Designs, integrates, and supports secure, scalable computer-system architectures for complex operational needs. Defines requirements, evaluates hardware, software, and network components, develops integration and testing approaches, oversees installation and upgrades, troubleshoots operational issues, performs security analyses, and provides implementation guidance and user training. The role requires at least five years of systems engineering, architecture, integration, or related experience and supports regulated or security-conscious environments.
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:
This is a remote position open to candidates in the United States. Base salary is determined by the candidate’s work location, along with skills, experience, and internal equity. The ranges below reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for each geographic tier:
- 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
Ready to Make Your Impact?
✨ Join a team where your work truly matters—every single day.
Apply today: https://chimes.org/Careers
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