principal software engineering Principal Engineer tech_leadership · Posted Jul 13, 2026
$153,850 – $199,100
USD per year

About this role

Dell Technologies is hiring a principal-level Principal Engineer in the software engineering function based in Round Rock, TX. The posting calls out experience with AWS, Azure, Kubernetes, VMware. Compensation is listed at $153,850–$199,100 per year.

Role
Principal Engineer
Function
software engineering
Level
principal
Track
Tech leadership
Employment
Full-time
Location
Round Rock, TX
Department
Service Delivery
Posted
Jul 13, 2026

Job description

from Dell Technologies careers

Senior Principal Engineer, Service Delivery

 

Dell Technologies customers rely on our products and services to drive progress. So, we take the service we provide extremely seriously. Service Delivery is all about making sure our technical solutions help clients fulfill their priorities, while working through challenges and initiatives. As trusted advisors, we build in-depth knowledge of what each client wants to achieve. Then we make sure the services delivered by Dell Technologies deliver on all our promises. We also work closely with Sales and Global Services colleagues to develop strategic account growth plans, and to identify and pursue sales opportunities. 

 

This role is on the Lifecycle Hub Operations team within Dell Technologies Managed Services and is responsible for supporting the ongoing service deliverables with Dell Partners that support product lifecycle warehousing and logistics services and all related functions and requirements. This role serves as the support and coordination contact for a Dell service partner that provides lifecycle services in support of warehousing, forward logistics provisioning, refurbishment/repair, and end of life disposal. In addition, you’ll work with partners to ensure they meet service level requirements, attain customer experience goals, and meet financial requirements. This is a customer-focused, partnering-facing position.

 

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Senior Principal Engineer on our Service Delivery team in Austin, Texas.

 

What you’ll achieve: 

As a Senior Principal Engineer in Service Delivery, you’ll design and deliver advanced solutions, automate operations and improve reliability. You will create documentation and handover materials for sustained success. 

 

You will:

  • In this Lead position, responsibilities include overseeing expectations and requirements globally in EMEA, APJ and North America

  • Monitor and drive partner performance against key metrics, including timeliness, quality, productivity, inventory control, and customer satisfaction

  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels to maximize the overall customer experience

  • Lead continuous process improvement initiatives to increase operational efficiency and optimize vendor performance

  • Manage reporting, data exchange, and B2B service support activities in collaboration with customers, partners, and IT teams

 

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:

  • Supply chain operations expertise with strong knowledge of forward and reverse logistics processes

  • Solid understanding of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), including capabilities and industry best practices

  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, and similar data analysis and reporting tools

  • Effective communicator with the ability to collaborate across multiple organizational levels and cross-functional teams

  • Excellent customer service skills with a focus on building strong relationships and delivering positive outcomes

 

Desirable Requirements:

  • Typically requires 12+ years of related experience in a professional role with a Bachelor's degree; or 8+ years with a Master's degree; or 5+ years with a PhD; or equivalent experience

     

  • AWS/Azure Associate/Professional; VMware VCP/VCAP; Kubernetes CKA/CKAD

 

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is USD $153,850 – 199,100.

 

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.

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