Python Software Principal Engineer

Software Principal Engineer

The Software Engineering team delivers next-generation application enhancements and new products for a changing world. Working at the cutting edge, we design and develop software for platforms, peripherals, applications and diagnostics — all with the most advanced technologies, tools, software engineering methodologies and the collaboration of internal and external partners.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Software Principal Engineer on our Software Engineering Team in [Taipei].

What you’ll achieve
As a Software Principal Engineer on the HCI team, you will be responsible for leading the technical direction and architecture of Dell's AI and Solutions hyperconverged infrastructure platform. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams—including engineering, product management, and quality assurance—to deliver high-quality software solutions that meet customer needs. You will drive technical innovation, mentor engineers, and champion best practices and emerging technologies, including AI tools usage

You will:

1.Technical Leadership: Provide technical leadership and guidance to junior engineers through code reviews, mentoring, and knowledge sharing.

2.Architecture: Design and implement scalable, secure, and efficient software architectures for HCI, leveraging cloud, virtualization, and storage technologies.

3.Innovation: Drive technical innovation and stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and Dell's technology strategy to ensure the products remain competitive and innovative.

4.Software Development: Lead the design, development, testing, and maintenance of HCI software applications and features, including API development, UI/UX enhancements, and backend infrastructure improvements.

5.Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of high-quality solutions.

6.Problem-Solving: Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, perform root cause analysis and recommendations for improvement.

7.Code Quality: Ensure high-quality code through rigorous testing, code reviews, and adherence to Dell's coding standards and best practices.

8.Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of software designs, architectures, and implementations.

9.Mentorship: Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to support their career growth.

10.Strategy: Develop and implement technical strategies to align with business objectives and ensure the long-term success of the HCI platform.

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

• Bachelo's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related technical field or equivalent 8+ years of experience as a software developer

• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python/Golang on Unix/Linux/BSD operating systems and understanding of data structures, algorithms, and analysis techniques

•Experience with cloud-native applications and microservices architecture

• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices

• AI‑Enabled Software Design and Development Skills: Experience applying AI‑based capabilities to support software design, development, testing, and troubleshooting throughout the engineering lifecycle.

• Experience with network, storage, security product development

• Proven leadership experience, including mentoring and technical direction

• Ability to lead teams to design, develop and deliver major features on time with high quality

• Able to engage with customers and support when needed to solve production issues

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with Agile development methodolofies (e.g. Scrum, Kanban)

• Experience with containerized orchestration systems (Kubernetes, Rancher, etc) is a plus

Desirable Requirements

• Certifications: Relevant certifications, such as VMware VCP or AWS Certified Developer, are a plus

• Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools (e.g., Jenkins, Github CI/CD) is a plus

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: 30 March 2026

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