Computer Systems Engineer Architect

Chimes • Baltimore, MD

1d • $46 - $83 • Remote

About The Position

Chimes is seeking a Computer Systems Engineer Architect to design and support computer-system solutions for complex operational needs. This remote role is open to candidates in the United States. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; visa sponsorship is not provided. AbilityOne Program participation is encouraged but not required. Chimes provides reasonable accommodations during the application and interview process, in performing essential job functions, and in receiving employment benefits and privileges.

The role involves defining system requirements and objectives with staff and customers, evaluating technology components, developing system and software architectures, and designing secure, scalable systems. The architect will oversee system development, installation, configuration, upgrades, maintenance, and lifecycle improvements; test and assess interoperability, reliability, security, and performance; analyze software security; resolve compatibility issues with engineering and development teams; and guide implementation and user training.

Base pay depends on work location, skills, experience, and internal equity. Hourly ranges are: Tier 1 (Washington, DC and Northern Virginia), $67.78–$82.84; Tier 2 (Baltimore, MD and Dallas, TX), $55.11–$71.71; Tier 3 (Los Angeles, CA and New Castle, DE), $47.47–$64.52; and Tier 4 (Orlando, FL), $46.01–$56.23.

Requirements

• Five or more years of experience in systems engineering, systems architecture, systems integration, or related work.
• Experience developing system designs, integration plans, standards, test approaches, and technical recommendations.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant role-appropriate technical certifications.
• Experience in government, regulated, or security-conscious environments.
• Degrees or certifications in computer science, data science, or related fields.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Verify interoperability, reliability, security, and performance through hardware and software tests, models, and simulations.
• Plan or oversee system development, installation, configuration, and upgrades.
• Monitor system 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.
• Provide implementation guidance and user training.

Benefits

• Medical plan starting at $13.80 per month; the Minimum Value Health Plan costs $6.90 per pay period.
• Employer-paid life insurance and AD&D.
• Employer-provided long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
• 10 paid holidays and generous PTO.
• Tickets at Work.
• Employee referral bonuses and recognition programs.
• Clear pathways for growth and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed