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Software Principal Engineer - Diagnostics Development

Dell Technologies
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 6/16/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/16/2026
Job Description

Software Principal Engineer (LINUX)

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 Austin, Texas.

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
  • Prepare, review and evaluate software/storage specifications for products and systems
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of test strategies for complex software products and systems/for storage products and systems

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
  • Solid Linux application programming experience; Ubuntu experience a plus
  • Firsthand, demonstratable, experience with Linux system design, development, and debugging
  • Ability to convey basic Linux troubleshooting and debugging skills
  • Experience with BASH or similar Linux shell environment
  • Debugging abilities utilizing available Linux debuggers, such as gdb

Desirable Requirements
  • The ability to demonstrate commands a Linux administrator or developer would run nearly every day
  • Some degree of Linux Kernel driver knowledge is strongly desired. Such knowledge usually includes loading/listing kernel modules, methods to debug drivers and such/Familiarity with Linux system configuration files, including such things as networking and user permissions
  • You are considered the "go to" person for Linux related questions and problems
  • 6 to 8 years of related experience
  • Bachelor's degree

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position: $185K to $240K

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.

Dell Technologies is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Read the full Equal Employment Opportunity Policy here.

Salary : $185,000 - $240,000

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