Computer Systems Engineer Architect

Chimes District of Columbia.; Baltimore (MD); Remote; USD 63,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Employer-paid Life Insurance AD&D

Long-Term Disability coverage

403(b) retirement plan

10 paid holidays generous PTO

Tickets at Work

Employee referral bonuses andrecogniti

Growth and advancement

Job summary

Chimes is seeking a Computer Systems Engineer Architect to design and support our computer-system solutions for complex operational needs.

This remote USA role requires a BS in CS/IT/Engineering, 5+ years in systems engineering or architecture, and experience in secure or regulated environments. Compensation is tiered by location across DC/MD/TX/CA; eligible for benefits as described.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field preferred.
• Five+ years in systems engineering, architecture, or integration.
• Experience in government or security-conscious environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and evaluate system requirements and architectures.
• Develop and integrate secure, scalable systems with tests and simulations.
• Plan development, installation, upgrades, and lifecycle improvements.

Skills

Systems engineering

Systems architecture

Security testing

Regulated environments

Technical evaluations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering or related field

Degrees and certifications in computer science or related fields

Job description

Chimes | Computer Systems Engineer Architect | Remote Position

Ready to move AI out of the demo and into production? We're looking for a Computer Systems Engineer Architect to design and support our computer-system solutions for complex operational needs supporting Chimes.

Location

This role is remote within the USA. You must be legally authorized to work in the US. Chimes does not provide visa sponsorship. Individuals participating in the AbilityOne Program are encouraged to apply. AbilityOne participation is not required. Chimes will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

What you’ll do

• Engage staff and customers to define system requirements, objectives, scope, constraints, and operational impacts; evaluate hardware, software, and network components and recommend suitable solutions.
• Develop system-engineering, software-engineering, integration, and distributed-system architectures, and establish standards and design constraints.
• Design and integrate secure, scalable systems, and verify interoperability, reliability, security, and performance through hardware and software tests, models, and simulations.
• Plan or oversee system development, installation, configuration, and upgrades; monitor operation, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate maintenance, patches, and lifecycle improvements.
• Perform security analyses of software components, collaborate with engineers and developers to resolve compatibility issues, and provide implementation guidance and user training.

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant role-appropriate technical certifications preferred.
• Equivalent combinations of related education, training, and experience may be considered.
• Five (5) or more years in systems engineering, systems architecture, systems integration, or related work.
• Experience developing system designs, integration plans, standards, test approaches, and technical recommendations.
• Experience in government, regulated, or security-conscious environments preferred.

Degrees and certifications in computer science, data science, or related fields are preferred, but equivalent education and experience are welcome.

Compensation

• Tier 1 (Washington, DC and Northern Virginia): $67.78 - $82.84 per hour
• Tier 2 (Baltimore, MD and Dallas, TX): $55.11 - $71.71 per hour
• Tier 3 (Los Angeles, CA and New Castle, DE): $47.47 - $64.52 per hour
• Tier 4 (Orlando, FL): $46.01 - $56.23 per hour

If you’re unsure which tier applies to your location, your recruiter can confirm during the hiring process.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Medical plan starting at $13.80/mo. The $6.90 is per pay period for the Minimum Value Health Plan.
• Employer-paid Life Insurance AD&D
• Employer-provided Long-Term Disability coverage for financial protection
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• 10 paid holidays generous PTO
• Tickets at Work
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement