Dell

Software Principal Engineer

Dell$168K — $231K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years managing enterprise-scale DevOps tools for CI/CD
  • Expert in GitHub Actions Workflow Architecture
  • Proficient in Self-Hosted Runner Management on diverse OS
  • Experienced in GitHub Enterprise Server Administration
  • Skilled in Security & Secrets Management techniques
  • Knowledge of Enterprise Governance & Policies
  • Familiar with Storage & Infrastructure Configuration methods
  • Able to develop Custom Actions using JavaScript and Docker
  • Focus on Performance Optimization and Troubleshooting

Responsibilities

  • Administer GitHub and other DevOps tools as the subject matter expert
  • Build secure infrastructure supporting CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions
  • Enable centralized monitoring and governance of DevOps tools
  • Continuously improve performance and reliability through proactive automation
  • Drive innovation with AI-powered automation tools for efficiency

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Access to a diverse and inclusive workplace
  • Resources for mental health support
Full Job Description
Job Description

SoftwarePrincipal Engineer, Software Engineering

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 Principal Engineer on our Developer Experience team in Hopkinton, Massachusetts.

Whatyou'llachieve:

As a Software Principal Engineer, you will develop advanced modules, optimize performance, and contribute to architectural choices. You will collaborate across teams to deliver robust, secure solutions.

You will:
  • Administer and be the SME for GitHub and other DevOps tools, including installation, integration, upgrades, and maintenance to ensure reliability and scalability
  • Build and maintain secure, resilient infrastructure supporting CI/CD pipelines and automation platforms using GitHub Actions
  • Enable centralized access, monitoring, and governance of DevOps tools enterprise-wide
  • Continuously improve system performance, cost efficiency, and reliability through automation and proactive enhancements
  • Drive innovation by incorporating AI-powered automation tools to enhance pipeline efficiency, incident response, and predictive analytics


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:
  • 10+ years managing enterprise-scale DevOps tools supporting CI/CD pipelines
  • GitHub Actions Workflow Architecture - Complex CI/CD pipeline design, job orchestration, matrix builds, and reusable workflows
  • Self-Hosted Runner Management - Deployment, scaling, performance tuning, and troubleshooting of Linux/Windows/macOS runners
  • GitHub Enterprise Server Administration - Installation, configuration, upgrades, monitoring, and resource planning
  • Security & Secrets Management - OKTA integration, encrypted secrets, action pinning to commit SHAs, and supply chain security
  • Enterprise Governance & Policies - Action governance, access controls, organizational policies, and compliance frameworks
  • Storage & Infrastructure Configuration - S3 setup, container orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes), and Infrastructure as Code
  • Custom Actions Development - JavaScript, Docker, and composite action creation for organization-wide standardization
  • Performance Optimization - Caching strategies, workflow parallelization, cost management, and resource allocation
  • Troubleshooting & Operations - Workflow debugging, log analysis, runner health checks, connectivity issues, and backup/recovery

Desirable Requirements
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related technical field
  • Practical experience leveraging AI-driven DevOps tools for automation, predictive analytics, and operational efficiency


Compensation

Dell is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position: $168,000 to $231,000

Benefits and Perks of working at Dell Technologies

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About Dell

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