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Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
O*NET 15-1299.08 · SOC 15-1299
Projected Growth
+33%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$120k
per year
Annual Openings
42k
positions/year
Education Level
Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 3
Medium preparation needed (vocational or associate's)
Most Computer Systems Engineers/Architects positions require an associate degree or vocational training. Many community colleges and technical schools offer relevant programs that can be completed in 1–2 years, often with hands-on clinical or lab experience built in.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Structured — offices, data centers, or remote
Work Style
Independent — focused deep work with periodic team check-ins
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Conventional (Organizers)5.8
Investigative (Thinkers)5.5
Realistic (Doers)4.1
Enterprising (Persuaders)3.0
Social (Helpers)2.1
Artistic (Creators)1.9
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