Demo

Software Senior Principal Engineer - Windows OS

Dell Technologies
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 1/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/8/2026

Job Details

Software (Senior) Principal Engineer - Windows OS

The Windows Operating System, Software Engineering team delivers next-generation software 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 (Senior) Principal Engineer - Windows OS on our Windows Operating System Software Engineering Team in Austin, Texas.

What you'll achieve
As a Software (Senior) Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software basis the customer's business goals, needs and general business environment creating software solutions.

You will:
  • Design and lead the effort on automation, continuous integration/continuous delivery processes and tools to make our services simpler and more robust
  • Mentor team members in design collaboration, code reviews, development tools and processes
  • Take part in the full software development life cycle including development, test, continuous delivery and support
  • Be an active member of an agile team, collaboratively realizing features through development, test and delivery

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:
  • 9-15 years' experience in software development
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strong Windows deployment knowledge in the following areas:
    • Windows System Image Manager
    • Understanding of unattend.xml files
    • Understanding of phases of Windows deployment process (WindowsPE, Specialize, AuditMode, OOBE, etc.)
    • Understanding of Windows Pre-installation Environment (WinPE)
    • Able to debug issues experienced during OS deployment
  • Strong Windows Debugger knowledge, ie. How to collect necessary files that can be used in Windows Debugger
  • Strong Scripting knowledge: Batch file, PowerShell, Python, VBscript

Desirable Requirements:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or related field
  • Experience with DISM, Atlassian products (JIRA, Confluence)

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $170k - $259k.

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.

#LI-Onsite
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.

Salary : $170 - $259

If your compensation planning software is too rigid to deploy winning incentive strategies, it’s time to find an adaptable solution. Compensation Planning
Enhance your organization's compensation strategy with salary data sets that HR and team managers can use to pay your staff right. Surveys & Data Sets

What is the career path for a Software Senior Principal Engineer - Windows OS?

Sign up to receive alerts about other jobs on the Software Senior Principal Engineer - Windows OS career path by checking the boxes next to the positions that interest you.
Income Estimation: 
$123,167 - $152,295
Income Estimation: 
$146,673 - $180,130
Income Estimation: 
$146,673 - $180,130
Income Estimation: 
$176,149 - $220,529
View Core, Job Family, and Industry Job Skills and Competency Data for more than 15,000 Job Titles Skills Library

Job openings at Dell Technologies

  • Dell Technologies Austin, TX
  • Principal Hardware Engineer The reputation of Dell Technologies for delivering award-winning hardware is legendary and our Hardware Engineering team is at ... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • Dell Technologies Austin, TX
  • Senior Hardware Engineer The reputation of Dell Technologies for delivering award-winning hardware is legendary and our Hardware Engineering team is at the... more
  • 15 Days Ago

  • Dell Technologies Hopkinton, MA
  • Senior Hardware Engineer The reputation of Dell Technologies for delivering award-winning hardware is legendary and our Hardware Engineering team is at the... more
  • 4 Days Ago

  • Dell Technologies Hopkinton, MA
  • Senior Principal Hardware Engineer The reputation of Dell Technologies for delivering award-winning hardware is legendary and our Hardware Engineering team... more
  • 4 Days Ago


Not the job you're looking for? Here are some other Software Senior Principal Engineer - Windows OS jobs in the Austin, TX area that may be a better fit.

  • Dell AUSTIN, TX
  • Job Details Software (Senior) Principal Engineer - Windows OS The Windows Operating System, Software Engineering team delivers next-generation software app... more
  • Just Posted

  • Dell Technologies and Careers Austin, TX
  • Senior Principal Software Engineer - Windows Driver Developer We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Windows Driver Developer to join our BIOS and F... more
  • 16 Days Ago

AI Assistant is available now!

Feel free to start your new journey!