AI Performance Engineer

Dell Technologies

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Work type
On-site
Location
Austin, TX
Salary
$112,200–$145,200 / yr
Posted
3 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live yesterday
Closes
Nov 30, 2026

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Below market

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This role pays less than 91% of similar roles. Most pay $162,000–$235,750 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $129k versus about $199k for comparable roles.

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About Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies is a US-based technology company that designs and sells PCs, servers, storage and networking hardware, along with related software and IT services. Its product lines include the XPS, Latitude and Alienware PCs and the PowerEdge server and PowerStore storage families.

Dell Technologies currently has 102 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · AI Performance Engineer

The AI Performance Engineer joins the PC Systems Performance team within the Client Product Group to optimize next-generation PC platforms. This role involves building foundational expertise in system-level performance engineering by focusing on performance characterization, power efficiency, thermal optimization, and acoustic tuning for mobile and desktop systems. Key responsibilities include developing autonomous tools for performance benchmarks and lab automation, applying AI-assisted tools to analyze data, and performing hands-on hardware configuration and troubleshooting. The position requires proficiency with Windows operating systems, BIOS interfaces, and PC hardware components like CPUs and GPUs. Candidates must utilize tools including Python, SQL, Excel, Vibe code, and AI Harnesses. The work addresses technical challenges in benchmarking methodologies and competitive analysis to deliver high-performance consumer and commercial computing solutions.

What you'll do

  • Develop autonomous tools for performance benchmarks, lab automation, and system characterization tests.
  • Apply AI-assisted tools to analyze performance data and identify optimization opportunities.
  • Create clear visualizations and recommendations based on performance data findings.
  • Perform hands-on hardware configuration, test system setup, and basic troubleshooting.
  • Execute performance engineering tasks including power efficiency, thermals, and acoustic tuning.
  • Drive performance strategy by coordinating with firmware teams and product managers.

What we're looking for

  • Proficiency with Windows operating systems, system configuration, and BIOS interfaces.
  • Understanding of PC hardware components and their impact on system performance.
  • Ability to perform hands-on technical work including hardware assembly, configuration, and troubleshooting.
  • Proficiency with data tools including Excel, Python, and SQL.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills to present technical findings and work across teams.
  • BS in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related engineering field (preferred).
  • Experience with performance benchmarking, PC building, gaming, or overclocking (preferred).
  • Familiarity with performance tools, scripting languages, data visualization tools, or measurement equipment (preferred).

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