Overview
On Site
USD 200,000.00 - 259,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Firmware Development
Embedded Systems
Software Engineering
Interfaces
Collaboration
Firmware
IT Management
Windows Drivers
WDM
Computer Engineering
Electrical Engineering
WMI
BIOS
C
C++
Debugging
Microsoft Windows
Computer Architecture
UEFI
Total Productive Maintenance
TPM
Mentorship
Training
Linux Kernel
Dell
Job Details
Senior Principal Software Engineer - Windows Driver Developer
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Windows Driver Developer to join our BIOS and Firmware Engineering team. This role is critical to advancing Dell's Modern BIOS initiatives, including full stack development of Windows, BIOS and EC (Embedded Controller) drivers and diagnostic applications for Windows platforms.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to architect, implement, and maintain Windows drivers that interface with ACPI, WMI, and BIOS-specific services. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in Windows kernel-mode development and a passion for mentoring others in driver development.
Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Windows Driver Developer on our Software Engineering Team in our Client Solutions Group in Austin, Texas.
What You'll Achieve:
As a Windows Driver Developer you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software based on the customer's business goals, needs and general business environment.
You will:
Essential Requirements
Desirable Requirements
Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $200k - $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
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Windows Driver Developer to join our BIOS and Firmware Engineering team. This role is critical to advancing Dell's Modern BIOS initiatives, including full stack development of Windows, BIOS and EC (Embedded Controller) drivers and diagnostic applications for Windows platforms.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to architect, implement, and maintain Windows drivers that interface with ACPI, WMI, and BIOS-specific services. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in Windows kernel-mode development and a passion for mentoring others in driver development.
Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Windows Driver Developer on our Software Engineering Team in our Client Solutions Group in Austin, Texas.
What You'll Achieve:
As a Windows Driver Developer you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software based on the customer's business goals, needs and general business environment.
You will:
- Design, develop, and debug Windows kernel-mode drivers for BIOS and EC interactions
- Implement support for ACPI tables and WMI interfaces from the driver side
- Collaborate with firmware, diagnostics, and platform teams to ensure seamless integration
- Participate in code reviews, architecture discussions, and driver validation efforts
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers on Windows driver development
Essential Requirements
- 12 + years proven experience in Windows Driver development (WDM, KMDF, UMDF), Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field
- Strong understanding of ACPI, WMI, and BIOS-level interactions
- Proficiency in C/C++ and Windows kernel debugging tools
- Familiarity with Windows OS internals and driver signing processes, ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with PC Architecture
Desirable Requirements
- Experience with UEFI, Power Transitions, TPM, or Secure Boot technologies, experience mentoring or training others in driver development
- Exposure to Linux kernel development (for cross-platform awareness
Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $200k - $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
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