Software Principal Engineer(Deployment, Kubernetes, Openshift container platform, OCP, C++, Python)
Location
Pune, Maharashtra, IN
About the Role
Software Principal Engineer
We’re building the next-generation AI storage system, catering the needs for massive scale AI factories to meet unique demands of modern GenAI era. The modernization will deliver unparalleled performance, immense value and exceptional experiences for our customers by modernizing and scaling the stack through development of several advanced technologies spanning storage management, memory management, clustering, Filesystems, distributed systems and performance for our next-gen software-defined storage platform. Most importantly, we’re modernizing with AI to accelerate our execution to streamline and standardize processes and reimagining work and customer experiences.
Join us to do the best work of your career and make a profound social impact as a Software Principal Engineer on our Software Engineering Team in Bangalore/Pune.
What you’ll achieve
As a Software Principal Engineer, you will be part of the Deployment development team to innovate and deliver various deployment solutions over Kubernetes and OpenShift Container Platform (OCP). You will collaborate and work closely with our Global engineering talents and will have significant opportunities to innovate and modernize the next-gen storage platform.
You will:
• Contribute to the design and architecture of high-quality, complex systems and software environments with a focus on Kubernetes (K8s) and OpenShift Container Platform (OCP).
• Prepare, review, and evaluate software specifications for products and systems with attention to details in authentication and authorization technologies.
• Develop and implement test strategies for complex software products and environments, ensuring robust and scalable solutions.
• Write, review, and maintain code in Go, C++, Python and other relevant languages. Continuously improve the security and performance of our systems through innovative solutions and collaborative efforts.
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
• 8-13 years of Profound and proven experience with C++ programming language, with a focus on multithreading and inter-process communication techniques.
• Proficient in Go programming language with a strong understanding of software engineering principles. Extensive experience with Kubernetes (K8s) and specifically OpenShift Container Platform (OCP).
• Deep knowledge of authentication and authorization mechanisms within Kubernetes environments. Experience with automation and scripting with Python, Bash, and relevant automation frameworks.
• Expertise in modern software development processes, including DevOps models, continuous integration, continuous testing, and agile development using platforms like Jira, Git, Jenkins, and Confluence.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to code/debug and guide others in designing and debugging flexible, scalable, and complex programs.
• A commitment to continuous learning and adaptability to new tools, languages, and operating systems with some training and on-the-job experience.Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Desirable Requirements
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or related field
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-Apr-2026
Dell Technologies is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Read the full Equal Employment Opportunity Policy here.
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Job ID:R282543
Ideal Candidate
An engineer with 8-13 years shipping production C++ systems (especially concurrent/IPC-heavy) who has hands-on Kubernetes/OCP deployment experience and can code fluently across Go, Python, and Bash.
Estimated Salary Range(medium confidence)
₹22 L – ₹35 L per year
Likely Interview Questions
- 1.Walk us through a production incident where your C++ multithreading or IPC design was at fault. How did you debug it and what changed architecturally?
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