Lead Software Systems Engineer

Company: CGI
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Position Description: We are seeking an experienced Software Systems Engineer Lead to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess top-level technical expertise and a strong background in systems engineering and software development. As a Software Systems Engineer Lead, you will formulate and define specifications for complex operating software programming applications, design architectures, and ensure compliance with open systems and DoD standards. You will also interact with project management to plan project schedules and technical direction, while instructing and directing other task personnel. This position is located in Arlington, VA. Your future duties and responsibilities: Formulate and define specifications for complex operating software programming applications or modify/maintain complex existing applications using engineering releases and utilities from the manufacturer. Provide top-level technical expertise, performing in-depth and complex software systems programming and analysis. Design architectures to include software, hardware, and communications to support total requirements and provide for present and future cross-functional requirements and interfaces. Ensure systems are compatible and in compliance with standards for open systems and DoD architectures. Identify, assess, and present options for meeting functional and technical requirements, including hardware and software updates or upgrades. Interact with project management to plan project schedules and technical direction. Develop high-level system design diagrams and program design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation. Instruct, direct, and check the work of other task personnel, ensuring quality assurance and evaluation of existing and new software products. Provide overall operating system maintenance, including sophisticated file maintenance routines, large telecommunications networks, computer accounting, and advanced mathematical/scientific software packages. Assist in all phases of software systems programming applications and evaluate new and existing software products. Required qualifications to be successful in this role: Ten (10) years of experience in systems engineering and software development. Experience with MicroStrategy or Business Intelligence platforms, analytics, data modeling, and dashboard design. Relevant certification from a nationally recognized technical authority, demonstrating expertise in software systems engineering. Due to the nature of the work, US citizenship and a Secret clearance are required. CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $89,600.00 - $194,000.00. CGI Federal's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include: . Competitive compensation . Comprehensive insurance options . Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan . Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time . Paid parental leave . Learning opportunities and tuition assistance . Wellness and Well-being programs CGIFederalJob LI-PC1 Skills: Data Modeling MicroStrategy What you can expect from us: Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because… You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business. CGI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to apply for a job in the U.S., please email the CGI U.S. Employment Compliance mailbox at US_Employment_Compliance@cgi.com . You will need to reference the Position ID of the position in which you are interested. Your message will be routed to the appropriate recruiter who will assist you. Please note, this email address is only to be used for those individuals who need an accommodation to apply for a job. Emails for any other reason or those that do not include a Position ID will not be returned. We make it easy to translate military experience and skills! Click here to be directed to our site that is dedicated to veterans and transitioning service members. All CGI offers of employment in the U.S. are contingent upon the ability to successfully complete a background investigation. Background investigation components can vary dependent upon specific assignment and/or level of US government security clearance held. Dependent upon role and/or federal government security clearance requirements, and in accordance with applicable laws, some background investigations may include a credit check. CGI will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrests and conviction records in accordance with all local regulations and ordinances. CGI will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with CGI’s legal duty to furnish information.

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