Senior Computer Systems Engineer

Marketing Statement

Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both:
1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and
2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.

Pay Rate

Pay Band E07 (Non-Rep)

$ (minimum) - $ (maximum)

The negotiable initial salary offer will be between $ - $ commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To

Group Manager, Systems Engineering, or designee

Current Assignment

BART is seeking a highly skilled and solutions‑oriented Senior Computer Systems Engineer to serve as a technical leader in the planning, design, implementation, modification, and ongoing support of mission‑critical electronic, communications, and computer systems that support safe and reliable transit operations across the District.

This advanced journey‑level position requires independent judgment, deep technical expertise, and the ability to manage complex engineering initiatives that directly impact operational reliability, public safety communications, and system‑wide infrastructure performance. The incumbent will serve as a subject‑matter expert and may provide technical direction to lower‑level engineering staff while collaborating across departments and with external agencies.

Key priorities and essential job functions for this assignment include:

• Design, implement, operate, and maintain BART's electronic and communications systems, including P25 Digital Trunked Radio Systems, SCADA systems, Public Address (PA) systems, telephony, and fiber optic infrastructure.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert for P25 radio, SCADA, PA systems, and fiber optics, providing system engineering, troubleshooting, and operational support.
• Evaluate system performance and field conditions; diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving radio communications, PA systems, fiber optics (MM and SM), and SCADA interfaces.
• Prepare engineering drawings, plans, specifications, and technical documentation for the development, modification, and maintenance of communications systems, including preventative maintenance procedures, job plans, and risk analyses.
• Review contractor and vendor designs, drawings, and submittals to ensure conformance with District standards, technical specifications, and performance requirements.
• Conduct testing, commissioning, and acceptance of communications systems, including PA systems and fiber optic installations; identify deficiencies and recommend corrective actions.
• Support the integration of wireless communications, telephony, fiber and copper cable plants, video, audio, and public communications systems into a cohesive, reliable network.
• Collaborate with internal divisions and external agencies on complex telecommunications projects, providing engineering support and technical leadership.
• Prepare clear, concise technical reports, specifications, and management briefings to document findings, recommendations, and project status.
• Perform field assignments that may require working during nights and weekends and in proximity to active tracks, electrified rail, and moving trains.

The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following area, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Demonstrated experience in telecommunications and communications systems with progressively increasing technical responsibility.
• Proven proficiency in the design, operation, and maintenance of P25 Digital Trunked Radio Systems and SCADA systems.
• In‑depth expertise in Public Address systems, including design, configuration, testing, and operational performance.
• Comprehensive knowledge of MM and SM fiber optic systems, including installation, maintenance, and integration into existing communications infrastructure.
• Experience designing, engineering, and integrating PA…