Principal Software Developer (Datapath Development)

Principal Software Developer (Datapath Development)

From applied research to advanced engineering, the Engineering Technologist team has the expertise to shape ground-breaking products, material and processes. It’s a fascinating field of work. We’re involved in assessing the competition, developing technology and product strategies and generating intellectual property. We lead technology investigations, analyze industry capabilities and recommend potential acquisitions or vendor partner opportunities. Our insights influence product architecture and definitions. And we work with colleagues across the business to ensure our products always lead the way.

The team focuses in developing the backend elements of Dell's Primary storage solutions. This team is dedicated to crafting the software stack responsible for the detection, administration, and connection of drives, enclosures, and other associated hardware components. Team’s focus includes the integration of emerging drive and enclosure technologies into future-proof solutions, as well as the creation of foundational protocols aimed at optimizing system performance to its fullest potential. Given the ever-evolving landscape of storage technology, protocols, and approaches, team members are expected to maintain a proactive learning mindset, continuously adapting to ensure the delivery of state-of-the-art solutions that outpace competitors and capture a significant market share.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Principal Software Developer (Datapath Development) on our Engineering Technologist Team in Warsaw.

What you’ll achieve
As a Software Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software based on the customer’s business goals, needs and general business environment creating software solutions.

You will:

• Contribute to the design and architecture of high-quality, complex systems and software/storage environments 
• Implement and optimize storage solutions to ensure seamless data handling and efficient storage capacity management. 
• Utilize the Storage Performance Development Kit (SPDK) to develop high-performance, scalable, and efficient storage solutions. 
• Create detailed technical designs for new datapath features and improvements. Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for all areas. 
• Analyze and optimize the performance of the datapath to ensure high efficiency and reliability and to enhance system throughput and latency. 

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field. 
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in software development, with experience in working on storage solutions and their performance. 
• Proficient in C/C++ programming languages on Linux platforms and computer systems. 
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex systems and enhance performance. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of documenting technical designs, writing user manuals, and explaining complex concepts to various stakeholders. 

Desirable Requirements

• Knowledge of storage and networking standards (SCSI, SAS, NVMe, NVMe-oF, RDMA, RoCE). 
• Proven experience with open source development, preferable kernel development or Storage Performance Development Kit. 
• Linux operating system experience; device drivers; embedded software/firmware; storage technologies. 
• Proven experience in Python development. 

Benefits:

Our people are the most critical component of our long-term success and their health and well-being are our priority. You will enjoy a comprehensive, locally competitive benefits package.

As our Employee you will be entitled to:

• Private medical care
• Group life insurance
• Global Travel Medical Insurance
• Emergency Travel Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Allowance for remote work
• 29 days per year to work from abroad
• Lunch card
• Benefit Systems vouchers or Multisport card
• Languages’ classes
• Discounts for Dell Products
• Wellness Program
• Paid Employee Referral Program
• Employee Recognition Program

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: ongoing

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