Software Systems Engineer Jobs in Virginia
Software Systems Engineer jobs in Virginia are open across Richmond, Herndon, and Reston and other Virginia metros, with employers like Amazon, Ge Grid Solutions, and RoviSys Building Technologies hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Optimal Solutions & Technologies (OST, Inc.) is focused on excellence. We specialize in providing Management Consulting, Information Technology, and Research Development and Engineering services.
The fundamental distinction of the OST team is its business knowledge in both the public and private sectors. We serve the aerospace & transportation, association & nonprofit, defense, education, energy, financial, healthcare, and technology & telecommunications industries. OST is successful because we listen to our clients, we learn from our clients, and we know our clients.
Sr. Systems/Software Integration Engineer
Position Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- 5+ years developing and implementing Knowledge Management (KM) strategies, including leading large-scale, transformative KM initiatives within Army organizations.
- Experience sharing KM best practices across commands and organizations.
- Experience supporting enterprise and directorate-level strategic planning efforts through the development of program content, workflows, and training initiatives.
- Experience conducting Business Process Redesign (BPR) and Business Process Reengineering activities.
- Experience using Microsoft SharePoint portal sites or similar collaboration platforms and providing document management support.
- Experience gathering requirements, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and preparing presentations, briefings, and process documentation.
- Certified Knowledge Manager (CKM) or equivalent certification required.
- Active Secret Required.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Develop and implement an enterprise Knowledge Management strategy in support of MEDCOM objectives and strategic initiatives.
- Lead KM transformation efforts and promote knowledge-sharing best practices across the organization.
- Support enterprise and directorate-level strategic planning activities through process improvement, workflow development, and organizational knowledge-sharing initiatives.
- Conduct Business Process Redesign and Process Reengineering efforts to improve operational efficiency and information flow.
- Manage and maintain SharePoint portals and document repositories to support collaboration, document management, and information sharing requirements.
- Facilitate requirements gathering sessions, stakeholder meetings, and process mapping activities.
- Develop training materials, standard operating procedures, presentations, and other knowledge management artifacts.
- Analyze organizational processes and provide recommendations to improve knowledge capture, retention, and dissemination.
- Prepare reports, briefings, and other deliverables supporting leadership decision-making and strategic planning efforts.
This is a full-time position paying a base salary of $82,000, and full benefits, and has possible bonus potential based on merit and performance. To be considered for this position, please apply online with a resume.
OST is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, religion, gender, native origin, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Software Systems Engineer Job Market in Virginia
A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Amazon8

- Ge Grid Solutions6

- RoviSys Building Technologies6

- HAZEN AND SAWYER5

- M.C. Dean5

Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services24
- Technology & Software21
- Energy13
- Manufacturing9
- Education4
What Virginia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in software systems engineer jobs across Virginia.
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, or a related engineering discipline
- Proficiency in C, C++, or Python for systems-level development
- Experience designing or integrating real-time or embedded systems
- Familiarity with Linux internals, networking protocols, or hardware interfaces
- Ability to obtain or hold a security clearance, depending on the sector
- Experience with systems modeling tools, test frameworks, or CI/CD pipelines for systems code
Software Systems Engineer Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many software systems engineer jobs are there in Virginia?
There are 91+ software systems engineer openings in Virginia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Richmond, Herndon, and Reston. New positions post regularly as employers across Virginia hire.
How much do software systems engineers make in Virginia?
Software systems engineers in Virginia earn a median of about $136,460 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $83,350 for the lowest 10% to over $211,930 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Virginia cities have the most software systems engineer jobs?
Richmond, Herndon, and Reston have the most software systems engineer openings in Virginia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire software systems engineers in Virginia?
Employers hiring software systems engineers in Virginia include Amazon, Ge Grid Solutions, and RoviSys Building Technologies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote software systems engineer jobs in Virginia?
Yes. About 18% of software systems engineer openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Virginia metros.
How do I apply for software systems engineer jobs in Virginia?
You can apply to software systems engineer jobs in Virginia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Virginia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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