

Newark, NJ

$254.10K/yr

Education Required- BS degree in technical field (Computer Science, Engineering, Math, Enterprise ... Architecture....). Minimum of 7 years' experience in multiple system environments , including ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for system architect engineer in the United States is $224,334.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $243,000.00 and $243,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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System Architect

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Fredericksburg, VA • On-site

$70 - $80/hr

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Job description

General Responsibilities:

  • Design and maintain the enterprise system architecture, ensuring compatibility and interoperability across applications, platforms, and cloud environments.
  • Develop system blueprints, technical standards, and configuration baselines to guide modernization, automation, and integration efforts.
  • Oversee system design reviews, data flow mapping, and infrastructure optimization to improve reliability, scalability, and performance.
  • Collaborate with GWRC’s business, cybersecurity, and data teams to align systems with organizational goals and compliance requirements.
  • Provide technical leadership in the planning, development, and implementation of IT systems, ensuring adherence to federal and agency standards.
  • Support process automation and reengineering by defining system interfaces, APIs, and integration logic that enable efficient data exchange.
  • Lead technology assessments and feasibility studies to recommend scalable tools, frameworks, and modernization strategies.
  • Embed security-by-design principles into system architecture and coordinate with the cybersecurity team on access control, encryption, and incident prevention.
  • Support data management and analytics integration, ensuring consistent architecture for reporting, dashboards, and AI/ML deployment.
  • Establish and maintain DevOps/CI-CD pipelines, configuration repositories, and environment management practices.
  • Contribute to change management and training activities by providing system documentation, architecture diagrams, and technical briefings.
  • Monitor system performance and coordinate with IT operations for continuous optimization and lifecycle management.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Experience:
    • 7–10 years of progressive experience in systems design, integration, or enterprise IT architecture.
    • Proven record of managing cross-platform infrastructure and modernization projects in government or enterprise settings.
    • Experience integrating automation, data analytics, and security controls into unified architectures.

Technical Expertise:

  • System Architecture & Integration: API-based integrations, microservices, SOA, and middleware frameworks.
  • Infrastructure Management: Windows/Linux servers, virtualization, networking, storage, and cloud infrastructure.
  • Cloud Platforms: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) architecture and deployment.
  • Automation Tools: ServiceNow, UiPath, Power Automate, or custom workflow orchestration systems.
  • Security Frameworks: NIST SP 800-53/171, FedRAMP, FISMA, and Zero Trust Architecture.
  • Data Management: Data lakes, ETL pipelines, SQL/NoSQL databases, BI integration (Power BI, Tableau).
  • DevOps & CI/CD: GitLab, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, or Ansible for automated deployment and environment consistency.

Preferred Certifications:

  • TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework)
  • ITIL Foundation / Intermediate
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • CompTIA Security+, CISSP, or CISM (for cybersecurity alignment)
  • Lean Six Sigma (Mandatory)
  • PMP or Agile Scrum Master (for project coordination and delivery)