Senior Systems Engineer

PhoenixTeam

Senior Systems Engineer providing technical leadership for cross-functional delivery teams in federal IT modernization initiatives. Designing and maintaining complex systems across applications, infrastructure, and platforms.

Posted 7/25/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $144 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in system architecture, distributed systems, and cloud platforms, with a strong focus on developing scalable and secure solutions. Proficient in Agile methodologies and technical leadership, ensuring system performance and reliability through effective collaboration and documentation.

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System ArchitectureDistributed SystemsCloud PlatformsAgile MethodologiesTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

Systems EngineeringSoftware EngineeringProgramming LanguagesScripting LanguagesInfrastructure ConceptsNetworking ConceptsSystem IntegrationAnalytical SkillsTroubleshooting SkillsProblem-Solving Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer ScienceBachelor’s Degree in Information Systems

Industry Keywords

Technical DocumentationArchitecture DiagramsSystem SpecificationsProactive MonitoringContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudDistributed SystemsJavaPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and maintain system architectures across applications, infrastructure, and platforms.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to engineering teams.
Analyze system requirements and translate them into scalable, secure solutions.
Ensure system performance, reliability, and availability through proactive monitoring and optimization.
Collaborate with developers, DevOps, security, and stakeholders to align system design with business needs.
Support integration of systems across environments and platforms.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including architecture diagrams and system specifications.
Participate in Agile delivery processes and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years of experience in systems engineering, software engineering, or related roles
Strong experience with system architecture, distributed systems, and cloud platforms
Knowledge of programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, Java, or similar)
Experience with infrastructure, networking, and system integration concepts
Experience working in Agile environments
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company computer provided
3 weeks PTO
Benefits available upon conditional offer