Software Senior Principal Engineer- Distributed Systems

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Santa Clara, CA
In-Office
Cloud • Hardware • Information Technology • Internet of Things • Software • Business Intelligence
The Role

Senior Principal Software Engineer

The 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 Senior Principal Software Engineer on our Software Engineering Team in Santa Clara, California. (Local Candidates Only)

What you’ll achieve
As a Senior Principal Software Engineer, Distributed Systems you will be responsible for building world-class storage appliances

You will:
Lead the end-to-end software development lifecycle, including feasibility evaluation, architecture design, implementation, integration, testing and delivery

  • Architect and implement complex storage subsystems for distributed environments
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, high-quality solutions

 
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

  • 12+ years of experience across all phases of software development, with proven technical leadership
  • Strong proficiency in C/C++/Go with deep expertise in Linux and distributed system programming
  • Expert-level knowledge of Linux, distributed systems, and storage technologies, including experience with complex system design and implementation
  • Skilled in Kubernetes for container orchestration, and familiarity with tools like Git (version control) and JIRA (issue tracking)
  • Exceptional design, debugging, and problem-solving skills, with advanced knowledge of performance evaluation for multi-threaded distributed systems

Desirable Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Engineering or related field

 
 

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $239,700 - $310,200.

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.

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