Software Engineer (Recent Graduate)

About This Role

Dell Technologies is hiring Software Engineers through its Recent Graduate program, placing new grads into teams working on Dell's hardware platform software, cloud infrastructure, data storage systems, and enterprise IT management tools. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible role starting in mid-2026.

Job Overview

• Job Title: Software Engineer (Recent Graduate)
• Company: Dell Technologies
• Location: Austin, TX / Nashville, TN / Round Rock, TX / Durham, NC / Santa Clara, CA
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience Level: Entry-level (0–2 years)
• Salary Range: $28–$40/hr
• Posted Date: 2026-05-25
• Application Deadline: 2026-06-25

Role Context

Dell's software engineering teams span hardware firmware, cloud-native applications, DevOps platforms, and AI infrastructure software. Recent grad engineers are placed based on team fit and technical background. You will work within an Agile pod of 6–12 engineers and contribute to product features or tools used across Dell's enterprise and consumer product lines. Dell's rotational development track allows engineers to move across business units after their first year.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop software features for Dell hardware platforms, storage, or cloud tools
• Write and maintain automated tests for regression and integration coverage
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to team coding standards
• Troubleshoot software defects across hardware-software integration layers
• Collaborate with firmware, QA, and product management teams on feature delivery
• Document software designs and configuration procedures for internal wikis

Requirements & Skills

• Bachelor's in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field (2024–2026 grad)
• Coding experience in Python, Java, C, or C++
• Basic understanding of operating systems, networking, or storage concepts
• Exposure to Linux environments and shell scripting
• Internship or senior capstone project experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in structured development processes

Benefits & Work Conditions

• $28–$40/hr with Dell annual bonus and restricted stock unit program
• Hybrid work model — typically 3 days onsite per week
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employee purchase discounts on Dell hardware and software
• Tuition reimbursement and access to Dell's internal learning platform

Who Should Apply

Recent CS or CE graduates who want to work on software that runs in real hardware environments — not just cloud abstractions. This role suits engineers who are detail-oriented, patient with complex debugging tasks, and want early exposure to enterprise-scale systems across storage, compute, and networking domains.

About the Company

Dell Technologies is one of the world's largest technology companies, with over $90 billion in annual revenue and 120,000 employees. Its product portfolio covers PCs, servers, storage systems, networking, and cloud infrastructure. Dell's recent grad program is known for stability, cross-functional exposure, and a clear path from entry-level to senior engineering roles.

How to Apply

Visit Dell Careers and browse the "Recent Graduate" job category. Filter by your preferred US location. The interview process typically includes a technical phone screen and an onsite or virtual loop covering coding and system fundamentals.