Software Senior Principal Engineer

Software Senior Principal 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 Software Senior Principal Engineer on our Software Engineering Team in Bangalore and Pune.

What you’ll achieve
As a Software Senior Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software basis the customer’s business goals, needs and general business environment creating software solutions.
You will:

• Design, develop, and maintain Linux kernel-level device drivers for storage subsystems
• Debug and resolve complex kernel and driver-level issues in production environments
• Mentor team members in design collaboration, code reviews, development tools and processes
• Take part in the full software development life cycle including development, test, continuous delivery and support
• Be an active member of an agile team, collaboratively realizing features through development, test and delivery

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

• Experience in all phases of software development: feasibility, design, implementation, integration, test and delivery
• Expertise in Linux kernel, SCSI, SCST, Fiber Channel, Virtual Tape Libraries, I/O device drivers
• Experience in RAID development and experience in NVMe protocol implementation and firmware development related to NVMe devices
• Expertise in persistent memory, hardware assisted compression technologies
• Experience in one or more of the following languages: C, Python, Go along with knowledge of version control, bug tracking systems (Git, JIRA)

Desirable Requirements

• Experience in Storage domain (SAN/NAS/Virtualization)
• Experience in developing software for software-defined infrastructure, including hybrid cloud/on-prem and multi-cloud environments
• 13-20 Years of relevant experience

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.
Application closing date: 31st March 2026
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