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Systems architect requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in systems architect job postings.
Sample systems architect requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in systems engineering.
  • Experience with architecture design and development.
  • Knowledge of programming languages and web technologies.
  • Understanding of security best practices.
Sample required systems architect soft skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to lead and motivate team members.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
  • High level of organizational and project management skills.

Systems architect job description example 1

General Dynamics systems architect job description

1. Performs expert-level systems development and design work that may include logic design, I/O design, firmware development, model formulation, manufacturing and development cost projections, computer architecture analysis and design, and analog or digital systems engineering.

2. Develops technical roadmaps for future implementations.

3. Develops business case analysis on potential projects.

4. Ensures security is integrated into all architecture solutions.

5. Performs advanced systems modeling, simulation, and analysis.

6. Acts as a subject-matter expert to multiple tasks and/or programs.

7. Reviews completion and implementation of system additions and/or enhancements and makes recommendations to management and/or clients.

8. Plans and directs upgrades of operating systems and designs systems enhancements.

9. Identifies, analyzes, and resolves system problems.

10. Determines system specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility.

11. Serves as a service area architect.

12. Provides guidance and work leadership to less-experienced systems engineers and may have supervisory responsibilities.

13. Serves as primary liaison with senior clients, participating in meetings to ensure client needs are met.

14. Provides high level expertise to multiple projects and tasks.

15. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technology as assigned.

16. Participates in special projects as required.

Requirements/Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related technical discipline.

Experience designing and implementing large scale complex technology solutions.

Specialized experience architecting at least one of the following enterprise solutions: Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI), Storage, Networking, Audio/Visual Capabilities (Conference Rooms, Auditoriums, Video Walls, etc.), or Unified Communications.

Demonstrated skills in bridging the gap between theoretical and practical.

Demonstrated experience performing associated trade off analysis.

Experience designing solutions in secure/air gapped environments.

Master's Degree preferred.

10 or more years of related systems engineering experience.

Active TS Clearance with ability for SCI.

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

None

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA VA Springfield

Additional Work Locations:

COVID-19 Vaccination: GDIT does not have a vaccination mandate applicable to all employees. To protect the health and safety of its employees and to comply with customer requirements, however, GDIT may require employees in certain positions to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Vaccination requirements will depend on the status of the federal contractor mandate and customer site requirements.We are GDIT. The people supporting some of the most complex government, defense, and intelligence projects across the country. We deliver. Bringing the expertise needed to understand and advance critical missions. We transform. Shifting the ways clients invest in, integrate, and innovate technology solutions. We ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. We are there. On the ground, beside our clients, in the lab, and everywhere in between. Offering the technology transformations, strategy, and mission services needed to get the job done.GDIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other protected class.
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Systems architect job description example 2

Google systems architect job description

Minimum qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields, or equivalent practical experience.

+ 3 years of experience in developing, planning, and executing power solutions for low power electronics.

+ 3 years of experience in mobile phone architecture.

Preferred qualifications:

+ 10 years of working experience in a fast paced environment.

+ Experience in one or more of the following specializations: Power Management Integrated Circuit (PMIC) design, product performance optimization, peak power management, battery life optimization, battery charging, fuel gauging, test automation.

+ Experience in spice simulation tools to make efficient optimizations and system tradeoffs.

+ Experience in power supply design, debugging devices using low-level software, JTAG, UART, etc.

+ Knowledge of thermals, IC, and product packaging challenges/limitations.

+ Knowledge of DC-DC power conversion topologies, PMIC architecture and PCB layout.

Our computational challenges are so big, complex and unique we can't just purchase off-the-shelf hardware, we've got to make it ourselves. Your team designs and builds the hardware, software and networking technologies that power all of Google's services. As a Hardware Engineer, you design and build the systems that are the heart of the world's largest and most powerful computing infrastructure. You develop from the lowest levels of circuit design to large system design and see those systems all the way through to high volume manufacturing. Your work has the potential to shape the machinery that goes into our cutting-edge data centers affecting millions of Google users.

The Google Pixel team focuses on designing and delivering the world's most helpful mobile experience. The team works on shaping the future of Pixel devices and services through some of the most advanced designs, techniques, products, and experiences in consumer electronics. This includes bringing together the best of Google's artificial intelligence, software, and hardware to build global smartphones and create transformative experiences for users across the world.

+ Design and implement system power solutions guided by data-driven to optimize system parameters such as efficiency, size, and cost.

+ Perform power characterization and work with software engineers to optimize power usage and end-product battery life.

+ Develop system-level strategies to ensure high-performance and robust product operation in challenging use-cases.

+ Work with other hardware engineers to analyze power tree architecture and component selection trade-offs. Work cross-functionally across the organization to drive holistic solutions.

+ Communicate with leading power vendors and track industry trends. Collaborate and influence partners to obtain robust solutions/features for pixel hardware.
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Systems architect job description example 3

Intel systems architect job description

At Intel, we drive innovation and break through barriers every single day. We look for remarkable people who understand partnership and have desire to disrupt the status quo. Intel's products support multiple platforms like TikTok, Instagram and Amazon. Our switches process millions of customer transactions, calls and data transmissions without interruption in seconds. Creating technology that works that fast, takes talent and passion. We invite you to come join a creative team of engineers dedicated to designing technologies that network the leading cloud-service datacenters. We offer, paid sabbatical, Immediate vesting at 100% of company matched 401k contributions, Annual and Quarterly Bonuses, Stock Programs, On-campus health clinics, fitness classes, spas, healthy meals, café options and so much more! Intel presents a vast amount of possibilities on a global scale. You can change your focus every few years within Intel if you choose or continue to grow within your initial role. We have the infrastructure to support employees and their goals.

The Hard Processor System (HPS) Architect will be responsible for the processor Subsystem architecture for Intel FPGA and will provide technical leadership for those devices. The role covers specification generation, specification negotiation, system modelling, and definition of processor core and peripherals. The HPS architect will require a broad knowledge in Processors, peripherals and IP design. The architect will provide high speed interconnects, coherency and caching schemes to eliminate performance bottlenecks. The candidate will understand clocking, configuration, boot flows and proficiency to work with Software and firmware teams. The candidate will be responsible for defining complex HPS subsystem, understand the complex global nature of the problem, work cross functionally with several other architects. Experience in FPGA, industry or application.
Qualifications:
BS in Electrical Engineering or relevant field
Experience as a Hardware Design with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in design and architecture Experience in Processor, CPU based designs, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in CPU based designs. Experience with ARM or RISCV or Intel based processors.Experience in architecting complex systems using and demonstrating success in deploying those systems.

Job Type:
Experienced Hire

Shift:
Shift 1 (United States of America)

Primary Location:
US, California, San Jose

Additional Locations:
US, California, Santa Clara, US, Oregon, Hillsboro, US, Texas, Austin, Virtual US

Intel strongly encourages employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. Intel aligns to federal, state, and local laws and as a contractor to the U.S. Government is subject to government mandates that may be issued. Intel policies for COVID-19 including guidance about testing and vaccination are subject to change over time.

Business group:
The Programmable Solutions Group (PSG) was formed from the acquisition of Altera. As part of Intel, PSG will create market-leading programmable logic devices that deliver a wider range of capabilities than customers experience today. Combining Altera's industry-leading FPGA technology and customer support with Intel's world-class semiconductor manufacturing capabilities will enable customers to create the next generation of electronic systems with unmatched performance and power efficiency. PSG takes pride in creating an energetic and dynamic work environment that is driven by ingenuity and innovation. We believe the growth and success of our group is directly linked to the growth and satisfaction of our employees. That is why PSG is committed to a work environment that is flexible and collaborative, and allows our employees to reach their full potential.

Posting Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance.

Position of Trust
N/A

Annual Salary Range for jobs which could be performed in US, Colorado:
$130,190.00-$221,610.00

Benefits:
We offer a total compensation package that ranks among the best in the industry. It consists of competitive pay, stock, bonuses, and benefits programs. Find out more information about our Amazing Benefits here.

Work Model for this Role
This role will be eligible for our hybrid work model which allows employees to split their time between working on-site at their assigned Intel site and off-site. In certain circumstances the work model may change to accommodate business needs.
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Updated March 14, 2024

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