micro1

Principal / Lead Systems Engineer

United States full-time Senior $150 - $300
full-time Senior level Technology & IT Salary listed Curated
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About the role

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.

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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Technology & IT API integration Remote Collaboration Principal Systems Engineer Senior level

Likely questions

  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Principal / Lead Systems Engineer role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at micro1?
  3. Which of API integration, Remote Collaboration and Principal have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. How have you led people, improved a process, or made a hard decision in a previous role?
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with API integration, Remote Collaboration and Principal.
  • One short story with a problem, your action, and the result.
  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
Practice line

I am interested in the Principal / Lead Systems Engineer role because I can bring practical experience in API integration, Remote Collaboration and Principal, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes micro1 needs from this hire.

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