Principal Hardware Systems Engineer | AI-Driven, Flexible Work

Dell; Cork; On-site; EUR 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Dell Technologies is seeking a System Principal Engineer to lead end-to-end designs of critical hardware subsystems. You will set technical direction, perform advanced analyses, and mentor engineers to achieve first-pass success.

You will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional partners to de-risk technologies and scale solutions. The role is based on site in Cork, Ireland, on the Hardware Engineering team and offers opportunities to shape next‑gen platforms.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of related experience in a professional role or equivalent experience.
• Expertise in CPU, GPU board-level and system-level design with shipped products.
• Proficiency with EDA tools, simulation, and lab validation.
• Strong documentation and communication; influence across teams.
• Experience collaborating with suppliers/ODMs on technology maturity.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end designs for critical subsystems and set technical direction.
• Perform advanced analysis, create test methodologies, and mentor engineers.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional partners to de-risk technologies and scale solutions.
• Own subsystem architecture and run design reviews and sign-offs.

Skills

CPU/GPU design

EDA tools

Documentation/communication

Supplier/ODM collaboration

Education

Masters in Electrical/Computer Engineering

Job description

Dell Technologies is seeking a System Principal Engineer to lead end-to-end designs of critical hardware subsystems. You will set technical direction, perform advanced analyses, and mentor engineers to achieve first-pass success.

You will collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional partners to de-risk technologies and scale solutions. The role is based on site in Cork, Ireland, on the Hardware Engineering team and offers opportunities to shape next‑gen platforms.