Firmware Senior Principal Engineer

Firmware Senior Principal Engineer

Responsible for designing and developing BIOS (Basic input output system) software using a range of applicable technologies (e.g., programming languages, compilers, assemblers, debuggers, Integrated test plans, Scopes, Logic Analyzers, and other tools) and state-of-the-art software engineering methodologies.

Specifically, we are seeking to improve and enhance diagnostic capabilities and recognition of failure root causes.

The role entails analyzing and changing existing code to make improvements to existing and future products. The job will involve collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve business results in supporting our customers with resolutions to field issues.

Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Firmware Senior Principal Engineer on our Software Engineering Team in  Round Rock, Texas or Hopkinton, Massachusetts.

What you’ll achieve
As a Firmware Senior Principal Engineer, you will be responsible for developing sophisticated systems and software aligned with the customer’s business goals and needs. This includes navigating the general business environment for creating software solutions.

You will:

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Works with support, engineering, and quality teams to document solutions for recurring technical issues
• Embedded Software Development: Participates in the full lifecycle of embedded software/firmware/BIOS development, including design, maintenance, and error correction
• Product Lifecycle & Management: Utilizes best-in-class development processes to manage and implement software products
• Product Strategy & Documentation: Contributes to product definition, feature prioritization, competitive analysis, and technical documentation
• Innovation & Testing: Leads idea generation and oversees testing and debugging of new or enhanced software 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

• 13+ years of related experience in a professional software role 
• Significant knowledge of computer architecture and CPU interfaces 
• Skills in analyzing computer systems and diagnosing problems 
• Familiar with Dell’s Server and Storage products

Desirable Requirements

• Bachelor’s and/or master’s degree in electrical engineering, computer science, or related discipline 
   

Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The salary range for this position is $208,250.00 - $269,500.00.

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.

Application closing date: 30 January 2026

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