Systems Architect Jobs

Systems Architect jobs are open across enterprise technology, financial services, healthcare, defense, and cloud infrastructure, from mid-level to principal and distinguished engineer, with specializations in cloud architecture, enterprise integration, and solution design. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles808+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerApple
Top cityAustin, TX
Work type70% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Capgemini
Robot System Architect
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Capgemini
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Robot System Architect
Capgemini
Remote
Specialized Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
IT Support & Systems Administration
Engineering (Non-Software)
Robotics Engineering
Systems Administration
$47 - $74/hr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Schneider Electric
Services System Architect
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Schneider Electric
New 23h ago
Services System Architect
Schneider Electric
South Carolina
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
$200k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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ExxonMobil
PLM System Architect
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ExxonMobil
Added 1d ago
PLM System Architect
ExxonMobil
Spring, Texas
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Program Management
Cloud Engineering
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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iRhythm Technologies
Principal System Architect
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iRhythm Technologies
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Principal System Architect
iRhythm Technologies
San Francisco, California
Software Engineering
Cloud & DevOps
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud Engineering
Technical Program Management
$198k - $258k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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SPECTRAFORCE
Cerner Millennium Systems Architect
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SPECTRAFORCE
Added 1d ago
Cerner Millennium Systems Architect
SPECTRAFORCE
Remote
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Product & Program Management
Healthcare Administration
Technical Program Management
Remote (US)
Bachelor's

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Systems Architect Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Apple
    Apple40
  • NVIDIA
    NVIDIA34
  • Transaction Network Services (TNS)
    Transaction Network Services (TNS)25
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE
    Hewlett Packard Enterprise | HPE23
  • Humana
    Humana20

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software367
  • Electronics & Hardware132
  • Manufacturing59
  • Consulting & Professional Services36
  • Telecommunications35

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in systems architect jobs.

  • Seven or more years of experience designing and implementing large-scale distributed systems
  • Deep proficiency in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud with relevant certifications
  • Experience leading technical design reviews and producing architecture decision records
  • Strong command of integration patterns, APIs, microservices, and event-driven architectures
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate complex technical architecture to non-technical stakeholders

Tips for Your Systems Architect Job Search

Tailor your resume to architecture scope

Hiring managers for systems architect roles want to see the scale of what you've designed, not just that you designed it. Quantify the systems you've architected by user load, data volume, or service count rather than listing tools alone.

Show decision rationale in your portfolio

A systems architect portfolio lives or dies on design reasoning, not polished diagrams. For each project, include a short written rationale explaining why you chose a particular pattern over alternatives and what constraints drove that call.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists systems architect openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Filter openings by domain depth required

Systems architect postings often favor candidates with domain-specific depth, such as financial messaging protocols, HIPAA-compliant data flows, or defense-grade security frameworks. Prioritize openings where your domain matches the core environment described.

Prepare a live architecture walkthrough

Many systems architect interviews include a whiteboard or live design session. Practice narrating your decisions aloud as you draw, because interviewers evaluate your reasoning process as much as your final architecture.

Negotiate scope of authority, not just compensation

In an offer conversation, clarify whether the role carries decision-making authority over technology choices or is advisory only. A title without architectural autonomy affects career progression more than most compensation differences at this level.

Systems Architect Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most systems architects?

The companies hiring the most systems architects right now include Apple, NVIDIA, and Transaction Network Services (TNS), with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Illinois, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand is concentrated in enterprise technology, federal contracting, and financial services.

How many systems architect jobs are remote?

About 30% of systems architect openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the role's strong fit for distributed team structures. Cloud architecture and enterprise integration specializations tend to have the highest share of remote-eligible positions, while on-premises infrastructure and defense roles more often require onsite presence.

How do you become a systems architect?

Most systems architects begin as software engineers or infrastructure specialists and accumulate experience designing components before taking on full system design responsibility. Building toward the role means leading technical design for progressively larger projects, earning a cloud platform certification, developing fluency in architecture frameworks, and actively seeking roles that include cross-functional design ownership rather than implementation alone.

Can you get hired as a systems architect with limited experience?

It is uncommon to enter a systems architect title directly from junior roles, but associate or junior architect positions exist at larger organizations. The most practical path is to pursue a senior engineer or technical lead role that includes architecture responsibilities, document your design decisions in a portfolio, and apply to architect openings that list a lower experience threshold or include the word 'associate' in the title.

What does the systems architect interview process look like?

The interview process typically includes an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview focused on system design fundamentals, and a design panel or loop where you walk through a past architecture and solve a new design problem live. Final rounds often include a presentation to engineering leadership and a conversation with cross-functional stakeholders about how you communicate trade-offs and align technical decisions to business goals.

Where can I find and apply to systems architect jobs?

You can find and apply to systems architect jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience, specialization, and preferred location or remote arrangement, then apply directly to each opening that fits.

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