Principal / Lead Systems Engineer
micro1
At a glance
Principal / Lead Systems Engineer is a remote engineering opening at micro1. The posting places it in US-based preferred; candidates with strong relevant experience worldwide considered.. The post date on the listing is 4 Nov 2026. No deadline is filled in on the listing. The notes below are written by Akazi. The advertisement under them is the employer's own text.
- Company
- micro1
- Job type
- Engineering · Remote
- Location
- Remote - US-based preferred; candidates with strong relevant experience worldwide considered.
- Deadline
- Deadline not listed
- Date posted
- 4 Nov 2026
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The text below is the public posting from micro1. Akazi did not write it.
Role Title : Principal / Lead Systems Engineer
Role Type : Contractor
Location : Remote - US-based preferred; candidates with strong relevant experience worldwide considered.
micro1 is looking for experienced Principal or Lead Systems Engineers to support an AI training project focused on complex, real-world engineering workflows. In this role, you will draw on your experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects to design realistic tasks, coordinate contributions from domain experts, and define clear technical objectives and evaluation criteria. Your expertise will help improve how AI systems plan, execute, and validate engineering work.
Scope of Work
Design realistic engineering projects involving multiple disciplines, such as mechanical, electrical, hardware, software, and manufacturing. Translate project objectives into clear requirements, technical constraints, and measurable acceptance criteria. Break complex projects into connected tasks with defined inputs, deliverables, dependencies, and expert responsibilities.
Requirements
Substantial professional experience as a Principal Systems Engineer, Lead Systems Engineer, or in a comparable technical leadership role. At least 20+ of weekly availability Proven experience leading complex engineering projects involving multiple technical disciplines. Strong expertise in requirements engineering, interface management, system integration, and verification and validation. English proficiency at B2 level or higher
Preferred Qualifications
A relevant master's degree or PhD in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field. Experience with model-based systems engineering, SysML, or requirements management tools. Experience leading projects from initial requirements through integration, testing, and delivery. Experience in aerospace, automotive, robotics, industrial systems, medical devices, or other complex engineering environments.
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