Principal Systems Development Engineer Our customers' system requirements are usually highly complex. Bringing together hardware and software systems design, Systems Development Engineering operates at the very cutting edge of technology to meet them. We design and develop electronic and electro-mechanical or systems-orientated products, conduct feasibility studies on engineering proposals and prepare installation, operation and maintenance specifications and instructions. We're proud to deliver programs and products to the highest quality standards, on time and within budget.
Join us as a
Principal Systems Development Engineer on our
Engineering Development team in Round Rock TX to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact.
What you'll achieveAs a Principal Systems Development Engineer, you will design, define and implement complex system requirements for customers and prepare studies and analyses of existing systems. Our team drives innovative new platform architectures and detailed designs that span both HW and SW while enabling scalable design methodologies for Dell's enterprise products.
You will:- Deliver assigned system interfaces with designs that span extended teams
- Develop design and architectural documentation defining innovative features and technologies for next generation systems.
- Design, develop and implement efficient and scalable design methods that span HW and SW layers of the system.
- Prepare test and diagnostic programs, create prototypes, and debug new features on next generation products
Take the first step towards your dream careerEvery Dell Technologies team member brings something unique to the table. Here's what we are looking for with this role:
Essential Requirements 8 to 12 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree or 6+ years with a master's degree
Strong understanding of computer systems
Broad knowledge of hardware and software interactions, and ability to apply this understanding to resolve issues
Desirable Requirements- Strong communication skills with an ability to lead a workgroup
- A mixture of HW and SW experience
- Capability to influence others to achieve results
CompensationDell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is
$157,250 - $203,500Benefits and Perks of working at Dell TechnologiesYour 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.
Here's our story; now tell us yoursDell Technologies helps organizations and individuals build a brighter digital tomorrow. Our company is made up of more than 150,000 people, located in over 180 locations around the world. We're proud to be a diverse and inclusive team and have an endless passion for our mission to drive human progress.
What's most important to us is that you are respected, feel like you can be yourself and have the opportunity to do the best work of your life -- while still having a life. We offer excellent benefits, bonus programs, flexible work arrangements, a variety of career development opportunities, employee resource groups, and much more.
We started with computers, but we didn't stop there. We are helping customers move into the future with multi-cloud, AI and machine learning through the most innovative technology and services portfolio for the data era. Join us and become a part of what's next in technology, starting today.
You can also learn more about us by reading our latest Diversity and Inclusion Report and our plan to make the world a better place by 2030 here.
Application closing date: April 16, 2026Dell 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. All employment decisions at Dell are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Dell will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. Dell encourages applicants of all ages. Read the full Equal Employment Opportunity Policy here.
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