Principal System Architect Jobs in Texas
Principal System Architect jobs in Texas are in strong demand, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the country for senior-level systems design talent, particularly in defense and aerospace, enterprise technology, telecommunications, and energy infrastructure. Austin, Dallas, and San Antonio are the leading hiring centers, home to established employers like Lockheed Martin, AT&T, and Dell Technologies, which maintain large engineering operations across the state. Cloud architecture, systems integration, and embedded systems design are among the most sought-after specialties in current Texas listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
OpenBMC Firmware System Architects at Jabil collaborates with customers, sales and product planning to establish the technical direction for Jabil design teams in the Cloud, Compute and switching markets.
As a Firmware System Architect, you will be expected to
- Demonstrate a level of expertise in OpenBMC and BMC in general that matches or exceeds the expertise of customers
- Assess technical requirements
- Determine competencies needed during quoting
- Develop system architectures
- Monitor the technical direction of designs during product development
- Mentor others in the organization to build team members design capability
IN YOUR ROLE YOU WILL
- Advise and discuss technology tradeoffs with customers, product planning and business development
- Establish technical direction for customer-originated projects and Jabil's own cloud compute product offerings. Technical direction includes:
- Alignment to product requirements documents
- Architectural tradeoffs on cost, complexity, and schedule
- BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) and BIOS feature management
- Leverage, strategy and risk planning
- Collaborate with fellow system architects in the electrical, thermal, BIOS, Validation, RAS, and OS domains
- Communicate technical direction to Jabil development teams through Jabil handoff documentation
- Stay current on vendor technology capabilities in spaces such as CPUs, GPUs, Storage, Memory, FPGAs, MCUs, etc.
- Remain ready to architect for the latest industry trends including areas such as OpenBMC, DMTF, Open Compute (OCP) and others
- Deep dive into new open-ended areas by leveraging previous engineering experiences
- Contribute to the improvement of our architecture methods and processes
- Train, mentor, and coach new engineers
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Capability to research and explore unfamiliar technologies and concepts with an eye towards feasibility is required
- Ability to translate customer requirements to measurable internal requirements
- Expertise in OpenBMC architecture, codebase, repository structure and testing is required
- Knowledge of AMI (American Megatrends) MegaRAC is beneficial
- Familiarity with the Intel, AMD, Nvidia or ARM CPU/GPU architectures. Specifically, an understanding of how the firmware stack operates and interacts with the core system components is required
- Familiarity with Aspeed BMC products. Specifically, an understanding of the capabilities of the processor is preferred
- High level understanding of best coding practices and source control. Specifically, an understanding of C++, python, Javascript, HTML5, git, CI/CD and the agile development process is required
- Experience working with industry standards for IPMI, Redfish, MCTP, PLDM, SMBUS, i2c, i3c, SPI, etc. is required. Must also have extensive experience with Linux
- Familiarity with Secure Boot, SPDM, Platform Root of Trust, DICE, and NIST SP 800-193 standards as well as cryptographic algorithms and protocols (PKI, Certificates, AES, HMAC, ECC) is required
- Experience with modern BIOS architecture preferred
- Fluent in reading block diagrams and familiarity with system design preferred
- Fluency in server management (provisioning, deployment, management, service) is preferred
- Familiar with Linux operating system, kernel, and application is required
NON-TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Influence others and share best practices
- Effectively communicate with excellent understanding of English
- Work as part of a global team
- Assess a project and articulate risk while developing project milestones
- Mentor less experienced engineers
- Lead BMC Projects with multiple engineers assigned
- Lead BIOS projects with multiple engineers assigned
- Breakdown and articulate customer requirements to engineering line items
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering required
- 7+ years’ experience in firmware design and engineering
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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At Jabil (NYSE: JBL), we are proud to be a trusted partner for the world's top brands, offering comprehensive engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing solutions. With 60 years of experience across industries and a vast network of over 100 sites worldwide, Jabil combines global reach with local expertise to deliver both scalable and customized solutions. Our commitment extends beyond business success as we strive to build sustainable processes that minimize environmental impact and foster vibrant and diverse communities around the globe.
OpenBMC Firmware System Architects at Jabil collaborates with customers, sales and product planning to establish the technical direction for Jabil design teams in the Cloud, Compute and switching markets.
As a Firmware System Architect, you will be expected to
- Demonstrate a level of expertise in OpenBMC and BMC in general that matches or exceeds the expertise of customers
- Assess technical requirements
- Determine competencies needed during quoting
- Develop system architectures
- Monitor the technical direction of designs during product development
- Mentor others in the organization to build team members design capability
IN YOUR ROLE YOU WILL
- Advise and discuss technology tradeoffs with customers, product planning and business development
- Establish technical direction for customer-originated projects and Jabil's own cloud compute product offerings. Technical direction includes:
- Alignment to product requirements documents
- Architectural tradeoffs on cost, complexity, and schedule
- BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) and BIOS feature management
- Leverage, strategy and risk planning
- Collaborate with fellow system architects in the electrical, thermal, BIOS, Validation, RAS, and OS domains
- Communicate technical direction to Jabil development teams through Jabil handoff documentation
- Stay current on vendor technology capabilities in spaces such as CPUs, GPUs, Storage, Memory, FPGAs, MCUs, etc.
- Remain ready to architect for the latest industry trends including areas such as OpenBMC, DMTF, Open Compute (OCP) and others
- Deep dive into new open-ended areas by leveraging previous engineering experiences
- Contribute to the improvement of our architecture methods and processes
- Train, mentor, and coach new engineers
JOB QUALIFICATIONS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Capability to research and explore unfamiliar technologies and concepts with an eye towards feasibility is required
- Ability to translate customer requirements to measurable internal requirements
- Expertise in OpenBMC architecture, codebase, repository structure and testing is required
- Knowledge of AMI (American Megatrends) MegaRAC is beneficial
- Familiarity with the Intel, AMD, Nvidia or ARM CPU/GPU architectures. Specifically, an understanding of how the firmware stack operates and interacts with the core system components is required
- Familiarity with Aspeed BMC products. Specifically, an understanding of the capabilities of the processor is preferred
- High level understanding of best coding practices and source control. Specifically, an understanding of C++, python, Javascript, HTML5, git, CI/CD and the agile development process is required
- Experience working with industry standards for IPMI, Redfish, MCTP, PLDM, SMBUS, i2c, i3c, SPI, etc. is required. Must also have extensive experience with Linux
- Familiarity with Secure Boot, SPDM, Platform Root of Trust, DICE, and NIST SP 800-193 standards as well as cryptographic algorithms and protocols (PKI, Certificates, AES, HMAC, ECC) is required
- Experience with modern BIOS architecture preferred
- Fluent in reading block diagrams and familiarity with system design preferred
- Fluency in server management (provisioning, deployment, management, service) is preferred
- Familiar with Linux operating system, kernel, and application is required
NON-TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
- Influence others and share best practices
- Effectively communicate with excellent understanding of English
- Work as part of a global team
- Assess a project and articulate risk while developing project milestones
- Mentor less experienced engineers
- Lead BMC Projects with multiple engineers assigned
- Lead BIOS projects with multiple engineers assigned
- Breakdown and articulate customer requirements to engineering line items
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering required
- 7+ years’ experience in firmware design and engineering
BE AWARE OF FRAUD: When applying for a job at Jabil you will be contacted via correspondence through our official job portal with a jabil.com e-mail address; direct phone call from a member of the Jabil team; or direct e-mail with a jabil.com e-mail address. Jabil does not request payments for interviews or at any other point during the hiring process. Jabil will not ask for your personal identifying information such as a social security number, birth certificate, financial institution, driver’s license number or passport information over the phone or via e-mail. If you believe you are a victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Bureau of Investigations internet crime hotline (www.ic3.gov), the Federal Trade Commission identity theft hotline (www.identitytheft.gov) and/or your local police department. Any scam job listings should be reported to whatever website it was posted in.
Jabil, including its subsidiaries, is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Accessibility Accommodation
If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Jabil.com/Careers site as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an e-mail to Always_Accessible@Jabil.com or calling 727-803-7988 with the nature of your request and contact information. Please do not direct any other general employment related questions to this e-mail or phone number. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to.
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Who's Hiring
- Arm2
- Jabil2
- HP1
- Lennox1
- Lennox International1
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- Electronics & Hardware4
- Technology & Software3
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Consumer Goods2
- Manufacturing2
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in principal system architect jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, systems engineering, or a related field
- Ten or more years of progressive experience in systems architecture or enterprise IT design
- Demonstrated expertise in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
- Experience leading cross-functional architecture teams and driving large-scale technology decisions
- Strong background in systems integration, microservices, and distributed systems design
- Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or equivalent enterprise architecture credentials
Principal System Architect Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a principal system architect in Texas?
Becoming a principal system architect in Texas typically requires a bachelor's degree in computer science, systems engineering, or a closely related discipline, followed by years of progressive architecture experience. Texas does not issue a state license for this role, so advancement depends on building a strong portfolio of large-scale system designs, earning widely recognized certifications such as TOGAF or AWS Certified Solutions Architect, and demonstrating leadership across enterprise or defense-grade projects common to Texas employers.
How much do principal system architects make in Texas?
Principal system architects in Texas earn a median of about $133,310 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $70,110 for the lowest 10% to over $191,800 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire principal system architects in Texas?
Employers hiring principal system architects in Texas right now include Arm, Jabil, and HP, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's deep concentration of defense contractors, telecommunications firms, and enterprise technology companies means hiring activity tends to be consistent and broad rather than clustered in a single sector.
Which Texas cities have the most principal system architect jobs?
Austin, Richardson, and Spring have the most principal system architect openings in Texas. Austin drives significant volume through its dense concentration of enterprise software and cloud-native companies, Dallas anchors corporate IT and telecommunications hiring, and San Antonio benefits from a strong defense and federal contracting sector centered around military installations such as Joint Base San Antonio.
Are there remote principal system architect jobs in Texas?
Yes, and more than most fields. Principal system architect work is largely analytical and collaborative rather than hands-on or site-dependent, making it well suited to remote and hybrid arrangements. About 29% of principal system architect openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting broader trends in senior architecture roles. Strategy, design review, and stakeholder alignment work translates most readily to remote settings, while hands-on integration testing or classified defense projects often require on-site presence.
How can I get hired as a principal system architect in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a systems or solutions engineer role at a large Texas employer, where you can build hands-on architecture experience before moving into a principal-level position. Companies like Dell Technologies, Raytheon, and USAA in Texas regularly hire associate or mid-level systems engineers and provide structured growth paths. Earning a foundational certification such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect or CompTIA Security+ signals readiness, and contributing to internal architecture review boards or design documentation is the most direct way to make the transition visible to hiring managers.
Where can I find and apply to principal system architect jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to principal system architect jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Find roles that match your background and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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