Software System Principal Engineer

Software System Principal Engineer

Our customers’ system requirements are usually highly complex.  Bringing together hardware and software systems design, Systems Development Engineering operates at the very cutting edge of technology to meet them. We design and develop electronic and electro-mechanical or systems-orientated products, conduct feasibility studies on engineering proposals and prepare installation, operation and maintenance specifications and instructions. We’re proud to deliver programs and products to the highest quality standards, on time and within budget.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Software System Principal Engineer in our Solutions/Server Performance Analysis team in Round Rock, Texas.

What you’ll achieve
As a Software System Principal Engineer, you will design, define and implement complex system requirements for customers and prepare studies and analysis of existing systems.

You will:

• Architect and Implement Automation Frameworks: Design and develop scalable, reusable, and maintainable automation frameworks
• Tool and Dashboard Development: Lead the creation of tools and dashboards for automated result collection, analysis, and reporting
• CI/CD Integration: Integrate automated testing into CI/CD pipelines to ensure continuous validation
• Governance and Consistency: Establish and enforce governance processes to maintain consistency across automation practices
• Mentorship and Best Practices: Mentor junior engineers and establish best practices for automation strategies

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Take the first step towards your dream career
Every Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here’s what we are looking for with this role:

Essential Requirements

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python(preferred), Java, and C#
• Proven experience in designing and implementing automation frameworks
• Strong knowledge of developing tools and dashboards for automated processes
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline integration
• Excellent mentorship skills and ability to guide junior engineers

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Desirable Requirements

• Experience with CPU/GPU/Power/Virtualization/AI performance benchmarking tools and knowledgeable in AI-based techniques for enhancing automation
• 8 to 12 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6+ years with a master’s degree

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $153,000.00 - $198,000.00.

Benefits and Perks of Working at Dell Technologies

Your life. Your health. Supported by your benefits. You can explore the overall benefits experience that awaits you as a Dell Technologies team member — right now at MyWellatDell.com

Who we are

We believe that each of us has the power to make an impact. That’s why we put our team members at the center of everything we do. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow your career with some of the best minds and most advanced tech in the industry, we’re looking for you.

Dell Technologies is a unique family of businesses that helps individuals and organizations transform how they work, live and play. Join us to build a future that works for everyone because Progress Takes All of Us.

Application closing date: 04 August 2025

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