60 Systems programmer jobs in Columbus, OH


10 of the Most Popular Types of Systems Programmer Jobs in 2026

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The qualifications needed for a career as a systems programmer include a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, database administration, or a related field. Some employers prefer a master’s degree, especially in more senior positions. In addition to your education, you should pursue a certification in an area of systems programming. These include certifications from vendors like Microsoft and those in specific programming languages. You need strong critical thinking and analytical skills along with experience working with multiple programming languages and pieces of computer hardware.

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Top Types Of Systems Programmer Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Systems Programmer positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.
  • Systems Thinking

    Salary range: $43,500 - $85,000

    Systems Thinking is a typical job search query Most salaries for Systems Thinking jobs pay between $43,500 (25th percentile) and $85,000 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Systems Thinking job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Systems Requirements Engineer

    Salary range: $96,000 - $132,000

    Systems Requirements Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Systems Requirements Engineer jobs pay between $96,000 (25th percentile) and $132,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Systems Requirements Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Systems Engineer

    Salary range: $98,000 - $157,000

    The role of a systems engineer varies based on the company they work for, but in every industry systems engineers use computerized systems to keep track of all the moving parts within their organizations. The term systems engineer usually refers to a computer systems engineer, which combines several disciplines to create, purchase, and install a computer system that suits the needs of each particular client. They will also work in a hands-on manner during the installation, acquisition, testing, and implementation phases of the project. Duties typically include making recommendations for scalability, troubleshooting any problems that arise during the use of the system, reviewing a company’s security requirements, and recommending security measures to allow the company to avoid compromising any sensitive data.

  • Automotive Systems Engineer

    Salary range: $98,000 - $157,000

    Automotive Systems Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Automotive Systems Engineer jobs pay between $98,000 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Automotive Systems Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Mbse System Engineer

    Salary range: $98,000 - $157,000

    Mbse System Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Mbse System Engineer jobs pay between $98,000 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Mbse System Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Matlab

    Salary range: $84,000 - $126,500

    Matlab is a common job search query. Most salaries for Matlab jobs pay between $84,000 (25th percentile) and $126,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are plenty of open positions nationwide for Matlab job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Vxi

    Salary range: $40,500 - $55,500

    Vxi is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Vxi jobs pay between $40,500 (25th percentile) and $55,500 (75th percentile) annually. There are lots of open positions nationwide for Vxi job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.

  • Full Time Incose

    Salary range: $80,000 - $110,000

    Full Time Incose is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Full Time Incose jobs pay between $80,000 (25th percentile) and $110,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Full Time Incose job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Navigation Systems Engineer

    Salary range: $98,000 - $157,000

    Navigation Systems Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Navigation Systems Engineer jobs pay between $98,000 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Navigation Systems Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

  • Satcom Systems Engineer

    Salary range: $98,000 - $157,000

    Satcom Systems Engineer is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for Satcom Systems Engineer jobs pay between $98,000 (25th percentile) and $157,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Satcom Systems Engineer job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.