Mid Level Principal System Architect Jobs
Mid level principal system architect jobs go to engineers ready to own architectural decisions end to end, guide junior teammates, and deliver complex system designs with minimal oversight. Openings across on-site, remote, and hybrid settings concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, with Apple, Arcadis, and Amazon among the employers hiring at this level now.
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As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
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Job Description Summary:
On site 3-4 days a week, Local residents or open to relocation a must.Results-driven System Engineer with over 5 years of experience supporting enterprise voice, VoIP, and unified communications environments. Proven expertise in designing and maintaining highly available Cisco-based voice infrastructures, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Unity Connection, voice gateways, and collaboration platforms. Skilled in configuring and troubleshooting core VoIP protocols such as SIP, RTP, SRTP, MGCP, and H.323, with a strong focus on call quality, QoS, and dial plan optimization.
Extensive hands-on experience within complex network environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and LAN/WAN connectivity. Adept at diagnosing and resolving escalated voice and network issues using tools such as Cisco RTMT, packet captures, call detail records, and SNMP monitoring. Experienced in managing carrier services, SIP trunking, PRI circuits, and telecom escalations.
Demonstrated ability to support enterprise architecture initiatives, including disaster recovery testing and implementation of redundant systems both on-premises and in cloud environments. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills, proactive incident triage, and ability to meet SLA requirements while supporting cross-functional project delivery. Cisco-certified professional (CCNA/CCNP) with a continuous focus on advancing technical expertise and mentoring team members in both technical and customer service best practices.
Position Responsibilities
- Enterprise Architecture- Tests disaster recovery setups, design and implement highly redundant network services, both on cloud and on-premises.
- Support- Creates architecture diagrams, including network designs.
- Training- Continuing education in the training track that was chosen and working towards designated next level training certification.
- Escalations- Can think creatively to resolve escalated issues and involve others as needed.
- Technical Expertise- In addition to foundational understanding can deep dive in one domain.
- Customer Service- Is able to coach team on customer service etiquette and leads by example. Able to articulate and teach communication and customer service.
- Operational duties- Can triage incidents and tasks and work to get them resolved. Can assist team members meet SLA requirements.
- Project Delivery- Participates in designated multi-domain foundational projects to build project plans and work to complete them through collaboration and teamwork.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Experience and License
- Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Collaboration, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting enterprise voice, VoIP, unified communications, or network engineering environments.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco Unity Connection, Cisco voice gateways, Cisco IP phones, and Cisco collaboration platforms.
- Strong understanding of VoIP protocols and technologies, including SIP, RTP, SRTP, MGCP, H.323, SCCP, QoS, dial plans, codec selection, and voice traffic prioritization.
- Experience working in Cisco network environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, trunking, DHCP, VPN, LAN/WAN connectivity, and network troubleshooting.
- Ability to troubleshoot voice and network issues using tools such as Cisco RTMT, packet captures, call detail records, syslogs, SNMP monitoring, and network analyzers.
- Knowledge of carrier services, SIP trunking, PRI circuits, number porting, toll-free services, and telecom escalation processes.
- Experience with Cisco Unified Contact Center Express, call recording, call accounting, E911 platforms, SBCs, or contact center integrations a plus
On site 3-4 days a week, Local residents or open to relocation a must.
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- On-site housing for select positions and more!
Degree Requirements:
Certification:
As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care.
Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers.
Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way
Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence.
Department:
Job Description Summary:
On site 3-4 days a week, Local residents or open to relocation a must.Results-driven System Engineer with over 5 years of experience supporting enterprise voice, VoIP, and unified communications environments. Proven expertise in designing and maintaining highly available Cisco-based voice infrastructures, including Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Unity Connection, voice gateways, and collaboration platforms. Skilled in configuring and troubleshooting core VoIP protocols such as SIP, RTP, SRTP, MGCP, and H.323, with a strong focus on call quality, QoS, and dial plan optimization.
Extensive hands-on experience within complex network environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, VPNs, and LAN/WAN connectivity. Adept at diagnosing and resolving escalated voice and network issues using tools such as Cisco RTMT, packet captures, call detail records, and SNMP monitoring. Experienced in managing carrier services, SIP trunking, PRI circuits, and telecom escalations.
Demonstrated ability to support enterprise architecture initiatives, including disaster recovery testing and implementation of redundant systems both on-premises and in cloud environments. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills, proactive incident triage, and ability to meet SLA requirements while supporting cross-functional project delivery. Cisco-certified professional (CCNA/CCNP) with a continuous focus on advancing technical expertise and mentoring team members in both technical and customer service best practices.
Position Responsibilities
- Enterprise Architecture- Tests disaster recovery setups, design and implement highly redundant network services, both on cloud and on-premises.
- Support- Creates architecture diagrams, including network designs.
- Training- Continuing education in the training track that was chosen and working towards designated next level training certification.
- Escalations- Can think creatively to resolve escalated issues and involve others as needed.
- Technical Expertise- In addition to foundational understanding can deep dive in one domain.
- Customer Service- Is able to coach team on customer service etiquette and leads by example. Able to articulate and teach communication and customer service.
- Operational duties- Can triage incidents and tasks and work to get them resolved. Can assist team members meet SLA requirements.
- Project Delivery- Participates in designated multi-domain foundational projects to build project plans and work to complete them through collaboration and teamwork.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Experience and License
- Cisco certifications such as CCNA, CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Collaboration, or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting enterprise voice, VoIP, unified communications, or network engineering environments.
- Hands-on experience with Cisco Unified Communications Manager, Cisco Unity Connection, Cisco voice gateways, Cisco IP phones, and Cisco collaboration platforms.
- Strong understanding of VoIP protocols and technologies, including SIP, RTP, SRTP, MGCP, H.323, SCCP, QoS, dial plans, codec selection, and voice traffic prioritization.
- Experience working in Cisco network environments, including routing, switching, VLANs, trunking, DHCP, VPN, LAN/WAN connectivity, and network troubleshooting.
- Ability to troubleshoot voice and network issues using tools such as Cisco RTMT, packet captures, call detail records, syslogs, SNMP monitoring, and network analyzers.
- Knowledge of carrier services, SIP trunking, PRI circuits, number porting, toll-free services, and telecom escalation processes.
- Experience with Cisco Unified Contact Center Express, call recording, call accounting, E911 platforms, SBCs, or contact center integrations a plus
On site 3-4 days a week, Local residents or open to relocation a must.
Benefits:
We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs:
- Health benefits
- Life insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Healthcare spending accounts
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Pet Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee assistance program
- Wellness program
- On-site housing for select positions and more!
Degree Requirements:
Certification:
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Mid Level Principal System Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level principal system architect job?
Lead with ownership. Hiring managers at this level want to see that you have driven architectural decisions, not just contributed to them. Highlight projects where you defined system boundaries, made trade-off calls, and delivered working infrastructure. A portfolio of real design problems you solved, explained clearly in your resume and interviews, signals readiness for mid level principal system architect work far more than tenure alone.
Which companies hire mid level principal system architects?
Companies hiring mid level principal system architects right now include Apple, Arcadis, and Amazon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers large technology firms, financial services organizations, defense contractors, and fast-scaling product companies that need architects who can own design work independently.
Are there remote mid level principal system architect jobs?
Yes, and the share is meaningful. About 15% of mid level principal system architect openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting how broadly distributed architecture work has become. Teams comfortable collaborating asynchronously on system design reviews and technical documentation have expanded their geographic hiring considerably over recent years.
How do I move up to a mid level principal system architect role?
The path runs through demonstrated ownership. Early career, focus on deepening your understanding of distributed systems, data modeling, and integration patterns while completing end-to-end components within a larger architecture. Over time, seek out projects where you define the design rather than implement someone else's. Measurable outcomes, such as improving reliability, reducing latency, or enabling a new capability, build the case that you are ready to operate at the mid level principal system architect tier.
Which industries hire the most mid level principal system architects?
Mid Level principal system architect roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring because they operate at scale, run complex integration environments, and face ongoing pressure to modernize legacy infrastructure, all of which require architects who can take full ownership of system-level decisions.