Principal Systems Development Engineer
Dell Technologies · Round Rock, TX · Systems Development Engineering
About this role
Dell Technologies is hiring a principal-level Systems Engineer in the operations function based in Round Rock, TX. The posting calls out experience with System Design. Compensation is listed at $157,000–$204,000 per year.
- Role
- Systems Engineer
- Function
- operations
- Level
- principal
- Track
- Tech leadership
- Employment
- Full-time
- Location
- Round Rock, TX
- Department
- Systems Development Engineering
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
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Job description
from Dell Technologies careersPrincipal 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 software programs, 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, Texas to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact.
What you’ll achieve
As a Principal Systems Development Engineer, you will design, define and implement complex system requirements for customers and prepare studies and analyses of existing programs.
You will:
• Deliver assigned software / system interfaces with design and process across extended teams
• Prepare documentation for inspection/testing procedures
• Design, develop and implement cost effective methods of testing and troubleshooting software systems and equipment
• Prepare test and diagnostic programs, design test environments and equipment and complete specifications and procedures for new products
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
• 8 to 12 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6+ years with a master’s degree
• Advanced understanding of appropriate system architectures
• Deep knowledge of hardware and software interactions, and ability to apply this understanding to resolve issues
Desirable Requirements
• Ability to lead, motivate and direct a workgroup
• Capability to influence others to achieve results
Compensation
Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $157k - $204k
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.
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