Systems Engineer, API Gateway and Cloud Architecture

Job overview

The Systems Engineer, API Gateway and Cloud Architecture role is listed in Sterling, VA, with compensation not specified. The engineer provides technical leadership for mission-critical systems through Synergy ECP subsidiary NetServices. The role guides API gateway technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise integrations, helping deliver secure and reliable systems. It combines system design, integration, testing, and troubleshooting with technical collaboration across customer and engineering needs.

What you'll do

• Provide technical leadership for API gateway technologies, cloud architecture, and enterprise integrations
• support Windows platforms and cloud-hosted commercial off-the-shelf applications
• apply API design, security, and protocol knowledge
• use programming languages and cloud platforms
• support Docker, Kubernetes, Agile work, troubleshooting, system testing, and validation.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

systems engineer

api gateway

cloud architecture

sterling va

synergy ecp

enterprise integrations

windows

aws

azure

google cloud

docker

kubernetes

ts/sci polygraph

$180k–$230k

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health benefits, 401(k), wellness resources, continuing education, paid time off, and 10 paid holidays.

Why this role

Requires 16+ years of relevant experience, a STEM bachelor’s or master’s degree, Security+ CE certification, and TS/SCI with polygraph clearance; U.S. citizenship required. Salary range stated in the posting is $180,000–$230,000 per year.

About the employer

Synergy ECP is hiring for this role. Industry: Computer Systems Design Services. Sector: 54.